Pet Events in Georgia - Pets of Georgia

Pet Events in Georgia - Pets of Georgia
January 8th - "Mend-a-Heart Grief Counseling" is available through the Atlanta Human Society for those having to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. Led by a professional counselor on the second Saturday of each month at the Shelter in the administrative area at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $5.00 and no appointment is necessary.January 8th - You are invited to attend a memorial service for Evidence the Zebra at Noah's Ark on Saturday, January 8 at 1:00 p.m. The service will be held outdoors near the Welcome Center and will end with a Memorial Walk to Evidence's habitat.January 11th - Bunny 101 Classes. Calling all new adopters, previous adopters, or anyone interested in adopting or learning more about rabbit care! Our Bunny 101 class covers everything from apple branches to white vinegar. This is what you need to know to make living with a house rabbit easy, healthy and fun! Reservations required. A $5.00 donation for the class covers the cost of handout materials and a healthy treat package for your bunny. The class will be held at the North Georgia House Rabbit Society Shelter. January 13th - Animal Tales Story Time. This interactive program is geared toward preschool age children and features stories, crafts, animal friends, and more! Every child goes home with a coloring book, sticker, and a fun pet-related experience. A $2 donation per child is greatly appreciated to support the animals at the Humane Society of Hall County. Pre-registration is required.January 15th - REMEMBER ME Pet Loss Support by the Gwinnett Humane Society.Discussions of the stages of grief and its effects. Share stories and pictures about your beloved companion. Share with others who are also grieving or have experienced a similar loss in the past. Meetings will be held at 6:30pm at the GHS Adoption Center inside Discover Mills Mall in DuluthJanauary 15th - Frog Feeding at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Every Saturday at 11a.m.Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.The frogs jump into action when presented with their weekly meal and the amphibian specialist is available to answer questions about these captivating creatures.January 19th - Join us for a fun night of tunes and tapas at the Red Sky Tapas & Bar from 7:00-10:00pm. Featuring dueling pianos with Michael Renna and Ty Reynolds. 10% of all food sales will be donated to Good Mews!January 21st - Doggies on the Catwalk. Benefiting P.A.L.S. (Pets Are Loving Support). 7pm at Grady High School.January 22nd - Bunny 101 Classes. Calling all new adopters, previous adopters, or anyone interested in adopting or learning more about rabbit care! Our Bunny 101 class covers everything from apple branches to white vinegar. This is what you need to know to make living with a house rabbit easy, healthy and fun! Reservations required. A $5.00 donation for the class covers the cost of handout materials and a healthy treat package for your bunny. The class will be held at the North Georgia House Rabbit Society Shelter.Janauary 22nd - Frog Feeding at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Every Saturday at 11a.m.Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.The frogs jump into action when presented with their weekly meal and the amphibian specialist is available to answer questions about these captivating creatures.January 26th - A Celebration of Dogs. Please join us for drinks and hors d’oeuvres while viewing highlights from the Bonhams auction “Dogs in Show and Field: The Fine Art Sale”. Time: 6-8pm. Benefiting the Atlanta Humane Society.January 27th - Join us to shake off the winter blues at 3 Sheets on January 27th at 7pm. PAWS Atlanta has partnered with SNAP 2IT (Spay and Neuter Assistance Program) for this event! Admission is $15 (credit cards accepted) in advance or $20 (cash or checks only) at the door. Each admission includes a free drink ticket and nosh for the evening. Drink specials will be available throughout the event. Silent auction and raffle items are waiting to be won! All proceeds will be split equally between PAWS Atlanta and SNAP 2IT.February 5th - Frog Feeding at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Every Saturday at 11a.m.Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory lobby to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.The frogs jump into action when presented with their weekly meal and the amphibian specialist is available to answer questions about these captivating creatures.February 8th - The 2nd Annual I Love My Pet Valentine Fundraiser benefiting the Homeless Pets Foundation from 7-11PM at Marlow's Tavern, Kennesaw. Bring your favorite picture of your pet for photo contest - lots of different categories.Join us for drink specials, great food, door prizes and more!February 10th - Animal Tales Story Time. This interactive program is geared toward preschool age children and features stories, crafts, animal friends, and more! Every child goes home with a coloring book, sticker, and a fun pet-related experience. A $2 donation per child is greatly appreciated to support the animals at the Humane Society of Hall County. Pre-registration is required.February 11-13th - PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend. The three-day adoption event is Friday-Sunday in all PetSmart® stores in the U.S. Contact or visit your local PetSmart® store for participation times of local animal-welfare agencies.February 12th - "Mend-a-Heart Grief Counseling" is available through the Atlanta Human Society for those having to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. Led by a professional counselor on the second Saturday of each month at the Shelter in the administrative area at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $5.00 and no appointment is necessary.February 12th - Puttin' On The Ritz, 3rd Annual "Hearts & Dreams" Variety Show and benefit gala for the Humane Society of Cobb County. 6:30 PM at The Earl Smith Strand Theatre, MariettaFebruary 16th - "Cookies and Cakes for Cats (and Dogs)" AARF (Atlanta Animal Rescue Friends) will be hosting a bake sale at Agnes Scott College. We'll be in the Evans Dining Hall from 11:30 - 2:00. If you live in the area, please come by and get some tasty treats! We'll have enough to satisfy every sweet tooth. And the best part, every dollar raised will support AARF's foster program.February 19th- 3rd Annual Yappy Hour Blue Jeans Ball and Silent Auction from 6 to 10 pm Location: DeSoto Hilton (Downtown Savannah)February 19th - Birds of Wonder, Drop-In Family Class at the Atlanta Botanical Garden from 2 - 3 p.m. Learn about your favorite Garden birds and how they spend their winter. Mimic the creation of a nest, and attract birds to your own home by creating a natural bird feeder. Fee: $6/child plus Garden Admission (Members $5/child)February 19th - Cupids and Canines Adoption Event at Camp Bow Wow AlpharettaThe second annual Cupids & Canines celebration at 1755 Grassland Parkway in Alpharetta from 11 am to 2 pm . The event aims to raise awareness and funds for a pack of worthy canine causes, including several local rescues and Camp Bow Wow’s Bow Wow Buddies Foundation.February 24th - "HOBNOB for Hounds" at the Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern. Meet volunteers for Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue and Adoption and learn how to get involved in dog rescue. Light hors-d'ouevres will be served, cash bar. All proceeds benefit Mostly Mutts.Mar. 1-31st, Kid's Art Contest to promote "Be Kind to Animals Week"Deadline for all Artwork is March 31st. Ages K-12th are invited to join the Humane Society of Hall County as they celebrate Be Kind to Animals Week. Themes for the artwork should range from kindness to animals, pet adoptions, to wildlife conservation, and protecting endangered animals. All artists who enter will receive a Certificate of Participation, and artists who win will look forward to an awards ceremony, prizes, and having their artwork on display at the Humane Society.March 5th - "The Bully Ball" at the Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead. Come join former UGA/Chicago Bears Kicker, Kevin Butler, and other sports celebs as they help raise money for neglected English Bulldogs in the southeast. Black Tie Optional event with a seated dinner followed by elegant wine tastings hosted by The Atlanta Wine School. Special Canine Guest: "Genera", The Citadel Bulldog Mascot.March 5th - PAWS Atlanta Night at the Thrashers! PAWS Atlanta will be on-site with adoptable dogs, selling tickets for the 50/50 raffle! Purchase tickets through the PAWS site and PAWS Atlanta will receive a portion of the proceeds.March 10th - Animal Tales Story Time. This interactive program is geared toward preschool age children and features stories, crafts, animal friends, and more! Every child goes home with a coloring book, sticker, and a fun pet-related experience. A $2 donation per child is greatly appreciated to support the animals at the Humane Society of Hall County. Pre-registration is required.March 10th - Ribbon Cutting Ceremonry at the Canton Paw Park. Though this is NOT the grand opening of the park, this is the Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce. Starting promptly at 11am, ending by noon, we welcome anyone to come out and celebrate this event with us! The more, the merrier! Grand Opening is on April 16th.March 12th - "Mend-a-Heart Grief Counseling" is available through the Atlanta Human Society for those having to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. Led by a professional counselor on the second Saturday of each month at the Shelter in the administrative area at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $5.00 and no appointment is necessary.March 19th - "Dixie Disc Dog Championship" at the Cherry Blossom Festival Macon. Watch disc doggers from around the south compete in toss and fetch and freestlye. Novice division is open to the public. If your dog can catch and retrieve a frisbee, come out and give it a go!March 19th - Cornelia PetFest Cornelia, GA from 12:00 PM TO 3:00 PM. The City of Cornelia’s Better Hometown will be hosting PetFest 2011, a family friendly pet event, on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at the historic Community House in Cornelia, Georgia. The fun begins is open to any well behaved pet and their humans, or to anyone that just loves animals. Pet parade/walk at 12:30, Pets Gone Wild reptile show and petting booth, North Georgia Zoo’s Safari Show at 1:30, an on-site rabies clinic and “Ask the Vet” booth with Northeast Veterinary Hospital, AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing with Hollie Autry, Cornelia Police Department K-9 Unit demonstration with “Cobra”, silly pet contests, mobile adoptions with Saving the Animals of NE Georgia (S.A.N.G.), Habersham Humane Society, pet CPR demonstrations, raffles for great prizes,area pet vendors, kids activities and much more.March 19th - Pet Wellness and Vaccine Clinic at Riverstone Animal Hospital. Sponsored by Riverstone Animal Hospital and the Canton Paw Park Association. All proceeds benefit Canton Paw Park. Two packages offered. (Cash or Credit Only) Canine $59: Vet Exam, Heartworm Test, Fecal Test, Deworming, Rabies Vaccine, DHPP Vaccine, Kennel Cough Vaccine. Feline $39: Vet Exam, Fecal Test, Deworming, Distemper Combo Vaccine. No appointments.April 2nd - "Feathered Friends Benefit Block Party" from 10am-6pm at Red Barn, 2113 Harding Rd, Augusta. America's largest Parrot Rescue & Sanctuary is having a benefit block party hosted by Vic's Riders in Augusta. Parrot lovers and motorcycle lovers are all invited to meet the birds at the event, enjoy food, bike show, poker run and more. www.featheredfriendforever.org is home to about 800 endangered/exotic parrots of all species. Please attend or send a donation via the website. Thank you!!April 4-8th - 2011 Pet P.A.L.S. Spring Break Camp. It’s time to put your child’s knowledge to the test for a week of fun adventures, while discovering what life is like at the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia. Age: 6-11, Time: 9am-1pm, Cost: $100.April 8th - Zebra Dash 5K Fun Run at 10:00 a.m. This run is for all ages and is in memory of Evidence the zebra. The Zebra Dash will take runners and walkers through the Noah's Ark animal habitat area. Register online here. Pre-registration online or by check is $20.00. Day of the race registration is $25.00. AND if you want to sleep in, skip the run and still get the t-shirt, do the Zebra Zzzzzzz - send $35.00 as a donation (may be in honor/memory of a loved one - person or animal). Note in the feedback section that the donation is for the Zebra Zzzzzzzz.April 9th - "Mend-a-Heart Grief Counseling" is available through the Atlanta Human Society for those having to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. Led by a professional counselor on the second Saturday of each month at the Shelter in the administrative area at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $5.00 and no appointment is necessary.April 16th - Greyfest 2011 benefiting the Southeastern Greyhound Club from 11am-5pm at the Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers.April 16th - Grand Opening of the Canton Paw Park. Come join us, and bring the dogs, to celebrate the opening of the Canton Paw Park. Hope for great weather and the rest will be easy. Music, raffles, dogs, friends, pet products, our t-shirts, and more. See you there!April 15-17th - Rucker Jump Into Summer. Location = Rucker Horse & Pet, 3540 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming. Dock Diving event produced by Dixie Dock Dogs (non-profit club benefiting canine charities). All breeds invited to participate. No previous dock diving experience needed. 706-540-9395 - more infoApril 16th - Easter Egg Hunt - Hosted by the North Georgia House Rabbit Societyat The Rabbit Center 2280 Shallowford Rd, Marietta at 10am (weather permitting). $10 per child. Please RSVP as there is a 40 child limit for the event. Email Christy at 24and48fan@gmail.com or call the Rabbit Center at 678-653-7175. 5×7 pictures with live bunnies available for $10April 22nd - No Ball At All. Please join us for the No Ball At All Patron Party on Friday April 22, 2011! Sip cocktails and enjoy fabulous hors d’oeuvres in a lovely setting as you mix and mingle with other animal lovers! Benefiting the Atlanta Humane Society.April 23rd - 2nd annual Alpharetta UGA Walk4Paws at beautiful Wills Park in Alpharetta. Proceeds will go to the Arch Foundation for the University of Georgia and will benefit the Canine Pathology and Oncology departments at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine.May 7th - Pet Parade 2011. Make Tracks to Piedmont Park where thousands of paws will walk for a cause at Atlanta Humane Society’s 21st annual Pet Parade – A Walk for Animals. Come with (or without) your favorite furry friend for a morning of pet festivities!May 7th - PAWfest from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Tribble Mill Park, 2125 Tribble Mill Pkwy, Lawrenceville. Each spring, Gwinnett Humane Society hosts PAWfest, a community awareness event that strives to educate the public on pet-related issues while celebrating the human-pet bond. Events includeded are Pet-related demonstrations, including frisbee, obedience, Educational booths focused on pet health, including feeding, training, grooming, first aid, Low-cost Rabies and Microchip clinic, 3 Mile Pack Hike starts at 9:30 a.m., Our exciting Silent Auction and PAWfest Raffle, Our popular Dog Contests, Vendor and Pet Rescue booth.May 29th - Cars For Canines, 12-5 pm at Champps Americana Restaurant, 7955 North Point Parkway, in Alpharetta, GA. That's Right... This Car Show Has Gone To The Dogs! Benefiting the Canine Adoption Network. Car Show, Dog/Puppy Adoptions, Silent Auction, Raffles, Great Food at Champps, Fun for the Whole Family and a visit from some mini horses from Save The Horses!June 4th - Mutts & More Festival at the Forsythe County Fair grounds 235 Castleberry Rd. Cumming. Starts at 8:00am til 9:00pm proceeds to Humane Society of Forsyth CountyJune 4th - Pet Photography Fund Raiser benefiting the Pet Buddy Food Pantry $15 donation with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the pantry. 10-3 in Roswell.June 7th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Neither humans nor dogs pay a cover charge to attend so come join us at "One of the best patios on Peachtree St."June 11 - Southeast Pug Rescue Meet-n-Greet/Adoption Information Day and Dog Wash Fundraiser at Roswell's Red Bandanna Pet Food. SEPRA has foster pugs available for prospective adopters to meet (though no adoptions will actually take place yet), and volunteers answer questions about the breed and adoption process. Merchandise for sale, such as t-shirts, bumper stickers and more, with 100% of proceeds going directly to SEPRA. Also, for a minimum $10 donation per dog, SEPRA volunteers hand wash dirty dogs, of any breed. Red Bandanna provides shampoos, towels and other necessities, and dogs are washed in special tubs inside the store. SEPRA receives 80% of proceeds of dog washing.June 11th - "Mend-a-Heart Grief Counseling" is available through the Atlanta Human Society for those having to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. Led by a professional counselor on the second Saturday of each month at the Shelter in the administrative area at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $5.00 and no appointment is necessary.June 14th - Purrs and Wags. Benefiting the Athens Area Humane Society. An Evening of Gratitude. From 7-9pm at the Foundry Park Inn & Spa, Athens, GA. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, wine, and other beverages, door prizes, silent auction and so much more!June 14th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Neither humans nor dogs pay a cover charge to attend so come join us at "One of the best patios on Peachtree St."June 18th - Dogs & Suds Charity Dog Wash from 10am - 3pm at Piedmont BarkCould your BFF (best, furry friend) smell just a little better? Do you want to help PAWS Atlanta? If you so, we have the event just for you. Bring your BFF to Piedmont Bark (501 Amsterdam Walk) and for just $10, Panther L/L pledges will give your BFF a bath and help PAWS Atlanta at the same time!June 18th - Third annual Canton, GA Chili Cook-off to benefit dogs in need. Proceeds from this years event will go to assist The Cherokee County Humane Society. Brown Park, 161 Elizabeth StreetJune 18th - Georgia Dachshund Races 2011. Come have fun and support DREAM Dachshund Rescue!Race your doxie! Costume contest, vendor booths and so much more! !June 21st - Bunny 101 Classes. Calling all new adopters, previous adopters, or anyone interested in adopting or learning more about rabbit care! Our Bunny 101 class covers everything from apple branches to white vinegar. This is what you need to know to make living with a house rabbit easy, healthy and fun! Reservations required. A $5.00 donation for the class covers the cost of handout materials and a healthy treat package for your bunny. The class will be held at the North Georgia House Rabbit Society Shelter.June 24-25th - Noah's Ark Flashlight Safari, Locust Grove, GA - after dark tour of the animal habitat, bonfire and wiener/marshmallow roast, take a ride on the Habitat Hopper and feed the pasture animals, feed the Big Cats, and watch the alligators feed. Overnight camp - bring your tent, sleeping bags,pillows - continental breakfast provided next day. Contact Noah's Ark for more details.June 20 - 24th - Summer Horse Camp at the Rescue. From 9am-2:30pm. Contact the Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc. for more info.June 20th- "Dog Days" of Summer with the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia! From hands-on experience with our adoption animals, to crafts and activities that center around animal themes, this camp is puuurrrfect for the child that is interested in animals Campers’ ages seven to eleven are welcome to join us from 9A.M. to 3P.M. Registration fee is $150 per camper. Space is limited for these exciting camps! For further information, contact Education Department by email at kelleyuber@hsnega.org or by calling (770) 532-6617.June 21st - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Neither humans nor dogs pay a cover charge to attend so come join us at "One of the best patios on Peachtree St."June 25th - Noah's Ark Summer Arts and Craft Fair, Locust Grove.10:00am - 5:00 pm Homemade crafts and homegrown produce and produce products.June 25th - PAWS Atlanta Festival from 12pm - 4pm. Please join us for a wonderful and FUN afternoon! We will have vendors from the pet community on hand showcasing their products and services. And we’ll have loads of food, fun, music and of course, adorable animals available for adoption. Free dog training workshops will also be offered at designated times throughout the festival by the PAWS Senior Trainer. If you are even thinking about adding a new member to your family (or just like to be in the company of furry friends). Don’t miss this fun and FREE event!!June 25th - Bunny 201 Classes. Bunny 201 covers caring for your rabbit on a routine basis and ways to handle common ailments, including shutdown and bloat. In class, you will learn how to give your bunny a home health exam, take a temperature, administer fluids and oral medication and how to give injections. You will also learn what to include in a home health toolkit and learn when you can treat an illness and when professional help is needed.A $10 donation covers the cost of supplies, handouts, and a healthy treat package for your buns. You must RSVP as the class is limited to 12 participants.June 26th - Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic from 1pm - 3pm at PAWS AtlantaPlease join us at our next low cost vaccine clinic. First come, first served. No checks or bills over $20. All major credit cards accepted.June 28th - "Canine Cocktail Hour" at the Hotel Indigo. A unique experience for you to share with your beloved pet, held every Tuesday 5-8 pm. Neither humans nor dogs pay a cover charge to attend so come join us at "One of the best patios on Peachtree St."