On Friday at 6:30 p.m., residents will gather at the corner of Piedmont Avenue and Renaissance Parkway — with leashed canines in tow — for “Critical Mutts.” If it sounds similar to “Critical Mass,” the monthly cycling event where velocipede lovers take to the streets en masse, it’s because it is.

Friday’s gathering will be a moment for SoNo residents to make their case for an off-leash dog park in the area. Drinks and a dog-friendly deck at Midtown Tavern will be enjoyed after the event.

Why Should You Take A Pet First Aid Course?

There is no such thing as K-911. It is estimated that 60% of animal hospital visits are emergency in nature. Statistics show that preventable accidents are the leading cause of death among non-senior pets. 1 in 4 pets could be saved if just 1 first aid technique was applied prior to arriving at the vet. Knowing the skills and techniques of Pet First Aid can mean the difference between: Life and death, Temporary and permanent disability, Expensive veterinary bills and reasonable home care, Rapid recovery and long recuperation.

YOU COULD SAVE YOUR PET'S LIFE!

Classes are now on the calendar!
Sunday, June 28th, 2009
11:00 am to 3:00 PM

Cost is $60 per person Register Today!
Call 770-436-4346 or email Info@DogmaDogcare.com now to reserve your spot!

Dogma Dog Care
4790 Wright Drive
Smyrna GA 30082

For directions, visit their website.

In this half-day class, you will learn skills that can save your pet's life:
* How To Help Your Pet In A Medical Emergency
* How To Perform Pet CPR and Rescue Breathing
* How To Take Your Pet's Vitals
* How To Control Bleeding
* How To Confront an Injured and Aggressive Pet
* How To Properly Restrain and Muzzle Your Pet
* How To Handle a Choking Pet
* How To Induce Vomiting
* How To Treat Heatstroke and Frostbite
* How To Treat and Prevent Poisoning
* How To Treat Insect Bites and Stings
* How to put together your pet first aid kit
* What actions to take when a pet has seizures
* What conditions constitute an emergency visit to the vet

Pet Tech First Aid & Care for your pets Class is instructed by Pet Tech Instructor, Jennifer Perry, who has a BSA in Animal Health/Animal Science from UGA. Wanting to continue working with the animals she loves, Jennifer started Safe At Home Pet Sitting in 2001 and became a Pet Tech instructor in 2002.

Located 45 minutes north of Atlanta near Cartersville, 1.5 miles east of I-75 exit #285.
The GRRA™ hikers will be meeting at 10am on Sunday June 28th at the Visitor Center parking lot (next to the tennis courts. The Visitor center Parking lot is located on the left side of Red Top Mountain Road after you pass Red Top Beach Rd. and Park Marina Rd. There is a $5 dollar parking fee or a park pass is required.

We will be taking the Homestead Trail; this is a five mile hike that is moderate to slightly difficult. Half way through the hike we will stop at a little cove and let the dogs swim. Please bring plenty of water for you and your dog. Bring your camera, this is a beautiful hike. Please send any questions to hike@grra.com.

For more information, Visit Red Top Mountain State Park's website.

Address:
Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge
50 Lodge Rd SE
Cartersville , GA 30121

Kids can enjoy the dog days of summer with animal buddies and fun games.  Campers will train dogs, socialize cats, listen to exciting guest speakers, learn about what its take to help "Prepare Animals for Love and Shelter" while working behind the scenes at the Humane Society, and more!  The Humane Society of Hall County recognizes that teaching children to value animals through fun, hands-on activities promotes respect and positive attitudes for all living beings. 

Two separate weeklong sessions are available from 9AM to noon, July 6th - July 10th and July 13th - July 17th.  The camp is intended for kids age 10-12.  Cost is just $150 per Camper.

Pre-registration is required.

Contact  (770) 532-6617 or visit Humane Society of Hall County for further information.

Furkids requests the pleasure of your company at their Seventh Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, June 13, 2009
7 pm - 10:30 pm

Maggiano's Little Italy Buckhead
Map

Dinner Buffet
Two complimentary glasses of beer or wine
Giant Silent Auction

AMAZING AUCTION ITEMS TO INCLUDE:

AirTran Tickets, Diamond Earrings and other Jewelry, Dining and Spa Gift Certificates, Pet Related Items, Home Accessories, Designer Handbags, Tickets to Local Attractions, Gift Baskets, Original Artwork. Plus a Furkids stimulus table of $1 minimum bid items.

Go to  www.furkids.org to purchase tickets or to make a donation.
All reservations will be held at the door.

For additional information, please contact 770-613-0880 · info@furkids.org

Proceeds from this year's event will go toward expanding the shelter and operating the spay/neuter clinic on a full time basis. Thank you for your generous support

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