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San Diego Calendar of Events
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Recurring Weekly Events

Cape-Able Canines Therapy Dog Team Training
Saturdays 9-11 AM for 6 weeks $179.00.
phone: 619.463.DOGS (3647)
www.cape-able-canines.com

2008 Events

April

How to Live Happily Ever After with your Cat
April 14th, 6 - 7:30 pm
This workshop teaches the vital training secrets needed to help prevent and manage unwanted cat behaviors before they become a real problem. $35 for the general public, and free for pet parents who adopted from the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA. Reservations required.
More info: (619) 299-7012 x2247 or
www.sdhumane.org

Planting with your Pooch lecture
Thur. April 17th, 6:30 - 8 pm
Have a new dog and worried about the state of your backyard? Come learn about pet-friendly landscaping from a master gardener. Remedies for "chewers" and "diggers" will be covered as well as plant choices and ways to naturally discourage intruders in your yard. Cost is $10 per person and includes materials, light snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments. for people only - please leave your great pets at home.
More info: (619) 243-3424

Family Day on the Bay
Sat. April 19th. 10am - 3pm
Marine Corps Recruit Depot  in Point Loma

This theme event called "Candyland"is a celebration of the military family and is part of the “Month of the Military Child”  There will be three different zones at Family Day on the Bay-Kids Zone, Pets, and Earth Day.  Each zone will have different booths and activities for kids to have fun and learn. Booths, Agility Events, and Prizes!

Canine Good Citizen
Sat. April 19th, 1 - 2:15 pm
Canine Good Citizen is a five-part intermediate-level obedience course geared towards passing the Canine Good Citizen certification test. The class may be taken with or without certification test. This investment in your dog's future is $119 and includes informative handouts, a clicker, and prizes. Space is limited.
More info: (619) 299-7012 x2273 to register

The Pet Loss Support Group
Sat. April 19th, 10 am
This support group is open to those ages 12 and up, including pet parents who are considering or preparing for euthanasia. Thanks to the San Diego Pet Memorial Park, sessions are free. Donations are appreciated. Dates subject to change, please call to confirm before attending.
More info: (619) 299-7012 x2311 to make a reservation

First Aid for Dogs and Cats
Sun. April 20, 1-5 pm
This American Red Cross class covers treatments for various pet emergencies, including choking, shock, poisoning, and broken bones. $55 per person. Reservations required.
More info: (619) 243-3424 or visit www.sdhumane.org

May

San Diego Humane Society & SPCA’s Walk for Animals
May 3rd, Crown Point Shores, Pacific Beach
Join thousands of animal lovers & their four-legged friends at the San Diego Humane Society & SPCA’s Walk for Animals. Enjoy free parking, a pancake breakfast, live music and more!
More info: call 619.243.3408 or
www.sdhumane.org

The 6th Annual Bichon Bash
May 3rd
Bichons and their owners will enjoy food, a vendor fair, a grooming clinic and more. Please visit our web site or call us for an invitation.
More info: 858-408-1937
www.bichonfurkids.org

Hornblower Cruise Events & 8th Annual Pet Rescue Day
To Be Announced*
Benefiting Helen Woodward Animal Center and RCHS. Take your pet on a cruise!
More info: call 619.686.8700

2nd Annual Paws to Celebrate Fundraiser Gala
May 17, 2008
At the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa

This 1930’s Hollywood-themed, black-tie optional event will feature a silent auction, cocktail reception and whodunit theatrics, courtesy of the Mystery Café. Hosted by The North County Humane Society & SPCA.
More info: call 800-450-9950

June

National Cat Protections Society’s Annual Open House
June 8th (Sunday), 1pm - 4:30pm
9031 Birch Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977

NatCat's 40th Anniversary Fund Raiser. Raffles, hors’oevres, Prizes and Feline fun.
More info: call 619.469.8771 or
www.natcat.org

Del Mar Fair Animal Care Center
Each Day, 10 am-7pm
Free with Fair entrance fee Animal Organizations and Dog clubs throughout the county are showcased each day in the Barn area.
More info: www.sdfair.com

National Cat Protection Society’s Annual Open House
To Be Announced*
Refreshments, Raffles, Feline fun! For info call.
More info: call 619.469.8771

Pet Fest Chula Vista
Last week of June, specifics To Be Announced*
Specifics TBA*
Where: Memorial Park, Chula Vista

 

July

Wags for Wishes at the Del Mar Horse Park
First week of July, To Be Announced*
Make a Wish Foundation’s largest and most comprehensive dog show on the West Coast! Agility, Flyball, Obedience, Herding & much more! Food! Booths! Come share the power of a Wish!
More info: www.WagsForWishes.com

August

“Dog Days of Summer” Contest and Canine Festival
Tentatively Aug. 9th, 10 am-2pm
On behalf of Rancho Coastal Humane Society & Cardiff 101 Chamber of Commerce. Booths - Prizes!!
More info: www.cardiff101.com

Labrador Harbor 2nd Annual Kruise 4 K-9’s Motorcycle Run
All proceeds benefits Labs in need.
More info: 619.892.0049 or
www.lavradorharbor.org

San Diego Humane Society & SPCA’s 22nd Annual Fur Ball
To Be Announced*
What: Bring your Pooch to the San Diego campus for Animal Care! The event features dinner, music, auctions, and more!
More info: call 619.243.3408 or
www.sdhumane.org

September

Bunnyfest 2008
To Be Announced*
Annual fund raiser for San Diego House Rabbit Society in Heritage Park, Old Town, San Diego.
More info: www.sandiegorabbits.org

Canine Carnival
To Be Announced*
Come help Cape-Able Canines celebrate AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day. Call for details.
Games, food, contests, prizes, demos, displays, booths.
More info: call 619.463.3647

Surf Dog
Sept. 7th, Del Mar Beach
Helen Woodward Animal Center
www.animalcenter.org

October

Cape-Able Canines Therapy Dog Team Training
Saturdays 9-11 AM for 6 weeks
$179.00. Call for details
More info: 619.463.DOGS (3647) or
www.cape-able-canines.com

Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Spooktacular
Tentatively Oct. 26 or 27th, 7:30am to Noon
Ocean Beach Canine Carnival

Join the Halloween fun walk with costume contests, prizes, booths and entertainment! Register and for more information on our website.
More info: www.animalcenter.org

The Daily Pet’s 8th Annual Halloween Parade
Oct. 26th, 1:00-4:00pm
At the Del Mar Highlands Town Center Amphitheater

FREE family event with costume contest and pet activities
benefiting rescue and adoption at the Rescue House and Wee Companions.
More info: TheDailyPet.com

November

Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals Finals Race
Tentatively the last weekend of Nov., 10am
the Big Bay Ballon Parade at Harbor Drive

FREE to watch. Dachshunds from all across the western U.S. will compete as one of the activities at the Big Ballon Parade for the Holiday Bowl.
More info: 619-283-5808 ext. 309 (Mark Neville) or
email: MNeville@holidaybowl.com
www.HolidayBowl.com

December

50th Annual La Jolla Christmas Parade
Dec. 2nd, 1:30pm
FREE! Many animal organizations participate in the parade and of course equestrians. The parade route travels north up Girard and turns right on Prospect, get there early.
More info: www.LJParade.com