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

AKC TEMPERAMENT TEST Saturday, November 5

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Somerville, 9AM & 1PM On Track Agility Club of Maine will administer two AKC Temperament tests on Saturday, November 5th at North Star Dog Training School, 252 Jones Rd., Somerville. One test will be held at 9AM and the other test at 1PM. Tests will be administered by two AKC evaluators. A dog passing both tests will earn the AKC ATT Title and a ribbon. ATT Tests are open to all purebred and mixed breed dogs. Dogs must be at least one year old. FMI call Kathy at (207)691-2332 or e-mail kduhnoski@myfairpoint.net

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC Saturday, November 5

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.

PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Saturday, November 12

Online Via Zoom, 12PM Monthly free Pet Loss Support groups hosted by Patricia Lee Rode, MA for Pope Memorial Humane Society. All are Welcome. To sign up email Patricia: patricialeerodeone@gmail.com

RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC Saturday, November 12

Rockland, 10AM – 12PM Clinic will be held at Pet Quarters in Rockland, ME 235 Camden, St. Cost: $10 per pet (cash, check or credit card accepted). For everyone’s safety, please ensure dogs are leashed and cats are in a carrier. Bring proof of prior Rabies vaccinati on. Funds raised Support Catahoula Rescue of New England a 501(c)3 Dog Rescue. For questi ons please call (207)273-1320.

PARTY FOR THE PUPS Saturday, November 12

Old Orchard Beach, 7PM – 10PM Party for the Pups benefi ts Almost Home Rescue and will be held at Dunegrass Golf Club. There will be a silent aucti on, music and dancing, 50/50 raffl e, appeti zers, desserts and a cash bar. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for ages 13-18. Visit: almosthomerescue.net 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.

AKC TD AND TDU TRACKING TESTS Sunday, November 13

Augusta, 9:30AM On Track Agility Club of Maine will host two AKC Tracking Tests at Viles Arboretum in Augusta. These two tracking tests will be held for handlers and their dogs working to achieve the AKC Tracking Dog (TD) ti tle and the AKC Tracking Dog Urban (TDU) ti tle. Interested In the exciti ng sport of tracking? Come and watch and cheer on the teams as they track human scent over vegetated and non-vegetated surfaces. FMI: Call Kathy at (207)691-2332 or e-mail kduhnoski@ myfairpoint.net

TOENAIL TUESDAY Tuesday, November 15

Rockland, 11AM – 1PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at

TRACKING WORKSHOP Saturday, November 19

Cumberland, 9AM - 3PM On Track Agility Club of Maine will host a tracking workshop with AKC Tracking Judge Carolyn Fuhrer. Suitable for all levels from beginners to those who have advanced tracking ti tles. You will leave this workshop with the tools you need to enhance your relati onship with your dog in order to have success in tracking. $175 dog/handler teams; $50 to audit. (Rain date Sunday, November 20) FMI: Call Kathy at (207)691-2332 or e-mail kduhnoski@myfairpoint.net

NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC Sunday, November 20

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.

PAWS AUCTION FOR THE ANIMALS November 25 – December 11

Online Proceeds will benefi t PAWS Adopti on Center. Hundreds of items from local businesses will be up for bid online and will include bidding packages for both large and small budgets. From a 2-night stay in an Executi ve Suite overlooking the harbor to a gift card to your loved one’s favorite local store, the PAWS online Aucti on for the Animals has something for everyone. FMI: htt ps:// www.pawsadopti on.org/aucti on-for-theanimals

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS CRAFT SHOW Saturday, November 26

Rockland, 9AM – 3PM Craft show at the Rockland Elks Club to benefi t Pope Memorial Human Society. A suggested $2 donati on is asked for at the door as a donati on to Pope Memorial Humane Society. Over 40 local arti sans, craft ers, and arti sts. FMI: popehumane.org

TINSEL & TAILS HOLIDAY GALA & SILENT AUCTION Thursday, December 1

Camden, 5:30PM Join PAWS at 16 Bay View Camden for an evening of holiday fun to celebrate with friends. This year’s event off ers complimentary wine, heavy appeti zers from Chef Andrea of 16 Bay View, music, PAWS celebrati on, and a silent aucti on with items exclusive to this event. Tickets are $100 and limited to just 75 individuals, so be sure to purchase them before they sell out. pawsadopti on.org