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To submit or get more information on the events below, go online to downeastdognews.com These events are currently scheduled for April as of our production date however please check with the event organizers to ensure they are still taking place on these dates.

DASH FOR DOGS 5K/STRUTT

YOUR MUTT DOG WALK Sunday, May 1

Lewiston, 9AM - 11AM Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Ave, Lewiston, ME. GAHS is going to the dogs! Join us for the return of our annual Dash for Dogs 5K and Strutt Your Mutt Dog Walk and help out needy dogs in our community and beyond. FMI: gahumane.org

KID'S DAY Saturday, May 7

Thomaston, 12PM – 3PM Join us as we celebrate 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

LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC

Wed, May 11 – Fri, May 13

Ellsworth, 7AM – 9AM Ellsworth Elks Lodge, 317 High St, Ellsworth, ME. Our low-cost spay/ neuter clinic is BACK. Meant to help members of the community have accessible and affordable means of spaying and neutering your pets, we have options to help you whether you can pay the full amount, receive assistance, or need our grantors to cover the difference. FMI: spcahancockcounty.org

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC Saturday, May 7

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 from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are $10.00 each or a combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to the rescue.

TRACKING DOG EXCELLENT TEST (TDX) Sunday, May 8

Somerville, 9AM On Track Agility Club of Maine is holding an AKC Tracking Dog Excellent Test in Somerville, ME at the headquarters, North Star Dog Training School, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. Interested in learning about what a test is all about? Come and watch! Watch these talented teams run a challenging Tracking Dog Excellent track with the goal of earning the very prestigious TDX title! Come and cheer them on and see what tracking is all about. FMI: Kathy, (207)691-2332

TRACKING WORKSHOP Saturday, May 14

Somerville, 9AM – 3PM On Track Agility Club of Maine presents AKC Tracking Judge, Carolyn Fuhrer and the Beginners and Beyond Beginners Tracking Workshop! Held at North Star Dog Training, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. This annual workshop is the one to attend if you are interested in learning about tracking with your dog! All proceeds to OTAC to support their tracking program. $125 dog/handler teams. Don't wait - this one always fills and you don't want to miss out - THE best beginners workshop anywhere!! FMI or to register, call Kathy at (207)691-2332.

PET WELLNESS CLINIC Saturday, May 14

Turner, 11 AM – 2 PM Turner Fire Department, 19 General Turner Hill Rd, Turner, ME. Times are tough these days. We understand many of our community members are experiencing financial hardship and need some help to keep their pets happy and healthy. Join us for a vaccine and microchip. FMI: gahumane.org

NAIL CLIPPING CLINIC Saturday, May 14

Waterville, 10AM – 12PM Waterville Loyal Biscuit Co., 109 Main Street. For $10 per pet, you can have your pet's nails trimmed and all proceeds will be donated to Charley’s Strays! No appointment necessary. In order to ensure a safe environment for all of our customers, please note: Nail trims will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Nail clipping customers will be asked to wait outside the front entrance of the store for their turn. An employee will call you in! loyalbiscuit.com

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC Sunday, May 15

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 from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are $10.00 each or a combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to the rescue.

TOENAIL TUESDAY Tuesday, May 17

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 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 Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are available for $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

SOUTHERN MAINE COASTAL CLASSIC

Thurs, May 19 – Sun, May 22

Cumberland, Starts 8AM Maine’s largest canine event, the Southern Maine Coastal Classic, returns with four days of AKC All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience and Rally Trials at its new location, the Cumberland Fairgrounds, 174 Bruce Hill Road, Cumberland, Maine. Rain or shine.

MUTT STRUT Saturday, May 21

Augusta, 10 AM Kennebec Valley Humane Society’s 29th Annual Mutt Strut. Youth Memorial Park & Buker Community Fields. Join a community of animal lovers and make a major difference for our small, heartdriven organization and for the many four (and two!) legged friends we care for throughout the year. FMI: pethavelane.org

NAIL CLIPPING CLINIC Saturday, May 21

Brewer, 10AM – 12PM Brewer Loyal Biscuit Co., 421 Wilson Street. For $10 per pet, you can have your pet's nails trimmed and all proceeds will be donated to Old Dogs New Digs! No appointment necessary. In order to ensure a safe environment for all of our customers, please note: Nail trims will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Nail clipping customers will be asked to wait outside the front entrance of the store for their turn. An employee will call you in! loyalbiscuit.com

IN THE KITCHEN WITH KEVIN Sunday, May 22

Online, 7PM The next Loyal Biscuit Facebook segment, “In the Kitchen with Kevin” will air on Sunday May 22nd at 7pm. Heidi and Kevin (pug) will be creating their next yummy treat. Visit the website for upcoming dates/recipes as well as past recipes. https://www. loyalbiscuit.com/in-the-kitchen-withkevin

FOLLOW UP TRACKING WORKSHOP Saturday, May 28

Somerville, 9AM – 1PM For those who attended the Beginners and Beyond Beginners Tracking Workshop with Carolyn Fuhrer on May 14 and for other tracking students who want to continue to pursue the goal of tracking with their dog. Individual instruction based on the needs of those who attend. Held at North Star Dog Training, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. To register, call Kathy at (207)691-2332.

PLANT SALE Sunday, May 29

Arundel, 9AM – 2PM To benefit Lucky Pup Rescue. Location: Sharon Arnold Lux School of Dance, 1048 Portland, Rd., Arundel. Our 1st ever outdoor sale of all things plants – garden flowers, veggies, fruits, seeds and more! FMI: luckypuprescue.org