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December 14, 2006 |
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Dear urbanhounders,
Happy Holidays from Urbanhound.
If you're like us, now that the weather's gotten
colder the walks have gotten shorter (or nonexistent, if you're lucky
enough to have a yard). But, no matter what the weather, dogs need exercise and stimulation as much as humans do, so being housebound all winter isn't a healthy option for either of you.
Luckily Chicago has a few places where you and your companion can go to
burn off some excess energy indoors. You can take an agility or flyball class at
the Windy City K-9 Club (part of the Best Friends
Pet Care network). You can take an obedience
class from any one of a number of pet centers. Or you can even just
hang out at the new Of Mutts and
Men in Chicago, where for $3 each, you and your dog can take
advantage of pool tables, chess and television (for the people) and free
reign of the facility (for the dogs).
And even in inclement weather, nothing compares to the
unadulterated joy of a dog and freshly fallen snow. A little extra
bundling up on your part and the dog parks are
yours for the playing. Get out and enjoy, even if it's only for a little
while. Your dog will thank you.
Cheers,
Aaron
Baar
Editor, Urbanhound Chicago
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Get Tattooed for a
Cause
Friday, December 15, Noon to
Midnight
Insight Studios, 1026 N. Milwaukee, Chicago
Tattoo parlor Insight
Studios will host a weekend-long benefit for the Anti-Cruelty
Society. All proceeds from the weekend will go to the non-profit,
with a goal of raising $1,500. The event continues on Saturday and
Sunday.
Pets Like Presents
Too!
Saturday, December 16, 12:30 PM to 2:30
PM
Anti-Cruelty Society, 157 W. Grand Ave, Chicago
Make your dog a present for the holidays at the Anti-Cruelty
Society. A table will be set up for crafts such as doggy goody bags
and decorative photo frames. Pre-registration is not required.
Doggy Yoga Class
Saturday, December 16, Noon
Lakeshore Athletic Club-Illinois Center, 211 N. Stetson, Chicago
Find out what it really means to do downward-facing dog. The Lakeshore Athletic Club offers a free
45-minute class on flexibility and stretching for you and your dog. Call
312-616-1087 (ext. 280) to register.
Adoption Event
Saturday, December 16, Noon to 3
PM
Petco, 3118 N. Ashland, Chicago
Dogs from Chicago Canine
Rescue will be available for adoption.
Adoption Event
Saturday, December 16, Noon to 3 PM
Dogs from New
Leash on Life will be available for adoption at 2 locations:
4 Legs Pet Products, 3809 N. Clark, Chicago
Petco, 3046 N. Halsted, Chicago
Santa Claus is Coming to
Town
Sunday, December 17, 11 AM to 4
PM
Central Bark Doggie Day Care, 3358 N. Pulaski, Chicago
Central
Bark hosts a benefit for Chicago Canine Rescue.
For a $20 donation, you can get a photo of your pup with Santa. And
there will be hot chocolate and donuts for the humans.
Adoption Event
Sunday, December 17, Noon to 4
PM
Bloomingdale's, 376 Old
Orchard Center, Skokie
Dogs from PAWS will be
available for adoption.
D.A.W.G. Court Advocacy Meet, Greet &
Congratulate
Monday, December 18, 6 PM to 7:30
PM
18th District Police Station, 1160 N. Larabee, Chicago
Meet the Chicago Police Department's Animal Abuse Control Team and
representatives from the Dog Advisory
Work Group to learn more about court advocacy and violence
prevention. Download a flyer here. Email to register.
Santa PAWS Holiday
Celebration
Monday, December 18, 6:30 PM to 9:30
PM
Hotel Monaco, 225 N.
Wabash, Chicago
Join members of
PAWS Chicago's Professional Board in a celebration of the holidays, featuring
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a raffle and goody bags.
Dogs are welcome. Cost is $40 per person in advance; dogs attend for free. Purchase tickets online or call 773-843-4884.
Chicago's Big Fix
Thursday, December 28
Grand Crossing Park, 7655 S. Ingleside, Chicago
Chicago
Animal Care and Control's mobile low-cost spay/neuter clinic will be
offering procedures for qualified candidates. Appointments required;
call 312-747-1406 to schedule.
Adoption Event
Saturday, December 30, Noon to 3
PM
Petco, 3118 N. Ashland, Chicago
Dogs from Chicago Canine
Rescue will be available for adoption.
Pet First Aid and CPR Class
Saturday, January 6, 2007, 9 AM to 1
PM
The Anti-Cruelty Society's Education & Training Center, 169 W. Grand,
Chicago
An American Red Cross certified instructor covers first aid and CPR
techniques for both cats and dogs. Please leave your pets at home; mannequins will
be used. Email or call
312-644-8338 (ext. 344) to register.
Pet First Aid Class
Saturday, January 13, 2007, 1 PM to 4
PM
Chicago Ridge Village Hall, 10455 S. Ridgeland, Chicago Ridge
The Animal Welfare League
is holding a Pet First Aid Class that will cover everything from CPR to
seizures. Cost is $55, and
advance registration
is required.
Tired Dogs are Good
Dogs
Sunday, January 14, 2007, 1 PM to 2:30
PM
The Anti-Cruelty Society's Education & Training Center, 169 W. Grand,
Chicago
Learn how to create an exercise program for your dog, including tips on
warming up and cooling down. Sports medicine and holistic
veterinarian Dr. Julie Mayer will also discuss sports massage and
acupressure. Email or call
312-644-8338 (ext. 344) to register.
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Got a budding pet
portraitist? The Anti-Cruelty Society is holding its
first annual Animal
Expressions Young Artist contest. Children in four categories
(5-7, 8-10, 11-14, 15-18) are invited to create works based around themes including Spaying & Neutering, Adoption and Responsible
Pet Ownership. Deadline is Feb. 23, 2007. Download an entry form here.
Think your pooch is pretty?
The Heartland Animal Shelter is holding its
first annual "Make a Smile Worthwhile"
pet photo contest. Winners will
have their photos posted for a year in the shelter and on its website,
and a grand prize winner will receive a $100 gift certificate. Deadline
for the contest, which will be judged by TV newswoman Carol Marin, is
December 31.
Congratulations are in
order. Congratulations to Chicago Police Sergeant Steven
C. Brownstein, who was named the ASPCA's
Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. For the past seven years,
Brownstein has been on the CPD's Animal Abuse Control Team, helping to curb
animal cruelty and dog fighting. Also, Lucy, a 5-year-old German
Shepherd (and former Chicago stray) was named Dog of the Year for saving
the lives of her family. After smelling smoke coming from the basement
of the family's Littleton home in the middle of the night, Lucy woke the
entire family, enabling them to escape unharmed.
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