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June 21 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
9th Annual Dog Fun Day benefiting Therapy Dogs of Southern California
Games, raffles, dog sport demos, therapy dog demos, CGC testing ($10), vendors food and more! Bring
your leashed, friendly dog, chairs and shade. Registration is free and begins at 9:30. All events run from
10:00 to 3:30 p.m. Contests include Best “speak” on command, Most Unusual Dog, Friendliest Dog, Best
Catcher (toy or food), Best Trick(s), Fastest “down” on command, Best Kisser, Best Costume, and More.
Location: (new!) Irvine Lake, Silverado 4621 Santiago Canyon Road
More info: www.therapydogsofsocal.org
June 21 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Irvine Animal Care Center’s Cat-and-a-Movie Adoption Day
The shelter will be open extended hours and offer special discounts for cat adoptions. There will be cat-
related vendors and a hot dog meal available for a donation. At nightfall, they will show a family feature (G
rated) movie on a big screen, complete with popcorn and sodas. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and come
enjoy the movie!
Location: Irvine Animal Care Center 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine
More info: www.irvineshelter.org
June 22 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Agility Handling Workshop
Location: San Clemente
More info: www.southcoastdogtraining.com
June 28
2008 DAWG Walk, Pet Faire, and Dog Adoption Event
Dedicated Animal Welfare Group
Leash up your favorite dog to join the fun and festivities at the fields by the Potocki Conference Center,
with a scenic walk on the beautiful Oso Creek Trail.
Location: Mission Viejo
More info: www.dawg.org/events.html
June 28 5-7 pm
Canine Runway Competition
Bring your popular pooch and enter to win the Canine Runway Competition on a real catwalk. WWPIA
created Canine Runway, a fun, attention-grabbing competition that acts on this pop-culture mania.
Participants will be judged on appearance, talent and overall presentation. The four finalists will journey to
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas to compete in the grand finals competition. The grand finals competition will
take place during SuperZoo, the national show for pet retailers hosted by WWPIA, September 9 – 11,
2008. Pre-entry required! Enter at http://petsource.org/News/Canine%20Runway.aspx
Location: Muttropolis
June 28 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Orange Co Animal Care Services Pet Fair
Vendors, demos, wildlife and exotic animal exhibits, food booths, soccer collies kickoff for kids and
Adoption Roundup.
Location: OC Animal Care Services, 561 The City Drive, Orange
More info: www.ocpetinfo.com
July 11, 12, 13
Wags for Wishes
The largest and most comprehensive dog show on the West Coast. With over 2,000 competitors and
15,000 spectators expected, Wags For Wishes has everything: agility, dock dogs, herding, flyball, lure
coursing, disc dogs, Jack Russell Terrier events, obedience, dock dogs and conformation. Proceeds
benefit the Make A Wish Foundation.
Location: Chula Vista
More info: www.wagsforwishes.com
July 12 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Muttropolis Summer Pooch Party & Ice Cream Social
The dog days of summer are here and an ice cream social is no longer merely for the two-legged, as
Muttropolis Dog + Cat Boutiques hosts their “Summer Pooch Party & Ice Cream Social” for pets and their
parents at Muttropolis at Fashion Island. The event is free to the public. The event will feature tasty frozen
organic treats for all four-legged attendees, goody bags for the first 30 customers, fun doggy games and
contests, information and ideas on throwing a successful pooch party, valuable health and wellness
advice from pet nutrition experts, tray-passed wholesome dog treats and giveaways.
Location: Muttropolis, Fashion Island Newport Beach
More info: www.muttropolis.com
July 19 10:00 a.m.
Could your dog be a therapy dog? Orientation & Site Visit
The Orange County SPCA’s pet-assisted therapy program PAWS) has openings for Volunteer/Dog teams
to visit hospitals, nursing homes and children’s homes throughout Orange County. Minimum Age
Requirements: Dogs must be one year old, handlers 18 years of age. Dogs must be spayed or neutered.
For adequate preparation of Orientation materials, reservations are required. Please contact Kim
Pagones (714) 777-5524 or k9therapy@earthlink.net to reserve your spot before the day of the event.
Location: Anaheim Public Library/ Sunkist Branch 901 South Sunkist
The facility site visits are on the same day – following orientation
More info: http://www.orangecountyspca.org/PAWS/orientation_07-08.pdf
July 19 3:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Running the Iditarod – talk by Karen Ramstead
Don't miss the chance to hear all about Karen’s experience running the Iditarod with her purebred team of
Siberians. Doors will open at 3:30 pm there will be a taco bar and cash bar for drinks. Karen will begin
speaking at approximately 5 pm. Seating is limited and tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis.
Ticket prices are 30.00 per person and 20.00 for children under 16. Ticket prices at the door are 35.00
per person and 25.00 for children under 16. You may purchase tickets by mail to pick up at the door or at
Three Dog Bakery located at 118 S. El Camino Real in San Clemente. For more information or ticket
reservation email: Kecia Stewart - keciastewart@aol.com or kecia43@yahoo.com
Location: Del Agave Gril,l 215 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente
July 19 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hemopet Open House and Bubble Bath Day
Included with the bath is a nail trim, ear cleaning, and scarf, for a $20 donation benefiting Greyhound
Rescue. Bring a towel! Vendors on site.
Location: Garden Grove
More info: http://home.mpowercom.net/~hemopet0/_adopt/comingevents.html
July 20 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Agility Handling Workshop
Location: San Clemente
More info: www.southcoastdogtraining.com
July 26 12:00-3:00 pm
City of Lake Forest Second Annual Family Pet Day
An afternoon filled with fun, furry friends, and helpful information. There will be a dog agility show by "The
Muttley Crew." Animal Control Services will bring their mobile adoption unit, information booths, music, and
bounce houses! Families are invited to bring their pets for pictures, play, and partake in the fun. Food will
be available for all
species – the four legged and two legged type! Fee: Free! (Food will be available for a nominal fee.)
Location: Pittsford Park (21701 Pittsford Dr), Lake Forest
For more info: call The City of Lake Forest at 461-3450
July 27 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Irvine Animal Care Center’s 2nd Annual Orange County Super Adoption event
More than 40 pet rescue groups will attend, bringing over 500 homeless dogs and cats. There will also be
over 40 vendors, food, agility demonstrations, low-cost microchips, a child’s activity area, and an “Ask the
Vet” booth and “Ask the Trainer” booth. Snoopy will be our special guest and will be handing out discount
tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm.
Location: Irvine Animal Care Center 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine
More info: www.irvineshelter.org
July 27 10am – 2pm
Helen Woodward Animal Center’s HOPE Telethon on KUSI-TV (9/51):
Proceeds help the Center carry out its mission of “People helping animals and animals helping people”.
Aug 3
Labrador Retriever Fun Day put on by the Labrador Retriever Club of So Cal
Demonstrations of agility, obedience, rally o, fieldwork, and conformation. Games, CGC testing ($10) and
potluck lunch. Club provides burgers and drinks, please bring an item to share. All Labradors and their
families are welcome.
Location: Featherly Park, Anaheim
More info: http://lrcsocal.org/Upcoming%20Events.htm
Aug 9 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Bath’Stille Day fundraiser for Costa Mesa Bark Park
Location: bark park parking lot, Tewinkle Park, Costa Mesa
More info: http://www.cmbarkpark.org/?p=8
Aug 16 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hemopet Open House and Bubble Bath Day
Included with the bath is a nail trim, ear cleaning, and scarf, for a $20 donation benefiting Greyhound
Rescue. Bring a towel! Vendors on site.
Location: Garden Grove
More info: http://home.mpowercom.net/~hemopet0/_adopt/comingevents.html
Aug 17
Pet Fair in the Park 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sponsored by the Surf City Animal Response Team (SCART)
Stop by this pet friendly event to learn about disaster preparedness for pets and their families. Also,
police K9 and agility demos, photos, and vendors.
Location: Park Bench Café, 17732 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach
More info: http://www.surfcityanimalresponseteam.org/index.htm
Sept 7
Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon to benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Surfers pledge to catch a set number of waves (in a one hour time frame) then solicit friends and
neighbors for financial support of their efforts. In addition, we will also be hosting fun animal-friendly
contests including a surf competition for our four-legged surfing buddies and a Beach bum bikini babe
canine costume contest! Swamis surf association will also hold a contest for longest ride and best trick.
Vendors from the surf and pet industries will host booths sampling great products for attendees. Local
radio and television stations will be involved in the promotion of this event, with expected attendance in
the thousands!
Location: North Beach in Del Mar, also known as Dog Beach or the River Mouth
More info: http://www.animalcenter.org/events/calendar/
Sept 13 8:00 a.m. to noon
Pancake Breakfast to benefit Save Our Strays
Location: Lake Park, Huntington Beach
More info: http://www.saveourstrayshb.org/
Sept 14
Walk For the Animals
Orange County SPCA
Location: Huntington Beach
More info: www.orangecountyspca.org
September - exact date not yet available
Pet Parade & Chili Cook-Off
Proceeds of this Pet Friendly Event to Benefit:
• Friends of the Sea Lion
• Laguna Beach Animal Shelter
• Blue Bell Cat Foundation
Location: Laguna Beach
More info:
September - exact date not yet available
Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
Location: Long Beach
More info: http://www.hautedogs.org
Sept 27
Pet Trek to benefit the Irvine Animal Care Center
Location: Irvine
More info: http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/animalcare/shelter_events/default.asp
Every Sunday, Sept 7 through Oct 26
Weiner Dog Races
Location: Old World Village, Huntington Beach
More info: wienerdograces.com
Oct 4 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast with the Bassetts Hallowe’en Costume Contest
Location: Park Bench Café, Huntington Beach
More info: www.bassetthoundrescue.org
9th Annual Dog Fun Day benefiting Therapy Dogs of Southern California
Games, raffles, dog sport demos, therapy dog demos, CGC testing ($10), vendors food and more! Bring
your leashed, friendly dog, chairs and shade. Registration is free and begins at 9:30. All events run from
10:00 to 3:30 p.m. Contests include Best “speak” on command, Most Unusual Dog, Friendliest Dog, Best
Catcher (toy or food), Best Trick(s), Fastest “down” on command, Best Kisser, Best Costume, and More.
Location: (new!) Irvine Lake, Silverado 4621 Santiago Canyon Road
More info: www.therapydogsofsocal.org
June 21 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Irvine Animal Care Center’s Cat-and-a-Movie Adoption Day
The shelter will be open extended hours and offer special discounts for cat adoptions. There will be cat-
related vendors and a hot dog meal available for a donation. At nightfall, they will show a family feature (G
rated) movie on a big screen, complete with popcorn and sodas. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and come
enjoy the movie!
Location: Irvine Animal Care Center 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine
More info: www.irvineshelter.org
June 22 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Agility Handling Workshop
Location: San Clemente
More info: www.southcoastdogtraining.com
June 28
2008 DAWG Walk, Pet Faire, and Dog Adoption Event
Dedicated Animal Welfare Group
Leash up your favorite dog to join the fun and festivities at the fields by the Potocki Conference Center,
with a scenic walk on the beautiful Oso Creek Trail.
Location: Mission Viejo
More info: www.dawg.org/events.html
June 28 5-7 pm
Canine Runway Competition
Bring your popular pooch and enter to win the Canine Runway Competition on a real catwalk. WWPIA
created Canine Runway, a fun, attention-grabbing competition that acts on this pop-culture mania.
Participants will be judged on appearance, talent and overall presentation. The four finalists will journey to
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas to compete in the grand finals competition. The grand finals competition will
take place during SuperZoo, the national show for pet retailers hosted by WWPIA, September 9 – 11,
2008. Pre-entry required! Enter at http://petsource.org/News/Canine%20Runway.aspx
Location: Muttropolis
June 28 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Orange Co Animal Care Services Pet Fair
Vendors, demos, wildlife and exotic animal exhibits, food booths, soccer collies kickoff for kids and
Adoption Roundup.
Location: OC Animal Care Services, 561 The City Drive, Orange
More info: www.ocpetinfo.com
July 11, 12, 13
Wags for Wishes
The largest and most comprehensive dog show on the West Coast. With over 2,000 competitors and
15,000 spectators expected, Wags For Wishes has everything: agility, dock dogs, herding, flyball, lure
coursing, disc dogs, Jack Russell Terrier events, obedience, dock dogs and conformation. Proceeds
benefit the Make A Wish Foundation.
Location: Chula Vista
More info: www.wagsforwishes.com
July 12 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Muttropolis Summer Pooch Party & Ice Cream Social
The dog days of summer are here and an ice cream social is no longer merely for the two-legged, as
Muttropolis Dog + Cat Boutiques hosts their “Summer Pooch Party & Ice Cream Social” for pets and their
parents at Muttropolis at Fashion Island. The event is free to the public. The event will feature tasty frozen
organic treats for all four-legged attendees, goody bags for the first 30 customers, fun doggy games and
contests, information and ideas on throwing a successful pooch party, valuable health and wellness
advice from pet nutrition experts, tray-passed wholesome dog treats and giveaways.
Location: Muttropolis, Fashion Island Newport Beach
More info: www.muttropolis.com
July 19 10:00 a.m.
Could your dog be a therapy dog? Orientation & Site Visit
The Orange County SPCA’s pet-assisted therapy program PAWS) has openings for Volunteer/Dog teams
to visit hospitals, nursing homes and children’s homes throughout Orange County. Minimum Age
Requirements: Dogs must be one year old, handlers 18 years of age. Dogs must be spayed or neutered.
For adequate preparation of Orientation materials, reservations are required. Please contact Kim
Pagones (714) 777-5524 or k9therapy@earthlink.net to reserve your spot before the day of the event.
Location: Anaheim Public Library/ Sunkist Branch 901 South Sunkist
The facility site visits are on the same day – following orientation
More info: http://www.orangecountyspca.org/PAWS/orientation_07-08.pdf
July 19 3:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Running the Iditarod – talk by Karen Ramstead
Don't miss the chance to hear all about Karen’s experience running the Iditarod with her purebred team of
Siberians. Doors will open at 3:30 pm there will be a taco bar and cash bar for drinks. Karen will begin
speaking at approximately 5 pm. Seating is limited and tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis.
Ticket prices are 30.00 per person and 20.00 for children under 16. Ticket prices at the door are 35.00
per person and 25.00 for children under 16. You may purchase tickets by mail to pick up at the door or at
Three Dog Bakery located at 118 S. El Camino Real in San Clemente. For more information or ticket
reservation email: Kecia Stewart - keciastewart@aol.com or kecia43@yahoo.com
Location: Del Agave Gril,l 215 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente
July 19 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hemopet Open House and Bubble Bath Day
Included with the bath is a nail trim, ear cleaning, and scarf, for a $20 donation benefiting Greyhound
Rescue. Bring a towel! Vendors on site.
Location: Garden Grove
More info: http://home.mpowercom.net/~hemopet0/_adopt/comingevents.html
July 20 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Agility Handling Workshop
Location: San Clemente
More info: www.southcoastdogtraining.com
July 26 12:00-3:00 pm
City of Lake Forest Second Annual Family Pet Day
An afternoon filled with fun, furry friends, and helpful information. There will be a dog agility show by "The
Muttley Crew." Animal Control Services will bring their mobile adoption unit, information booths, music, and
bounce houses! Families are invited to bring their pets for pictures, play, and partake in the fun. Food will
be available for all
species – the four legged and two legged type! Fee: Free! (Food will be available for a nominal fee.)
Location: Pittsford Park (21701 Pittsford Dr), Lake Forest
For more info: call The City of Lake Forest at 461-3450
July 27 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Irvine Animal Care Center’s 2nd Annual Orange County Super Adoption event
More than 40 pet rescue groups will attend, bringing over 500 homeless dogs and cats. There will also be
over 40 vendors, food, agility demonstrations, low-cost microchips, a child’s activity area, and an “Ask the
Vet” booth and “Ask the Trainer” booth. Snoopy will be our special guest and will be handing out discount
tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm.
Location: Irvine Animal Care Center 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine
More info: www.irvineshelter.org
July 27 10am – 2pm
Helen Woodward Animal Center’s HOPE Telethon on KUSI-TV (9/51):
Proceeds help the Center carry out its mission of “People helping animals and animals helping people”.
Aug 3
Labrador Retriever Fun Day put on by the Labrador Retriever Club of So Cal
Demonstrations of agility, obedience, rally o, fieldwork, and conformation. Games, CGC testing ($10) and
potluck lunch. Club provides burgers and drinks, please bring an item to share. All Labradors and their
families are welcome.
Location: Featherly Park, Anaheim
More info: http://lrcsocal.org/Upcoming%20Events.htm
Aug 9 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Bath’Stille Day fundraiser for Costa Mesa Bark Park
Location: bark park parking lot, Tewinkle Park, Costa Mesa
More info: http://www.cmbarkpark.org/?p=8
Aug 16 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hemopet Open House and Bubble Bath Day
Included with the bath is a nail trim, ear cleaning, and scarf, for a $20 donation benefiting Greyhound
Rescue. Bring a towel! Vendors on site.
Location: Garden Grove
More info: http://home.mpowercom.net/~hemopet0/_adopt/comingevents.html
Aug 17
Pet Fair in the Park 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sponsored by the Surf City Animal Response Team (SCART)
Stop by this pet friendly event to learn about disaster preparedness for pets and their families. Also,
police K9 and agility demos, photos, and vendors.
Location: Park Bench Café, 17732 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach
More info: http://www.surfcityanimalresponseteam.org/index.htm
Sept 7
Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon to benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Surfers pledge to catch a set number of waves (in a one hour time frame) then solicit friends and
neighbors for financial support of their efforts. In addition, we will also be hosting fun animal-friendly
contests including a surf competition for our four-legged surfing buddies and a Beach bum bikini babe
canine costume contest! Swamis surf association will also hold a contest for longest ride and best trick.
Vendors from the surf and pet industries will host booths sampling great products for attendees. Local
radio and television stations will be involved in the promotion of this event, with expected attendance in
the thousands!
Location: North Beach in Del Mar, also known as Dog Beach or the River Mouth
More info: http://www.animalcenter.org/events/calendar/
Sept 13 8:00 a.m. to noon
Pancake Breakfast to benefit Save Our Strays
Location: Lake Park, Huntington Beach
More info: http://www.saveourstrayshb.org/
Sept 14
Walk For the Animals
Orange County SPCA
Location: Huntington Beach
More info: www.orangecountyspca.org
September - exact date not yet available
Pet Parade & Chili Cook-Off
Proceeds of this Pet Friendly Event to Benefit:
• Friends of the Sea Lion
• Laguna Beach Animal Shelter
• Blue Bell Cat Foundation
Location: Laguna Beach
More info:
September - exact date not yet available
Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
Location: Long Beach
More info: http://www.hautedogs.org
Sept 27
Pet Trek to benefit the Irvine Animal Care Center
Location: Irvine
More info: http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/animalcare/shelter_events/default.asp
Every Sunday, Sept 7 through Oct 26
Weiner Dog Races
Location: Old World Village, Huntington Beach
More info: wienerdograces.com
Oct 4 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast with the Bassetts Hallowe’en Costume Contest
Location: Park Bench Café, Huntington Beach
More info: www.bassetthoundrescue.org
| Pawsitive Feelings Canine & Equine Massage |
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My passion is to improve the quality of life of your dog, and my heartfelt belief is that the more you do with
your dog, the happier you both will be. I also believe in lifelong learning, and that there is great benefit to
constantly trying new things and tackling new challenges. So, here are some fun events for you to try, as
well as some fundraisers to support worthy causes. Enjoy! (and please email me if you have an event you'd
like me to post). If you have questions about these events, please contact the event organizers directly
through the "More info" links. Unless so noted, I am not affiliated with or responsible for these events.
your dog, the happier you both will be. I also believe in lifelong learning, and that there is great benefit to
constantly trying new things and tackling new challenges. So, here are some fun events for you to try, as
well as some fundraisers to support worthy causes. Enjoy! (and please email me if you have an event you'd
like me to post). If you have questions about these events, please contact the event organizers directly
through the "More info" links. Unless so noted, I am not affiliated with or responsible for these events.
For Agility Trial dates go to: http://agilek9s.net/calendar/
For Obedience and Rally Obedience Trial dates go to: http://www.scdoc.org/calendar.htm
For Obedience and Rally Obedience Trial dates go to: http://www.scdoc.org/calendar.htm
| Calendar of Dog-Related Events near Orange County, CA |