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NewsHound 011
May 10, 2007 |
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Dear urbanhounders,
Summer's almost here, and if you're like us, you're starting to think about vacations for you and your dog. Whether it's taking an airplane to a far-away destination, or simply getting out of town for a day, we have suggestions.
We're lucky to have several places nearby that not only accept, but encourage canine companionship. Camp Dogwood, in the suburbs, and Dog Days of Wisconsin, a little further north, both offer camping experiences, trails and lakes where dogs — and people — can play. If you're in the mood for a little more structure, head to Dog Scout Camp in St. Helen, Michigan, where pooches can earn merit badges in areas such as water safety, backpacking and obedience.
Or maybe you just want to take a day trip to enjoy the warm weather. Again, we're lucky to have several options. From suburban forest preserves to the lush 6,800-acre grounds of the U.S. Department of Energy's Fermilab to the canyons and waterfalls of Starved Rock State Park, there are ample opportunities to get away from it all without having to pack too much.
If you're considering about traveling by plane, be sure to check out our guide to air travel. We've outlined general travel tips as well as detailed information for all the major airlines. It's a must-read before any trip.
Happy vacationing.
Cheers,
Aaron Baar
Editor, urbanhound Chicago
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Mother's Day the Doggy Way
Friday, May 11, 4 PM to 9 PM
Dog-a-Holics, 904 W. Armitage, Chicago
Pet boutique Dog-a-Holics hosts a party to benefit Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation. For a $50 donation to the organization, human moms of canine "kids" can enjoy beauty services (including fresh make-up, nail polish and eyelash tinting), chair massages and canine behavior consultations along with wine, food and "muttinis." Make arrangements in advance, or just stop by the event.
Hooray fur Hollywoof!
Friday, May 11, 6 PM to 10 PM
Villa De Bruno, 19825 Stony Island Ave., Lynwood
Catch the latest in pet and human fashions at this night of 1,000 paws gala benefiting the South Suburban Humane Society. Tickets are $45 each or $400 for a table of 10. Admission includes a buffet (with a cash bar), and a silent auction, raffle and door prizes will be featured. Call 708-748-1932 to reserve a space.
Strut for Strays
Saturday, May 12, 9 AM to 11 AM
Ladd Arboretum, 2024 McCormick Blvd., Evanston
A 3-mile walk or jog to benefit the Community Animal Rescue Effort in Evanston, featuring a doggie carnival and free refreshments. Download a registration form here.
Elgin Bark in the Park
Saturday, May 12, 10 AM to 2 PM
Wing Park, 1000 Wing Street, Elgin
The Elgin Parks and Recreation Department sponsors a day for dogs with entertainment, local shelter and pet retailer booths, pet caricature artist and its 12th annual Frisbee contest. Contest registration will take place on-site at 9 AM. Entry fee is $10, with entrants getting a free flying disc.
Multi-Shelter Pet Expo
Saturday, May 12, 11 AM to 1 PM
DuPage County Animal Care and Control Shelter, 120 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton
More than 40 area animal shelters and breed-specific rescue groups will gather to offer advice, education and adoptable pets. The day will also include games and activities, like agility demos and tryouts for kids and dogs, a raffle, bake sale and races.
Adoption Event
Sunday, May 13, 12 PM to 3 PM
Whole Foods Market, 3300 N. Ashland, Chicago
Dogs from New Leash on Life will be available. This is the first of several such adoption events for New Leash on Life throughout the month. Check their events page for others.
PAWS Presentation Training
Sunday, May 13, 12 PM to 3 PM
Lurie Family Spay and Neuter Clinic, 3516 W. 26th St., Chicago
Learn from PAWS staffers how to give humane education presentations to children and adults. Materials will be included. The training session will be followed by a 2-hour practice session where the newly trained can work on setting up equipment and presenting in front of an audience. Pre-registration is required.
Adoption Event
Sunday, May 13, 12 PM to 3 PM
Macy's Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg
Dogs from PAWS will be available. This is the first of several such adoption events for PAWS throughout the month. Check their events page for others.
Adoption Event
Sunday, May 13, 12 PM to 3 PM
Wigglyville, 3337 N. Broadway, Chicago
Dogs from ARFChicago will be available. This is the first of several such adoption events for ARF Chicago throughout the month. Check their events page for others.
Puppy Love/Love Cats Fundraiser
Thursday, May 17, 7 PM to 10 PM
Trader Todd's, 3216 N. Sheffield, Chicago
A new no-kill animal shelter/adoption organization, Puppy Love-Love Cats, holds its inaugural fundraiser. The event will feature a silent auction, raffle and a "karaoke for cash" competition. Admission is $25 in advance, $30 at the door.
Elvis Meets the Beatles
Friday, May 18, 5:30 PM
The Lexington House, 7717 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills
The Animal Welfare League holds its annual fundraiser, featuring two Elvis impersonators and Beatles tribute band American English (with a special guest appearance by Steve Bobbit as Rod Stewart). Tickets are $30, and there is a cash bar, with all proceeds going to the AWL. Call 708-636-8586 ext. 227 for tickets.
Canine Film Festival
Friday, May 18, 6 PM to 9 PM
Level, 1045 N. Rush St., Chicago
Tails in the City celebrates its third anniversary with a film festival for you and your dog. Proceeds will benefit the Anti-Cruelty Society. Tickets are $35 in advance (they can be purchased at the store or online) and $40 at the door. Dogs are free. (You can submit a 2-minute video of you and your dog into competition for another $2.)
Ales for Tails
Friday, May 18, 7 PM to 10 PM
Prairie Rock Brewing Company, 137 S. Grove, Elgin
Beer tasting, live music and hors d'oeuvres to benefit the Anderson Animal Shelter. With live music by Bottoms Up. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door. Reserve a spot via e-mail.
Great American Mutt Show
Saturday, May 19, 9 AM to 5 PM
Morton West High School, 2400 Home Ave., Berwyn
Who needs purebreds? Enter your mutt in this event for mixed-breeds and rescue dogs to help raise awareness and support for no-kill animal shelters in Chicagoland. Competitions include: most musical, most macho, most distinctive markings and most creative pet trick. Spectator entry fee is $5. Prospective participants can pre-register (cost is $10).
Angels With Tails Adoption Event
Saturday, May 19, 11 AM to 2 PM
Elm Street and Lincoln Ave., Winnetka
Adoptable animals from PAWS will be on display in seven stores along Elm Street and Lincoln Avenue. For a complete list of the stores, check the organization's events page.
Beaglefest 2007
Saturday, May 19, 12 PM to 4 PM
Hinckly Park, Busse Highway and Morris St., Park Ridge
BREW Midwest (Beagle Rescue Education and Welfare) hosts its 5th annual Beaglefest, bringing Beagles and the people who love them closer together for one day. BREW items will be for sale as a fundraiser, and there will be food, drinks and a raffle. You can RSVP in advance.
See Spot Read
Saturday, May 19, 1 PM to 3 PM
Red Dog House, 2031 N. Damen Ave., Chicago,
Is your dog ready to help kids learn to read? Representatives from Sit Stay Read! will be at Red Dog House conducting mini-evaluations of dogs to see if they are candidates for this innovative program. Dogs will be evaluated on greeting behavior, walking on a loose leash, manners and reliability. In addition, a portion of the store's sales during this time will be donated to the organization.
Barks, Purrs & Laughs
Saturday, May 19, 5 PM and 8 PM
Footlik Theater at Oakton College, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines
Seven Chicago-area stand-up comedians get together to perform a benefit for the Heartland Animal Shelter in this annual event. Tickets are $15 and are available in advance.
Strut for Sammies
Sunday, May 20, 11 AM
Bemis Woods Forest Preserve, Hinsdale
A 2.5-mile walk in the woods to benefit the Northern Illinois Samoyed Assistance Building Fund. Each adult raising more than $100 will get a free T-shirt and additional prizes will be awarded for greater amounts raised. Water and snacks will be provided, and participants are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch. Pre-registration is available.
First Aid Seminar
Wednesday, May 30, 6:30 PM
Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville
Naperville Fire Department Captain and certified pet First Aid instructor Mark Ziemnik will show a video and hold an open forum discussion about the basics of first aid for your pet. Sponsored by the Naperville Area Humane Society. The event is free, but pre-registration is required.
HHS Pet Walk
Sunday June 3, 8 AM to 1 PM
Katherine Legge Memorial Park, 5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale
The Hinsdale Humane Society hosts its 18th annual fundraising pet walk for homeless animals. Registration is $25 in advance, $30 the day of the walk. Kids 13 and under are free.
C.A.R.E. Dog Wash
Saturday, June 9, 9 AM to 2 PM
C.A.R.E. Animal Shelter, 2310 Oakton, Evanston
Volunteers from the Community Animal Rescue Effort Animal Shelter will wash your dog and clip its nails for a fundraiser. Attendees are encouraged to park in the PetsMart lot near the shelter.
People and Pooch Walk
Sunday, June 10, 9 AM Registration; 10 AM Walk
Busse Woods, Grove 5, Arlington Heights Road and Busse Road, Elk Grove Village
The Almost Home Foundation and Alexian Center for Mental Health are hoping to raise $40,000 to help rescue stray animals in Chicago's northern suburbs with this 3-mile walk. It costs $25 to pre-register (by May 15), and entrants should raise another $50.
Angels With Tails Adoption Event
Sunday, June 10, 12 PM to 4 PM
Along Michigan Avenue, Chicago
Adoptable animals from PAWS will be on display in stores along Michigan Avenue in the group's 10th annual event. For a complete list of the stores, check the organization's events page.
Gays for Strays Speed Dating
Thursday, June 14, 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
The Spot, 4437 N. Broadway, Chicago
Gay men and women are invited to participate in a speed-dating event to benefit ARFHouse Chicago. Cost is $32/person and includes light appetizers, one drink and dating. Pre-registration is available, and the first 10 registrants from each gender will get an ARFHouse Chicago bag.
If there's an event you'd like us to mention in the next NewsHound, please email us.
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Chicago Ranks Last. The Humane Society has released its survey of the most humane cities in the United States, and Chicago ranked last. That's right, the Windy City was 25th of the 25 markets surveyed, in part because nearly 45 percent of all Chicago pet stores offered puppies for sale (compared with the sample average of 34 percent), and the city has too few animal advocates per capita. (Congratulations, however, to our urbanhounders in San Francisco, who live in the most humane city, according to the index.)
Putting Value on a Dog's Life. Every day now, it seems we hear of yet another lawsuit filed against pet-food manufacturers. But as we've long noted on urbanhound's Hound Law, when it comes to dogs or cats, it can be near impossible to sue for pain or suffering. Ditto for punitive damages. Now the Wall Street Journal reports a glimmer of hope: there is growing legal recognition that, yes, pets may indeed be worth something more than what we actually pay for them. Finally!
Lobby for Laws. There are two bills pending in the Illinois legislature that could use your support. One, Senate Bill 1279, would end discrimination of certain dog breeds by insurance companies. The other, House Bill 9, would allow judges to extend family protection orders to include pets. You can voice your support at the ASPCA's advocacy page, or contact your legislators directly.
Cable TV Goes to the Dogs. Animal Planet is airing three hound-related shows this month. Mondays at 8, the Monks of New Skete tackle behavior problems on Divine Canine. At 8:30, there's It's Me or the Dog, with trainer Victora Sitwell. The Crufts Dog Show (the UK's answer to Westminster) airs on Sunday, May 27 at 8 PM.
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