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Eleventh Hour Rescue's Puptoberfest
September 20, 2008
11:00am-5:00pm
Sussex County Fairgrounds
Augusta, NJ 07822
Phone:973-664-0865
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Comments:Puptoberfest is a day of celebration for all dogs! There will be a lot of fun activities and offerings, including an agility course, fashion show, Canine Good Citizens testing, hay maze, keepsake pictures, children's games, vendors, food, music, and entertainment! Come and stop by for a great day with your pooch.Free for past Eleventh Hour Rescue adoptersOtherwise, $5 donation per individual$10 donation per family
Mutts Mania 2008
September 28, 2008
12pm-4pm
Lurker Park- Ridgedale Ave at Eagle Rock Ave
East Hanover, NJ 07936
Phone:973-386-0590
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Comments:Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter proudly presents Mutts Mania 2008 - a true pet lovers' event! This family friendly day draws over 1500 attendees and features a host of exciting pet related activities.
The highlight of the day will be our "Silly Pet Tricks" contest, along with the doggie beauty contest,
best-kisser, fastest tail wagger, and more! Tire the dogs out in our Annual Mutts Marathon fundraising walk! Find your new best friend at the 6th annual Pet Adoption Expo. Demonstrations wow the crowd throughout the day. Attendees enjoy browsing and shopping from a variety of vendors.
Petcasso
September 21, 2008
4PM-7PM
The Skylands
Randolph, NJ 07852
Phone:973-347-4499
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Comments:"Art with a Heart"! A new fundraising event for Noah's Ark. Petcasso will be an upscale and fun event with fabulous food, great music, a silent auction and - best of all - a live auction of artwork by pets.
Carnivale of the Dogs
September 28, 2008
11-4
1133 E. Ridgewood Avenue
Ridgewood, NJ 07452
Phone:201-497-5098
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Comments:The day's activities will include a DJ, lots of giveaways and free raffles, balloon animals, face painting, Canine Good Citizen testing, canine massage, pet caricature artist, pet psychic, pet photographers, veterinarian, animal rescue groups, free food, dog trainers and boarding services and fun dog show. Please pre-register for the 1st Annual Delaney Dog Show at www.companionanimaladvocates.org (prizes and ribbons will be awarded). Sponsored by Commerce Bank
Mutts Marathon
October 11, 2008
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Shepherd Lake, Ringwood State Park
Ringwood, NJ
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Comments:What's a Mutts Marathon? Well, it's lots of things including a walk-a-thon to raise funds for the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge and a fun day for dogs and the humans who love them. Come join the fun! Because this is a fund-raiser for RBARI, you must raise a minimum of $25 to participate in the walk. Schedule:11:00 a.m. - Registration/Pledge submittal12:00 p.m. - Walk starts1:45 p.m. - Contests!! See http://www.MuttsMarathon.com for more details. (and see http://www.rbari.org for some great adoptable animals!)
12th Annual Greyhound Friends of NJ Craft Show & Pet Expo
November 22, 2008
9am - 4pm
Somerset National Guard Armory
Somerset, NJ 08873
Phone:732 566-2226
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Comments:NEW LOCATION ~ NEW DATESGFNJ's biggest fundraiser of the year is in a new location!!! We outgrew where we were last year, so now we are located at the Somerset National Guard Armory in Somerset. The dates have also changed - we are holding the Craft Show on the weekend before Thanksgiving Saturday, November 22nd from 9am to 4pm and Sunday, November 23rd from 10am to 4pm.Highlights include: - our raffle, which has gotten bigger and better each year - wonderful vendors - digital Santa photos - holiday bake table - GFNJ adoption table - and much, much more!!! LEASHED PETS WELCOME!!!
Howl & Hike
October 5, 2008
12-3
Horseshoe Lake
Succasunna, NJ 07852
Phone:973-347-0378
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Comments:It is in this spirit of compassion on which Noah's Ark was built that we proudly present Howl ?n Hike 2008 - a day to raise awareness and financial support for homeless animals in our community. There will be a pet costume contest and activities for all family members and their pets throughout the afternoon. Everyone is encouraged to obtain sponsors for the 1+ mile walk for dogs and their human companions and friends.
Tricky Tray to benefit Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue (MAGDRL)
October 2, 2008
6pm doors open
The Bethwood
Totowa, NJ 07511
Phone:973-334-1628
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Comments:This will be a fun event!!! Admission will include a complete dinner and one sheet of white tickets. There will also be a 50/50.Doors open at 6:00 PMThe Bethwood38 Lackawanna AvenueTotowa, NJ 07512Admission is $40.00 per person. "Early Birds" can purchase tickets for $35 through August 31st. With admission you get:One sheet of white tickets Four-course sit-down dinner including: salad pasta chicken dessert beverage - coffee, tea or soda cash bar Tickets can be purchased online at www.magdrl-nj.com or by calling 973-334-1628.
Fido's Festival USA?
September 6, 2008
10 AM - 6 PM
Route 40
Woodstown, NJ
Phone:856-854-FIDO (3436)
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Comments:Calling All Dogs and Dog Lovers! Get ready to move those paws! Fido's Festival USA? is proud to present two full days of dog-centered, dog-loving fun and activities for you and your human family. Adoptions & Rescue, Fido's Shopping Mall, Friendly Canine Competitions, Health & Training Seminars, Awesome Entertainment, Kiddie Fun Park, Doggie Play Park, Food Court, and much more! For more information, please visit www.fidosfestivalusa.com or call (856) 854-FIDO (3436).
Akita Fun Day Picnic
September 13, 2008
11:00AM-4:00PM
Salem County Fairgrounds 735 Route 40
Woodstown, NJ 08098
Phone:(914) 747-4252
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Comments:Time once again to reserve the date for the annual ARWNY Akita Picnic and Fun Day. Each year gets better and better so PLEASE mark your calendars and COME!! We love seeing you each year and to meet new faces and dogs. This year we are having the Canine Good Citizen test again and I challenge each dog owner to have this certificate on your dog. With breed specific legislation, insurance issues, and the rising incidence of dog bites, it is a MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH for our dogs! Schedule your appointment now for the test and then celebrate this achievement among friends at the picnic! We will be having a parade of all CGC holders to kick-off the festivities! See you there! We are hoping for many Akitas and their owners, from the USA and Canada, to join us for a day of enjoyment! Picnic will be from 11am to 4pm -- rain or shine. We have many large covered pavilions, a full kitchen, electricity and loads of space!! Open to anyone owning an Akita -- adopters, breeders, trainers, owners -- we love Akitas and want to see them all!!! Easy unload and access, no steps or stairs, large parking area. Akita Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. This year appointments are being taken ahead of time to insure your space!! Every dog should have a CGC especially in light of breed specific legislation, the rise of dog bits, and insurance concerns! Akita Fun Exhibits. Akita photo Exhibit. Pet Photographer. Raffles and prizes through-out the day!!No admission fee ... Free Parking ... Bring your own chairs ... water will be supplied ? Please bring a crate or tie-out for your Akita so your Akita can have a safe "time out" while the owner eats, drinks, wins the raffle, and makes merry ... Leashes must be no longer then 6 feet. ... Children must be under parental control. Name tags will be in use so people can connect with each other!! If you will have your Akita in attendance, please bring along proof of rabies, a crate if needed, extra leashes
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