May C lendar

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These events are currently scheduled as of our production date however please check with the event organizers to ensure they are still taking place on these dates.

Saturday, May 6

Rockland 12PM - 3PM

Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon Nachajko from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! And remember we trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimming and Ear Cleanings are available for a $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for ear cleanings. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

DOG CLUB EVENT

Sunday, May 7

Somerville

American Kennel Club Tracking Dog

Excellent Test (TDX). Hosted by On Track Agility Club of Maine. Location: North Star Dog Training School, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. Interested in learning about tracking? Come and watch AKC Judges judging the teams in the beautiful fields in Somerville. This test is an advanced tracking test for handlers and their dogs who are being tested to earn this prestigious AKC TDX title. Call Kathy at (207)691-2332 or e-mail kduhnoski@myfairpoint.net FMI.

MUTT STRUT

Saturday, May 13

Augusta

Register as a walker, register as a team, or register as a virtual walker! All monies raised will help support Kennebec Valley Humane Society’s mission to provide hope, healing and second chances to each animal that comes through their doors. There are some paw-some price incentives for top fundraisers! FMI or to register: give.pethavenlane.org/MuttStrut2023

WORKSHOP

Saturday, May 13

Augusta, 9AM – 3PM

Beginners and Beyond Beginners

Tracking Workshop with AKC Tracking Judge Carolyn Fuhrer. Benefits On Track Agility Club of Maine. Location: Viles Arboretum, Hospital St., Augusta. Annual spring workshop for beginners who want to learn the wonderful sport of tracking with their dogs. This is where it all begins. Working Teams: $175. Call Kathy at (207)691-2332 or e-mail kduhnoski@ myfairpoint.net FMI.

Saturday, May 13

Thomaston 12PM-3PM

Join PMHS staff and volunteers as we celebrate National Be Kind to Animals Week at Pope Memorial Humane Society 25 Buttermilk Lane, Thomaston. Rain or shine. Meet some furry or feathered friends, try out the “Be A Vet” station, make toys for the shelter animals, there will be games, crafts, snacks and more. No entry fees. popehumane.org

LAZY DAY NAIL TRIM CLINICS

Sunday May 14 Rockland 12PM - 2PM

Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon Nachajko from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! And remember we trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimming and Ear Cleanings are available for a $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for ear cleanings. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

TOE NAIL TUESDAY

Tuesday, May 16

Rockland, 11AM – 1PM

Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at

235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon Nachajko from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! And remember we trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimming and Ear Cleanings are available for a $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for ear cleanings. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

SPECIAL EVENT

Saturday, May 20 TBD

On Track Agility Club of Maine Tracking Certification Day. Certification tracks will be available for handlers and dogs to try to achieve AKC tracking certification. For more details and information, please contact Kathy at kduhnoski@ myfairpoint.net or call (207)691-2332.

SOUTHERN ME COASTAL CLASSIC DOG SHOWS

May 18-21

Cumberland

The Southern Maine Coastal Classic presents four days of AKC All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience and Rally Trials at the Cumberland Fairgrounds, 174 Bruce Hill Road, Cumberland, Maine. Shows run from Thursday, May 18, through Sunday, May 21, 2023, beginning at 8am each day, outdoors rain or shine. FMI visit yckc.org or Facebook: York County Kennel Club of Maine, Inc.

TSC SATURDAY MED’S AND PEDI’S

Saturday, May 20

Thomaston, 12PM – 2PM

Is your pet in need of a pedicure?

Bring them over to Tractor Supply in Thomaston and Shannon Nachajko, Director of Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! And remember we trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimming and Ear Cleanings are available for a $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for ear cleanings. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

PET FIRST AID/CPR CLASS

Sunday, May 21

North Yarmouth, ME 10AM – 3PM

Finally Finally Home Senior Dog Rescue and Retirement Home and the Maine POM (Pet Oxygen Mask) Project will benefit from this pet first aid/CPR class. Held at the N. Yarmouth Fire Dept., 463 Walnut Hill Rd. The class is $80 which covers a reference book and certificate. Funds go to purchase oxygen masks for local fire and rescue departments, as well as to Finally Home Senior Dog Rescue and Retirement Home. Class size is limited to 20 and advance reservations are necessary. Contact Laurie Dorr at 207-831-6020 or email finallyhomerrh@ gmail.com.

BARK IN THE PARK

Wednesday, May 24 Portland

Bring your dog to a Sea Dogs game 6PM – start the game with a parade around the ball field led by Slugger, then enjoy the game in the leftfield grandstand. Tickets are available at seadogs.com, or by calling 207-879-9500. Only 300 tickets available. www.milb.com

YARD SALE

Saturday, May 27*

No. Yarmouth, 9AM – 3PM

To Benefit: Finally Home Senior Dog Rescue And Retirement Home in No. Yarmouth. Where: White Pine Community Church, 94 Cumberland Rd. *Rain Date June 3rd. Come do your Christmas shopping early! Furniture, pocketbooks, baked goods, clothing, housewares, pet items, and much, much more!!!

DOG BITES from page 11 dog, can come from many places, including your dog's genes. For this reason, I encourage you to meet the parents of any dog you think about bringing home. If either parent displays fearful or timid behavior, their offspring will likely be on the fear spectrum. *

If you choose to get a rescue dog, you may not know much about their lineage and probably will not get to meet the parents. Rescues typically

To Benefit: FINALLY HOME SENIOR DOG RESCUE AND RETIREMENT HOME

Where: White Pine Community Church, 94 Cumberland Road, No. Yarmouth

When: SATURDAY, 5/27/23 @ 9 AM – 3 PM * Rain Date 06/03/23 have a rough start in life. They may have been orphaned, seldom get the socialization needed as a puppy, and may have experienced physical and emotional trauma. Shelters usually do a great job, but we can all agree that ending up in a homeless shelter would be traumatic for any person or pet. Therefore, we need to be very patient with a rescue as it may be several weeks or months before the dog feels comfortable in a new home. While a rescue dog will unlikely start a training class immediately, seeking immediate help from a credentialed professional could shorten the adjustment time. *

I recommend completing all the steps above at least one month before bringing your new dog home. Next month I will discuss what you can do if you have a dog that is reactive to people or other animals.

*Supplemental materials on this topic can be found on my blog at https://forcefreepets.com/blog/