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Sunday, September 20th 8am 'til
36th Annual Benefit Horse Show
Chester County SPCA
Radnor Hunt Pony Club
826Providence Road
Malvern, PA 19355
The 36th Annual Chester County SPCA Benefit Horse Show will be held to help fight animal cruelty.
The Benefit Horse Show, which is the Chester County SPCA's oldest continuing fund-raising event, will include two rings and numerous divisions for children and adults. Proceeds from the show help fund animal cruelty investigations conducted by the Chester County SPCA.
The Chester County SPCA investigates more than 500 reported cases of animal cruelty each year. Because of the show, the Chester County SPCA is able to employ full-time humane society police officers, maintain two ambulances and provide the equipment necessary for cruelty calls.
Admission to the show is free to spectators. Proceeds from the sale of food and beverages, raffle tickets, and gift items benefit the Chester County SPCA. The Benefit Horse Show is a member of the Chester County Horse Show Association.
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Sunday, September 20th 9am - 6pm
One by One Cat Rescue Information Booth
26th annual Lyons Fiddle Fest
Lyons Community Park
Lyons, Berks County, PA 19536
(Lyons is located midway between Reading
and Allentown. Three miles south of Kutztown)
The fall is usually our busiest time of year, and this is the 26th annual Fiddle Fest in Lyons, another day filled with toe-tapping music and good times. Stop by our information booth to find out how you can help the homeless cats in our community. For more information, visit www.lyonsfiddlefest.com
Please show your support to these local events -a fun-filled day can be yours for a small donation admission fee. For more information call 484-839-2019, Ext 2 or email Linda@1by1catrescue.org
One By One is a no-kill, all volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit cat rescue. We are dedicated to helping abandoned, stray, rescued, and injured cats, by providing quality shelter and foster care through voluntary efforts, for their lifetime, if necessary. Find out more at: http://1by1catrescue.org/
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Sunday, September 20th 10am to 1pm
Pennsylvania SPCA Mobile Adoption Unit
Headhouse Square Farmers Market
2nd and Pine Sts,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Stop by and meet our loving adoptables. This is a chance for you to become involved too! There will be dogs and cats waiting on you to come show your brotherly (and sisterly) love for the Philadelphia SPCA animals. Expect to have some fun as you meet our staff, volunteers and sweet animals.
To learn more about our work for the animals, please visit www.pspca.org
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Sunday, September 20th 10 am to 2 pm
Emmaus Farmer's Market
BROOKLINE LABRADOR RETRIEVER RESCUE
Keystone Nazareth Bank & Trust
235 Main Street,
Emmaus, PA 18049
Brookline Labrador Retriever Rescue will be at the Emmaus Farmer’s Market on Sunday, September 20th. The market is more than just a place to buy local, high quality, organic produce – it is also a place to meet friends, neighbors and family.
Shoppers will be treated to the sounds of live music and activities and have the opportunity to stop at our booth to get information, sign up as a volunteer, or offer other kinds of support. We hope to see you on September 20th.
Brookline Labrador Retriever Rescue is a Pennsylvania non-profit organization dedicated to finding homes for stray or surrendered Labradors. For more information, please visit our website at www.BrooklineLabRescue.org, email us at info@BrooklineLabRescue.org, or call us at 215 343 6087.
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Sunday, September 20th 10am-3pm
Another Chance 4 Horses, Inc.
Meet and Greet/Sweet Streets Fundraiser
Petco
2765 Papermill Road
Wyomissing, PA 19610
More details to follow but come out and see how to help the horses! Another Chance 4 Horses, Inc. Rescue, Rehabilitation and Placement is a non-profit 501c(3) corporation headquartered in Pennsylvania with an international network. We have been in continuous operation for over a decade. AC4H is a volunteer based, all breed horse rescue.
Our Mission is to give equines a much needed "Another Chance". We provide "another chance" to equines (and often other animals) that are no longer needed, wanted or useful to their owners and place them in homes where they ARE wanted, needed and useful. Email Lauren Sweitzer lnsweit@yahoo.com and also visit http://www.ac4h.com/InitialPage.html
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Sunday, September 20th 10:o0 AM - 3 PM
No Kill Lehigh Valley
Furry Friends' Fest '09
w/ Low Cost Vaccination Clinic & Food Bank
Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink
124 Goodman Dr, at Illicks Mill
Bethlehem, PA 18015
This is our combination adoption spectacular and vaccination clinic held at the Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink. Doors open to the public from 10:00 to 3:00. vaccination clinic runs from 10:30 to 1:00. All funds raised go to the spay/neuter and vet care programs.
We have 10 rescues and 12 vendors coming. If you are a rescue or vendor and would like to participate, contact us at nokill.lehighvalley@yahoo.com There is no charge to participate and no admission charge. Vaccinations are $12.00 each. We will be vaccinating for rabies and distemper for cats and dogs and bordatella for dogs. http://www.webspawner.com/users/nklv/
Note: Bring a cat food item and receive $2.00 off the total already low cost of vaccinations.
All food collected will benefit THE ANIMAL FOOD BANK OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY.
Upcoming Events:
October 6th, 2pm, Ribbon-cutting, NCC, Fowler Family Community Center, Bethlehehem
November 7th, 6 - 10pm, AFBLV Fundraiser, Banana Factory, Bethlehem, PA $25./pp
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Sunday, September 20th 11 am - 4 pm
Centre County PAWS
10th annual PAWS Pet Extravaganza
Penn State Snider Ag Arena
East Park Avenue
State College, PA 16802.
This year’s Pet Extravaganza will include demonstrations throughout the day, a rabies clinic, a microchip clinic, silent auction, raffle, craft and bake sales, contests (silly pet tricks, pet/owner look-alike, best dressed pet), activities for children, and great food for all pets and their human companions.
Funds raised at the Extravaganza will be used to care for homeless dogs and cats until they are adopted by families and will also help fund our spay/neuter assistance and emergency medical assistance programs.
Admission is free, though donations are encouraged and appreciated. Pets are welcome as long as they are on leashes or carriers and have proof of a current rabies vaccination. For more information, visit www.centrecountypaws.org
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Sunday, September 20th 11am to 5pm
5th annual WoofStock!
Riverfront Park
701 N Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Mark your calendars for the fifth annual "outta-sight" WoofStock event. It is happening on Sunday, September 20 from 11am-5pm Riverfront Park in Harrisburg, Pa ....We will "howl". More details to come!
Check www.cpaawoofstock.com for more info about this awesome doggie love-in and The Grateful Dog Walk where you can raise donations for your favorite CPAA organization. Get your "wag on", come out and support Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance. Still scratching behind your ears, got questions? Contact Pat at woofstock2006@yahoo.com
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Sunday, September 20th 11am to 5pm
The Gress Mountain Ranch
A Celebration for Elle and
Honoring all the lives of the "Therapy Animals"
Reverend Joesph Grembocki, will perform a
Blessing of all the "Therapy Animals" at 2pm.
~An official Pennsylvania Week for the Animals event~
Gress Mountain Ranch
3264 Highland Road
Orefield, PA 18069
We will open our 2nd Annual Pennsylvania Week for the Animals with a "Sharing", followed by "giving and caring" for the animals...and ending with refreshments for all who participate in helping the therapy animals. This day will be A Tribute to Elle, our rescued "retired" plow horse. See side photo of Miss Mia in pink shirt and Elle, our "retired" plow horse, who we are "Celebrating her Life" and all the lives of the wonderful therapy animals at TGMR.
A Celebration for Elle and Honoring all the lives of the "Therapy Animals" living at TGMR and those that have passed over the "Rainbow Bridge." Celebration of the lives of "Ziggafouse" who was one of the "founding animals for Animal-Assisted Therapy, as well as Rachet, who was a Great "Therapy Rabbit".
Reverend Joesph Grembocki, will give a "Blessing of all the "Therapy Animals" at The Gress Mountain Ranch, at 2pm. (Photo of Miss Mia and Elle.)
The Gress's will have refreshments, provide a time of "sharing" and a Give-Back Day. Please call Kathryn at 610-398-2122, if you want to help, give-back, or need directions. Visit http://www.gressmountainranch.com/
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Sunday, September 20th 11am to 5pm
HOPE (Hounds of Prison Education) Program
at Woofstock!
Riverfront Park
701 N Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Hope Dogs to be at Woofstock! The HOPE (Hounds of Prison Education) Program was launched in March of 2005 in an effort to help more homeless animals find their way into forever homes. Sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance (CPAA), the HOPE Program works in conjunction with the State Correctional Institute at Camp Hill and CPAA member rescues. The program pairs carefully screened inmates with needy dogs for a 6-12 week period.
The inmates work together with a professional trainer, prison staff and HOPE volunteers to provide the dogs with basic obedience training, socialization, behavior modification and one-on-one attention. The dogs involved in the program graduate with a wealth of valuable skills that help give them a paw up on finding a home.
The inmates and the dogs live together in the cell and attend weekly training sessions. They follow a strict training regimen which provides the dogs with the structure the need to adapt into a traditional home. By the time they are "paroled," the dogs have become more confident, better behaved and are looking forward to starting a new life on the outside.
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Sunday, September 20th 11am-3pm
Washington Area Humane Society Senior Day
Pet Co 20th
70 Trinity Point Drive
Washington, PA 15301
724-229-9142
The Washington Area Humane Society is a no-kill shelter, meaning we do not euthanize animals to make room for other animals. We pride ourselves on giving every animal a second, even third chance at a loving permanent home regardless of age or medical condition.
WAHS is funded solely by private contributions, takes in more than 4,000 animals and investigates 700 abuse cases annually. Please consider becoming a WAHS member, PATHS member or 1500 Club member. Your financial support via membership allows us to continue our work providing the necessary care to the animals who find their way to our shelter.
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Sunday, September 20th 11am-1pm
Tour of Chenoa Manor and Activist Training
Chenoa Manor
733 Glen Willow Rd
Avondale, PA 19311
The tour and training session will be followed by an optional dinner at PF Chang's restaurant for anyone who is interested (please order only vegan items at this non-vegan restaurant). Requested donation for the tour and training is $15, which includes a $10 donation to Chenoa Manor. E-mail us or call 484-631-7878 to reserve your spot by September 13. Visit http://www.care4animals.org/events.shtml
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Sunday, September 20th 12 noon - 4pm
Animal Friends' Bully-palooza!
AnimalFriends
562 Camp Horne Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Animal Friends All dog and people-friendly bully breed canines and their families are invited to an afternoon of fun and games, including musical dogs; Sit, Stay and Lei; Dress-a-Bully; Best Kisser; Weight Pulling; Bobbing for Hot Dogs and more. There will be treats for our four-footed friends and prizes for the top dogs in each competition. Canine Good Citizen certification testing will be available from 2 - 4 pm.
If your Bully is a true ambassador for his breed and knows basic manners and commands ("sit," "stay," "down," come when called, meets other dogs politely and accepts petting and brushing by others), he may be a candidate for this prestigious title.
An AKC certified tester will be on-site to test your pooch if you think he is ready for the challenge. Please check http://www.akc.org/ for the specifics of this test or stop in and ask our greeter for a handout on CGC testing. Register for this event by logging on to www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. Animal Friends requests a $10 donation per person. (A donation of sturdy toy for our shelter bullies is welcome as well!)
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Sunday, September 20th 12:00 - 5:00 pm
Adams County SPCA at
Adams County Heritage Festival
Gettysburg Recreation Park
Gettysburg, PA 17325
This event features great ethic food, outstanding musical entertainment and a full afternoon of childrens'activities. There will be a number of unique craft demonstrations. The Adams SPCA will be there with an information table, raffle tickets and loving, adoptable animals hoping to find their forever families.
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Sunday, September 20th 1-4 pm
Doberman Pinscher Rescule of PA, Inc.
Annual Jamboree
Lancaster County Central
Park, Pavilion 3
E Strawberry & Chesapeake
Streets, Lancaster, PA 17608
Dobie awards, contests and tricks. Auction of Dobe-related items. Bring a covered dish – pasta, veggie, salad, or dessert. Meat, rolls, fixins, and beverages will be provided. Water and biscuits will be available for the dogs. Rain or Shine.
JAMBOREE All dogs must be on leash. Exercise pens, crates and lawn chairs are optional. Admission is free to members. Contributions are welcomed. All others, $20 annual membership fee per individual or immediate family.
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Sunday, September 20th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Rabies Clinics
First Lutheran Church
910 North Avenue
Millvale, PA 15209
In order to protect pets and people, Animal Friends hosts a series of low-cost Rabies Clinics throughout the area every summer. Pet vaccines are available for just $10 each. All dogs and cats three months of age and over will be vaccinated on a first-come, first-served basis. For safety reasons, all dogs must be on leashes and all cats in carriers.
Animal Friends encourages pet owners to protect their pets from rabies by keeping them in the house or under their supervision at all times. If you notice an animal in your yard that is behaving in an aggressive, erratic manner, report the incident to your local police or animal control agency, as it could be showing signs of rabies infection. Rabies is most commonly spread through a bite from an infected dog, cat, raccoon, fox, skunk, or bat. Left untreated, it is usually fatal. Contact Our Rabies Clinic Program at 412.847.7076 . Email rabiesclinics@thinkingoutsidethecage.org
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Sunday, September 20th 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Pet First Aid Course
Giggy Bites, Inc
100 Ridge Rd # 4
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
As pet owners we cannot call 9-1-1 for animal emergencies; your pet is relying on YOU to provide immediate and temporary care until you are able to reach a veterinarian or emergency clinic.
The Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Guide is designed to help pet owners provide temporary, urgent care to pets until they can reach a veterinarian or emergency clinic. The course will teach students to care for their animals before, during, and after an emergency. The Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Course includes coverage of: * Injury prevention and disaster preparation.
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) * Personal safety precautions to help pet owners identify and minimize risks. * A wide array of pet emergencies including bleeding and bite wounds, cardiac arrest, choking, burns, poisoning, trauma, and more. Admission: $65/person (includes book and card) For more information, please call 484-315-8120 or email jenna@iceems.com
Sunday, September 20th Start Time 2pm
Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter Inc.
1st Annual DOG WALK
Shippensburg Community Fair
10131 Possum Hollow Rd
Shippensburg, PA 17257
Don't miss our first annual DOG WALK on Sunday, September 20, at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds. Registration starts at 2 p.m. and the walk will kick off at 2:30. The event will include prizes, drawings and lots of fun! More details to come. Phone: 717-263-5791 and you can email: cvasadmin@innernet.net
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Sunday, September 20th Start Time 3:00 pm
Concert Benefit Recital
for
Community Cats Council of Philadelphia
Ethical Society Bldg
1906 S. Rittenhouse Square
Piladelphia, PA 19103
Don't miss this wonderful event featuring violinist Amy K. Leonard and pianist Saine Hsu. The music of Bach, Beethoven, de Falla, Rachmanioff and more! All proceeds going to help stray, feral and abandoned kitties. Admission $15. 00.It is only a $10.oo admission for students and seniors.
Tickets available 2:15 pm day of event and hall opens at 2:30 pm. Limited seating. A small reception will follow the recital. For more info, email info@phillycats.org
Year Round Contact for Appt.
Animal Friends’ Low-Cost Spay/Neuter (LCSN) program
Animal Friends
Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program
562 Camp Horne Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Animal Friends’ Low-Cost Spay/Neuter (LCSN) program provides financial assistance to enable local pet owners to have their pets spayed or neutered.
To participate in Animal Friends’ LCSN program, you must:
Earn $3,500 per month or less. Live in southwestern Pennsylvania. Download and completely fill out LCSN Spay/Neuter Application.Include proof of income for all adults living within the household. The cost of surgery will vary depending on income. Your information remains confidential. Mail all of the above to: Animal Friends Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Carol Whaley, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Coordinator
Animal Friends offers Project Pit Bull, which offers spays and neuters for pit bulls for just a $20 deposit. Project Pit Bull was created to address the flood of pit bulls in Pittsburgh’s animal shelters, and in response to the fact that pit bulls are bred in disproportionate numbers for dogfighting purposes.
Animal Friends will call you to schedule an appointment. If you earn $3501 or more per month, we can still help. Simply fill out a survey, and a coupon will be emailed to you.Visit website if you own a dog; if you own a cat; or for help altering a rabbit.
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Sunday, September 20th 2 pm-3 pm Eastern time
A Prayer for the Animals
-Special Blessing for the Animals by The Pet Chaplain-
~An Official Pennsylvania Week for the Animals event~
Join the Pet Chaplain Rob Gierka and those of us who would like to observe a moment of prayer for the precious animals. We are requesting prayers from 2-3 pm eastern time on Sunday, September 20, 2009. This truly is a multi-faith observance.
We can offer prayers, poems and memorials to our animal or all animals wherever we are and light a candle by doing so.
Wherever you are, if you can observe a moment for the animals who need us...that collective energy will surely grow and bring light to our cause to love, assist and help them from suffering. Please visit: http://www.petchapel.org/chaplain/
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