Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Going to the Dogs Sunday, October 6, 2013, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Going to the Dogs

Event Date & Time
Sunday, October 6, 2013, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Event Description

Going to the Dogs is a dog therapy program designed for participants five years and older with an adult caregiver. Activity centers will include Certified Therapy Dogs, manipulatives, stories, crafts, and computers. Irving Public Library’s Reach Out programs are designed for individuals with special needs and their peers. An adult caregiver must attend. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call (972) 721-2691 with questions or to register.
Event Location
West Irving Library
4444 W. Rochelle Rd
Irving, TX 75062

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Diva Dogs and the Great Cats-by Sunday, October 6, 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Diva Dogs and the Great Cats-by

Event Date & Time
Sunday, October 6, 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Event Description

Diva Dogs and the Great Cats-by

Dress your dog (or cat, turtle, or even guinea pig) up in their best finery and join us on the patio for an afternoon of fun. The pet party features a short parade walk by the canal, snacks for the pets, games and activities for all ages. Prizes will be awarded for best dressed pet, best dressed owner/pet duo, best pet trick, and more. Copies of the Big Read 2013 novel, The Great Gatsby will be given out.
Event Location: Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail, Irving, TX 75063

Date: Sun, Oct 6, 2013
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Book: The Great Gatsby
Event Location
Valley Ranch Library
401 Cimarron Trail
Irving, TX 75063

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Sporting Chance Golf Tournament Sunday, October 6, 2013, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sporting Chance Golf Tournament

Event Date & Time
Sunday, October 6, 2013, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Event Description

Support a good cause while having fun. Join us for the 19th annual golf tournament, benefiting DFW Lab Rescue. We are a non profit 501 (c) 3 organization which operates solely on private donations. Our average cost per dog is over $600, yet our adoption fee is only $275. We charge the same adoption fee for all our dogs, regardless of their past health. In order to make up for the difference between the actual cost of the dog and our adoption rate we rely on special events/fundraisers like this to help supplement the costs.
4-Person Scramble; 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start.

Champion Sponsor (Only 1 Available) $10,000 – includes 16 playing positions
Hole-in-One Sponsor $5,000 – includes 8 playing positions
Double Eagle Sponsor $1,200 – includes 4 playing positions
Eagle Sponsor – $550 includes playing positions
Hole Sponsor – $300 includes hole sponsor sign
Individual Player – $150
Visit us at www.golf4rescue.org for more information on each type of sponsorship, or contact event organizers at jmf313@verizon.net or (214) 773-9655
100% of proceeds benefit DFW Labrador Retriever Rescue

Event Location
Tour 18 Golf Course
8718 Amen Corner
Flower Mound, TX 75022

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Agility Just for Kicks Saturday, October 5, 2013, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Agility Just for Kicks

Event Date & Time
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Event Description

Agility Just for Kicks is a new class offered weekly and is designed for dog and trainer teams who are looking for a fun and engaging way to deepen their working relationship as well as strengthen important life and social skills. Agility Just for Kicks will introduce your dog to the obstacles found on your basic agility course in a safe and controlled way that doesn’t involve forcing your dog to do anything. Dogs that figure things out for themselves and receive high rates of reinforcement will learn to love performing behaviors and working for you!
Obstacles that will be taught include jumps, A-frame, dog-walk, tire jump, broad jump, wobble boards, tunnels, and the pause table.
This class is not only for beginners but will also be tailored to suit the interests of dogs who have learned the obstacles or who may have even competed in Agility before. No matter where you’re starting, every class and every course will provide you with a challenge specific to you and your dog! This class is ongoing and every week we will tackle something new. This class is purely for the fun, with a little self-discipline thrown in.

For more information, visit http://dctc-tx.com/ai1ec_event/agility-just-for-kicks/?instance_id=323763 or contact DCTC at smile.megrj@gmail.com or (940) 368-6262.

Event Location
Dog City Training Center
15559 Wright Brothers Dr
Addison, TX 75001

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Bark In the Park – Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of North Texas Saturday, October 5, 2013, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Bark In the Park – Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of North Texas

Event Date & Time
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Event Description

On Saturday, October 5 from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of North Texas welcomes you and your family to the 3rd Annual “Bark in the Park.” Bring your Schnauzer and other doggie family members. There will be games (Best Costume, Best Trick, Most Vocal, and King & Queen), prizes, a raffle and a complimentary digital souvenir photo. MSRNT will provide drinks and light snacks. (Note: No alcoholic beverages allowed. All dogs attending must be on a leash.)
Flagpole Hill at White Rock Lake Park in Dallas. Nearest intersection: East Northwest Highway & North Buckner Boulevard.
For more information, please email MSRNT at karenwatson007@gmail.com.

Event Location
White Rock Lake – Flag Pole Hill
8150 Doran Circle
Dallas, TX 75238

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Low Cost Vaccinations and Heartworm Prevention Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Heartworm Prevention

Event Date & Time
Saturday, October 5, 2013, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Heartworm Prevention
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
First Saturday of each month 9a-1p.
Prices – Dogs
Rabies $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo) $20
Bordetella $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal) $15
Heartworm Test $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip $35
Dog Combo – Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella $35
Dog Super Combo – Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test $55
Puppy Package – Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!) $95
Puppy Package Plus – —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value) $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age $75-95
Please schedule surgeries online at http://www.outreachclinic.com
Event Location

Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75220

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Friday, October 4, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter

Event Date & Time
Friday, October 4, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Sureries
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
Prices – Dogs
Rabies     $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo)     $20
Bordetella     $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal)     $15
Heartworm Test     $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip    $35
Dog Combo - Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella     $35
Dog Super Combo - Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test     $55
Puppy Package - Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!)     $95
Puppy Package Plus - —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value)     $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight     $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age     $75-95
Exam     $25
To Schedule a Surgery, please visit outreachclinic.com
Event Location

Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229

Teach Your Dog To Shake Hands

by Ron Miller
original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/teach-your-dog-to-shake-hands/#.UjnOzH8pi88

Is there any dog owner out there who has not thought about teaching your dog to shake hands with you and others? Probably you already have, and this is such a simple trick for any breed of dog to learn it is a great starting point for further training. Those who are first time dog owners may not be aware of how easy teaching your dog to shake hands really is, so below are the simple steps for teaching Max how to shake hands with you and others.

When you begin, you need to make a couple of decisions before starting the training. One is which paw you want the dog to learn to shake with. Most people go with the dog learning to shake with his or her right paw as the vast majority of humans are right handed. Next you will need to pick the one word command for the dog to learn. As expected most people use “shake” as their command word but another option is “paw” and “hand” for those who like things different.

Begin by having the puppy or adult dog sit in front of you and reach down lifting the paw of choice. A word of caution is due here: dogs do not like their feet/paws messed with, so when you lift the paw be gentle, and in a soothing, gentle voice give the command word while shaking the dog’s paw up and down slightly.

With practice and repetition the dog will quickly learn what the command word means and the behavior you expect. To get things off to a fast start you always want to praise the dog and slip him a tasty treat as he is learning this trick.

Once you have your dog shaking hands with the right foot you can move on to teaching him to use his left paw by using the same training method but change the command word to “left paw shake” or something similar.

It is very normal for a dog who has learned to shake hands with people to expect most strangers he meets to shake his paw. Dogs are very intelligent and yearn to please their owners, as well as friends of the family, so he or she may surprise someone you know when they enter your home and the dog comes up to them and offers his paw.

As you can see teaching your dog to shake hands is quite easy and a great starting point for further trick training.

Canine Joint Health: 5 Simple Ways to Ease Pain

by Brandy Arnold 

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/canine-joint-health-simple-ways-ease-pain/#.UjnOjH8pi88

Does your pooch suffer from joint pain? Perhaps, arthritis has set in? If you have visited your vet and confirmed that your dog is actually suffering from such a medical condition, then maybe it’s about time for you to jump in and help your dog out. Or, if you have a breed of pup that’s susceptible, these 5 easy ways to ease his joint pain can also help to prevent it!
Alleviating your Dog’s Joint Problem
Most vets advise dogs with joint pain to let their dogs take a rest combined with adequate diet and possible medications. However, if their pooch’s joint pain still persists even after a long period of time, owners need to start taking necessary actions. Below are some of the great things you can do to give Fido that much needed comfort. Spare your pooch from any more pain as you give him adequate joint lubrication and flexibility.
· Feeding your dog right. Providing your pooch with a diet rich in glucosamine is important to keep his joint health in good condition. Lots of specialty dog foods in many pet stores have glucosamine in them; usually seen with a “joint health formula” label. Although this can be quite pricy, it nonetheless can save you from a cumbersome vet bill along the way.
· Providing Fido exercise. However counter-intuitive it may sound, working a sore joint can actually make your dog’s condition better since regular physical activities can keep his affected joints lubricated. Of course, we are not talking about a rigorous exercise here. A nice walk in a dog park or an easy jog around your neighborhood will suffice. Besides, exercise will also keep his body weight down.
· Giving occasional massage. You can also relieve lots of tension pain in Fido’s joints by applying light pressure on the muscles around his joints. Remember to massage him around, never on, the aching joint itself. Doing this twice a day for one or two minutes will surely make a big difference on your pooch’s condition.
· Trying some acupressure. Squeezing Fido’s achilles heel, the tendon right above your dog’s paw, by the ankle, with the use of your thumb and middle finger will also help in easing the pain your dog is suffering from. Try doing this for half or one hour and your pooch will certainly bliss out.
· Embracing natural remedies. If you can, avoid administering potentially harmful medication. Instead, use various natural supplements by looking for a homeopathic solution that will alleviate Fido’s joint pain as you lubricate his affected junctions, promote flexibility, and enhance your pooch’s own restorative process.

Pancreatitis in Dogs

by Brandy Arnold 

original post: http://dogingtonpost.com/pancreatitis-in-dogs/#.UjnN3H8pi88 

Pancreatitis in dogs generally is a painful, serious canine disease that can crop up all of a sudden. Although the exact cause of this condition remains unknown, it appears to be most common in middle-aged pooches, probably more in females as compared to males, which are overweight and usually follows a high-fat diet.

For some dogs, an attack can occur rapidly as a result of eating table scraps or very fatty foods. Veterinarians often report increased cases of acute pancreatitis around the holidays, when people unknowingly feed their dog special treats from the holiday meal, like turkey skin or sweets. However, not all cases are a result of poor diet, as genetics seems to also play a role in its development.

Understanding the Basics
· The pancreas. The pancreas is a large, elongated gland in the body that is found between the upper small intestine, kidneys, liver, spleen, and stomach. One of the pancreas’ major functions is the secretion of digestive enzymes as well as other essential substances necessary for digestion. Pancreatitis occurs when there is a swelling and inflammation of the organ. The condition is linked to the activation of certain digestive enzymes that lead to the injury to the pancreas itself, and sometimes, even to its adjacent organs in the abdomen.

· The symptoms. Clinical signs of pancreatitis normally include vomiting, oftentimes profuse; lack of appetite or refusal to eat; lack of thirst or refusal to drink; weight loss; depression; weakness; lethargy; abdominal pain, usually severe and sudden; diarrhea; dehydration; and/or tucked up belly. Once the disease has progressed, the following indicators can be observed: abnormal stool consistency and color; fever; swollen abdomen; heart arrhythmias; difficulty breathing; shock; systemic infection, inflammation of the other organs that surround the pancreas; and/or internal hemorrhage. Since pancreatitis in dogs can be very serious, it requires immediate vet attention.

Treatment Options
Most cases of pancreatitis in dogs are treated by means of withholding the pet’s oral food and water, along with intravenous fluid in order to maintain the electrolyte balance and normal fluid in the dog’s body. Anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, anti-emetics, and pain killers may also be prescribed to manage the symptoms of the disease. If shock is present, other treatments may be provided. Sadly, pooches that show shock are often at risk of death, despite the aggressive forms of treatment.
When vomiting is no longer present, the patient can be given little amounts of fluids. If he can keep the liquids down, small amount of low protein, low fat diet may be offered. Some dogs with pancreatitis, however, may have to be hospitalized for several days before they can be sent back home.
Possible Long Term Problems
Although most dogs with pancreatitis may recover without any long-term effect, there are still some cases in which the dog may continue showing recurrent bouts of the condition, commonly referred to as chronic, relapsing pancreatitis. These dogs usually require a specific medical diet to minimize the recurrence rate. Nevertheless, if a substantial amount of pancreatic cells have been destroyed; inadequate digestive enzymes might be produced resulting in continuing digestive problems. Dogs experiencing this digestive difficulty may have to be medicated with each meal in order to prevent diarrhea and weight loss. In addition, since the pancreas is also the site of the production of insulin, if a great number of these cells is being destroyed, the patient may develop diabetes.
The very best way to prevent pancreatitis in your dog is to provide a healthy, low fat, balanced diet and plenty of regular exercise. Further, if you’re adopting a dog from a breeder, make sure that the other dogs in the breeding line have not developed this condition, as genetics do play a role.

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Wags and Waves Saturday, September 21, 2013, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wags and Waves

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 21, 2013, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Event Description

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 5th Annual Wags & Waves will be September 21, 2013 at

NRH20 Family Water Park 9001 Boulevard 26 North Richland Hills, TX 76180 (map) TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!

Wags and Waves 2013 will be held at NRH2O Family Water Park on Saturday, September 21st. Float in the Endless River and catch some waves in the NRH2Ocean with man’s best friend! Wags and Waves benefits Cat matchers, Dallas Companion Animal Project, DFW Rescue Me, Feral Friends and Legacy Boxer Rescue. *Costume Contests *Pet Tricks, *Agility, *Retrieving *Vendors – *Goody Bags – *Food *Separate activity pool areas for large and small breed dogs *Lots of slides and activities *Fun in the Sun and Surf! All dogs must have complete, up-to-date vaccinations and current rabies shots. As well as spayed/neutered. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Each person, regardless of age attending Wags and Waves must have a signed waiver. Save yourself some time by downloading the waiver here. Waiver Download

Event Location
NRH2O
9001 Boulevard 26
North Richland Hills, TX 76180

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-Trinity GAP Club Fall Pet Fair Saturday, September 21, 2013, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Trinity GAP Club Fall Pet Fair

Event Date & Time

Saturday, September 21, 2013, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Event Description


Come out to Trinity High School for the GAP Club’s Fall Pet Fair. The Fair is our largest event and fundraiser for the Euless Shelter pets. RAIN or SHINE the following services will be available:

• Pet adoptions and rescues
• $20 Micro­chipping
• Low cost vaccination clinic (10am—1pm)
• Pet photographer
• Dog bathing
• $5 nail clipping
• Cake walk
• Various area vendors
• Concessions
• Huge Garage Sale 8am-2pm
• Carter Blood Donations
• Face painting and bounce house for kids

Event Location
Trinity High School
500 N. Industrial Blvd
Euless, TX 76039

Upcoming Pet Friendly events-PetFest- Saturday, September 21, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

PetFest

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 21, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Event Description


Trophy Club’s 5th annual PetFest brings pets and pet owners together for a community pet fair celebrating man’s best friend. Vendors will be on hand with various pet-related merchandise, service offers, educational information and dogs will be available for adoption. Low cost vaccinations, microchipping, and heartworm testing provided by Community Pet Outreach. Leashed, vaccinated pets are welcome!

Interested in becoming a vendor? Download the vendor application at www.tcparks.org!

Event Location
Freedom Dog Park
2675 Trophy Park Dr
Trophy Club, TX 76262

Upcoming Pet Friendly events- Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Friday, September 20, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter

 

Event Date & Time
Friday, September 20, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Sureries
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
Prices – Dogs
Rabies     $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo)     $20
Bordetella     $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal)     $15
Heartworm Test     $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip    $35
Dog Combo - Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella     $35
Dog Super Combo - Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test     $55
Puppy Package - Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!)     $95
Puppy Package Plus - —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value)     $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight     $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age     $75-95
Exam     $25

To Schedule a Surgery, please visit outreachclinic.com

Event Location
Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229

Upcoming Pet Friendly events- Texas Husky Rescue 3rd Annual Golf Tournament Friday, September 20, 2013, 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Texas Husky Rescue 3rd Annual Golf Tournament

Event Date & Time
Friday, September 20, 2013, 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Event Description

Texas Husky Rescue would like to invite you to be a part of our 3rd annual golf tournament on Friday, September 20, 2013 at Coyote Ridge Golf Club! This is a great opportunity to gain valuable exposure for your business while supporting a very worthwhile cause – saving the lives of huskies in need. There will be registration at 12:30 pm and a 2pm shotgun start. Dinner will follow.
Texas Husky Rescue was established in May 2009 to help save homeless, abused and neglected huskies and adopt them in to permanent and loving forever homes. TXHR is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization run entirely by volunteers with no paid staff or shelter. We rely on our network of foster families to give temporary homes to huskies until their permanent home is found. TXHR provides necessary vetting and medical care and we are a responsible animal rescue agency in that we spay/neuter every husky prior to adoption. We are proud to have saved over 600 huskies since our inception!

How can you help?
1. Become an official sponsor. Our sponsorship packages are attached for your review.
2. Donate an auction item or raffle prize – no item is too big or too small.
3. Register to play – and invite your family, friends and co-workers to play!
We hope you will join us by sponsoring, donating or playing in our tournament. You’ll have a fabulous time all while making a direct impact on the lives of huskies that desperately need it. All of us at TXHR thank you in advance for your consideration and support.
Download the flyer here: Tournament Brochure

Please visit www.texashuskyrescue.org or contact event organizers at golf@texashuskyrescue.org or 1-877-894-8759 for more information.

Event Location
Coyote Ridge Golf Course
1640 W. Hebron Parkway
Carrollton, TX 75010

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Dinner for Justice Sunday, September 15, 2013, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Dinner for Justice

Event Date & Time
Sunday, September 15, 2013, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Event Description

The time has come for our second annual Dinner for Justice. This year Sambuca Dallas will be hosting the event. Tickets are $60 and all the proceeds go to the Justice Fund. Money from the Justice Fund goes to help injured and abused animals, as well as our Voices for Justice educational program. Sybil Summers will be our host for the evening, and there will be also be a silent auction. Menu items will include a house or caesar salad, your choice of flat iron steak, chicken parmigiana, margarita shrimp, or veggie lasagna, and a dessert trio. For ticket information please visit http://dfwrescueme.org/dinner-for-justice-tickets/.

Event Location
Sambuca Restaurant
2120 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75201

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Dallas Pet CPR & First Aid Seminar Sunday, September 15, 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Dallas Pet CPR & First Aid Seminar

Event Date & Time
Sunday, September 15, 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Event Description

Ticket Information:
Student: $119.00 + $3.97 Fee
2+ Student Discount – Qty must be 2+ ($10 Off each student): $109.00 + $3.72 Fee
Pet Professional/Active Rescue Volunteer ($10 Discount): $109.00 + $3.72 Fee
http://september2013dallaspetfirstaid.eventbrite.com
Will you know what to do when your animals need you most?
“Guaranteed to be the most complete &
comprehensive training in DFW!”
Beth and Burt CPR Demo
Beth Bowers
Longest Active Pet Tech Instructor in DFW!
Certified Pet CPR, First Aid & Care Instructor
Veterinary Technician
ABKA Pet Care Technician
Beth@DallasPetFirstAid.com or (214) 476-9938
Over 15 years experience with
Veterinary Medicine,
Canine Nutrition,
Canine Behavior & Training
& Dog Daycare/Boarding
Facility Management!
___________________
PetSaver™ Program
Includes all of the Following:
Pet CPR & First Aid
Caring For Your Senior Pet-izen™
Dental Care For Your Pets
(Most Complete Training &
Absolutely the Best Value!)
PetSaver Registration Includes Handbook, Certificate, Starter First Aid Kit with Muzzle for Safety & Complimentary Breakfast!
___________________
“Beth’s CPR & First Aid Seminar is, without question, the most comprehensive and enjoyable pet care class I’ve ever taken. She uses her own experience as a veterinary technician and dog care facility manger to create meaningful scenarios and experiences that you can apply to your own pets. Beth ensures that every student understands each technique by allowing practice on both stuffed and demonstrations with live dogs, which makes the instruction more memorable. The 8 hour class simply flew by! It was a great value and I will be taking it every year from now on.”
~Yvonne Ybarra – DallasDogLife.com~
According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) 1-out-of-4 more pets would survive, if just one pet first aid technique was applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care. WE TEACH OVER 50 SKILLS TO HELP SAVE YOUR PET!
The PetSaver™ Program covers the following topics:
Skill: Restraining & Muzzling
“Any pet that is pain or is going to be moved into pain, can and will bite.”
PetSaver Handbook
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Primary Assessment
“In the first 15-25 seconds of you being on the scene you will know what to do and what actions to take.”
PetSaver Handbook
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Rescue Breathing
“The pet patient had a heartbeat but is not breathing”
PetSaver Handbook
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Canine & Feline CPR
“The pet patient has no heart beat and is not breathing.”
PetSaver Handbook
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Choking Management
Conscious Choking, Unconscious Choking (Witnessed & Found)
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Bleeding & Shock Management
Restraint, Muzzle, Elevation, Direct Pressure, Pressure Points, Immobilization, Shock Management & Transportation.
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Snout-To-Tail™
Assessment for Injury & Wellness
“A deliberate and systematic assessment from the snout to the tail of the pet with intent and purpose looking for any injuries the pet does not present to you or for wellness to create a base-line of your pet’s health.”
Hands-on Skill Practice
Skill: Assessing the Pet’s Vitals
“If you know what is normal for your pet then you will be able to quickly recognize when your pet is presenting not-normal.”
Hands-on Skill Practice
Handbook: Pet First Aid Kit Contents
Equipment & Supplies for Putting Together Your Own Pet First Aid Kit
Lecture: Insect Bites & Stings & Snakebite
Definition, Causes, Signs & Actions For Survival
Lecture: Heat & Cold Injuries
Definition, Causes, Signs & Actions For Survival
Lecture: Seizures
Definition, Causes, Signs & Actions For Survival
Lecture: Caring For Your Senior Pet-izen
Senior Pet-izen Care, Signs & Symptoms, Risk Factors & Euthanasia
Lecture: Dental Care For Your Pets
Dental Care Facts, Periodontal Disease, Risks, Preventative Care & Cleanings
One of the skills we teach is the Snout-to-Tail ™ Assessment.
Read how this saved one pet’s life . . .
A pet owner who took our class loved her little dog because she did her homework assignment of the Snout-To-Tail ™ Assessment. Where you go from Snout-To-Tail ™ with deliberate intent and purpose creating a baseline of your pet’s health. Also, so that you know more of what is normal for your pet, so you can more quickly recognize what is not normal for your pet. She found mammary tumors growing on her dog. She took her to the vet, who confirmed the diagnosis. Luckily she caught it early enough that treatment was successful. However, the vet did tell her that if she had let that go just another five or six months, the outcome may not have been as good. This simple skill that can take only a few minutes added thousands of minutes to this pet’s life.
When I tell this story in the classroom, some people wonder how she didn’t notice the mammary tumors in the first place. The thing is that she never really put her hands on her dog, from Snout-To-Tail ™ , with deliberate intent and purpose, like we teach in the class. She said she would come home from work, make her dog dinner, have dinner herself, her dog would sit on her lap and she would pet it.
–Used with permission from www.PetTech.net
Event Location
The Dog Lofts – Oak Lawn
2732 Oak Lawn Ave
Dallas, TX 75205

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Paint Your Pet Saturday, September 14, 2013, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Paint Your Pet

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 14, 2013, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Event Description

Come Paint Your Pet and Support Short Mugs Rescue Squad at the same time!
Your Pet does NOT have to be a Short Mug dog, any animal will do!
Visit www.pinotspalette.com/Lakewood/Class/10425
for more information and to sign up!

Event Location
Pinot’s Palette
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane #420
Dallas, TX 75214

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Dog Days at Ford Pool Saturday, September 14, 2013, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Dog Days at Ford Pool

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 14, 2013, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Event Description

Celebrate the end of summer at Ford Pool!
Canine Costs: $5 per dog (If registered with City of Allen, see below.)
Person Costs:FREE! (Well, someone has to drive you.)
Ages: All ages & dog years are welcome.
• Owners MUST provide updated vaccination information.
• Dogs MUST be registered with the City of Allen
• City of Allen registration will be available on-site the day of the event for $5 (if spayed/neutered) and $10 (if not spayed/neutered) in addition to $5 admission fee.

Event Location
Ford Pool
632 Park Place
Allen, TX 75002

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Dog Splash Saturday, September 14, 2013, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Dog Splash

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 14, 2013, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Event Description

Event Location
Splash Factory
601 East Grand Prairie Rd
Grand Prairie, TX 75051

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic at Camp Bow Wow Dallas High Five Saturday, September 14, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic at Camp Bow Wow Dallas High Five

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 14, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Event Description

Camp Bow Wow – Dallas High Five, in conjunction with MyPets Mobile Veterinary Clinic, offers a Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9am – noon. MyPets MVP offers Bordetella, Distemper, and Parvo for just $15. Rabies 1-year is $10.95; 3-year is $12.55. For vaccinations only, the Exam Fee is just $10. Call to reserve your spot today!

For more information:
Event Website: http://www.campbowwow.com/dallashighfive
Event Email: dallashighfive@campbowwow.com
Event Phone: (214) 575-9663
Event Location
Camp Bow Wow – Dallas High Five
13730 Floyd Circle
Dallas, TX 75243

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-4th Annual Run for Retrievers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Saturday, September 14, 2013, 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM

4th Annual Run for Retrievers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Event Date & Time
Saturday, September 14, 2013, 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Event Description

Run for Retrievers

4th Annual Run for Retrievers 5k/1m

Saturday, September 14, 2013
Andy Brown Park East
260 East Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, TX 75019
Support a good cause while having fun. Join us for the 4th annual race, benefiting DFW Lab Rescue. We are a non profit 501 (c) 3 organization which operates solely on private donations. Our average cost per dog is over $600, yet our adoption fee is only $275. We charge the same adoption fee for all our dogs, regardless of their past health. In order to make up for the difference between the actual cost of the dog and our adoption rate, we rely on special events/fundraisers like this to help supplement the costs.
Click here to visit our sponsorship page for a list of contributors, and to find out how you can become a sponsor.

Run for Retrievers 5k/1 mile itinerary:

7:00am: Race day registration and packet pickup
8:00 am: 1 Mile start
8:30 am: 5K start
9:30 am: Awards ceremony

Entry Fees for the 5k: (INCLUDES Technical Running Shirt)

$25 until August 17th
$30 August 18th through September 12th
$35 Race Day

Entry Fees for the 1 Mile:

$15 until August 17th
$20 August 18th through September 12th
$25 Race Day

Registration:

http://www.dfwlabrescue.org/run.html
For more information, contact event organizers at lisa_h_33@yahoo.com or (972) 824-8870.
Event Location
Andy Brown Park
260 East Parkway Blvd
Coppell, TX 75019

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Friday, September 13, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter

Event Date & Time
Friday, September 13, 2013, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Event Description

Low Cost Vaccinations and Spay/Neuter Sureries
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229
Open
Fridays 8am for surgery check in
Fridays 1p-6p for vaccinations and outpatient visits
Prices – Dogs
Rabies     $10
DHP (Distemper/Parvo)     $20
Bordetella     $13
Intestinal Parasite Screen (Fecal)     $15
Heartworm Test     $25
6 month injectable Heartworm Prevention $35-65
Microchip    $35
Dog Combo - Includes: DHP, Rabies, Bordetella     $35
Dog Super Combo - Includes: Dog Combo + HW Test     $55
Puppy Package - Includes entire puppy series: 3x DHP, Rabies, Bordatella, Intestinal Parasite Screen, 3 dewormings ($120 Value!)     $95
Puppy Package Plus - —Includes Puppy Package plus heartworm prevention pills and injection at 6 months of age ($210 value)     $150
Canine Neuter — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight     $65-95
Canine Spay — Price Varies in this range with pet’s weight. Females must be under 35 lbs and 7 years of age     $75-95
Exam     $25
To Schedule a Surgery, please visit outreachclinic.com
Event Location
Outreach Animal Clinic
9995 Monroe Dr #201
Dallas, TX 75229

Upcoming Dog Friendly Events-Doghouse Derby & Pet Adopt-A-Thon Friday, September 13, 2013 - Saturday, September 14, 2013, All Day

Doghouse Derby & Pet Adopt-A-Thon

Event Date & Time
Friday, September 13, 2013 - Saturday, September 14, 2013, All Day

Event Description

5-person teams racing large doghouses against other teams. Animal rescue groups, coordinated by Lost Paws Rescue of Texas, are alongside in tented areas with 100-plus rescue dogs and cats ready for adoption. The races and Adopt-A-Thon take place in the PetSmart parking lot at 121 & Josey Lane.
For more information, contact event organizers at info@creaturecauses.com or (214) 677-6727.

Event Location
PetSmart
4854 Highway 121
Lewisville, TX 75056