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The following lists contain information that has been sent in by the sponsors of events or other people who are aware of the event. We do not verify all information on these pages. Please call the sponsors or go to the sponsors website to verify all information.
 


Binbrook
Rocket Relay "Blast Off"
August 10, 2007

Glanbrook Arena
Binbrook, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:Rocket Relay Flyball tournament. Also included for the event are Jack Russel Races and DOCKDOGS! Bring your dog and try your hand at these fun dog sports!




Burlington
Top Dogs & Trails of Tales
June 3, 2007
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Joseph Brant Museum
Burlington, ON L7S 1C5
Phone:905-634-3556
Map
Comments:Attention dog owners and dog lovers! Grab a leash and join the Lions Club and Joseph Brant Museum in this dog day of summer! Come out to support the Burlington Lions in the Purina Walk For Dog Guides. Enjoy live entertainment, including special performances and demonstrations. Learn about the many roles dogs have played alongside humankind. Eat at the gourmet hot dog bar and make a pooch-style craft. A great day to make new friends.




Grimsby
The Mutt Show
June 27, 2007
7-9pm
Coronation Park
Grimsby, ON
Phone:
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Comments:A free family-event presented by the Town of Grimsby & Grimsby Animal Hospital. Come early to register for the following catagories:
-best dog trick (adult/child)
-longest tail
-curliest tail
-longest and shortest legs
-fastest wagging tail
-fluffiest coat
-most unique
-best look-a-like
-best dog in costume

Come to participate or just to watch. This is a fun orientated contest with GREAT prizes and lots of laughs! For more information, call the Town of Grimsby at 905-945-1288.




Hamilton
Rocket Relay Blast Off
August 10, 2007
8:00am
4300 Binbrook rd E
Hamilton, ON L8R3L4
Phone:905-336-7814
Map
Comments:We are happy to announce that the 12th annual "Blast Off" will again, be hosted by Rocket Relay Flyball Team. The event will include a flyball tournament, Dockdogs, Agility, Terrier racing and a Disc Dog trial. In addition to the dog sports there will also be entertainment, food, and shopping, for dogs and their people.




Kingston
Canine Federation of Canada Dog show
June 23, 2007
8am

Kingston, ON
Phone:
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Comments:THE CANINE FEDERATION OF CANADA
WILL BE HOSTING THEIR FIRST ONTARIO SHOW IN
BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC KINGSTON!!
JUNE 23 & 24 2007
Memorial Centre Kingston, Ontario, Canada
All FCI recognized breeds eligible for 4 Conformation shows. All dogs Judged and critiqued by FCI judges.
See if your breed is recognized at www.fci.be
There will be Specialties, Vendors, all breed events and more
HUGE OUTDOOR VENUE WITH LOTS OF SPACE FOR RVS, VENDORS, AND EXHIBITOR SETUPS.
CONTACT US ?
- If you are vendor and would like booth space
- If you would like to make a donation or become a show sponsor
- If you would like to volunteer to help organize or assist at the show (ring stewards ,ticket sales etc)
- If your organization would like to hold a breed/group Specialty
Visit the CFC website for more info
www.caninecanada.ca OR CALL 613-547-8198




MACTIER
CAMP DOGWOOD NORTH
September 22, 2005

CNIB Lake Joseph Centre Mactier
MACTIER, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:An annual vacation/training weekend with your pet. Learn about new dog activities/sports. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, wonderful meals, entertaining, and thought-provoking guest speaksers. An all inclusive weekend away only $295.00 per person Great value for the dollar




Milton
Giant Schnauzer Fun Day 2006
June 10, 2006
noon to 4pm
Hornby Park
Milton, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:A day of fun and fund raising for Giant Schnauzer Assistance Canada. A new group formed to assist Giants requiring expensive surgery. Both Rescue Giants and the Family Companion Giant will benefit from this group.
Join us for games, door prizes, draws, auction and a BBQ. Our Fun Day in 2005 was a huge success.



Milton
1st ANNUAL BRT FUN DAY
July 22, 2006
noon till 4 pm
Hornby park
Milton, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:BRT FUN DAY is a fun and funraising event to lay the ground work for the breed rescue and recognition of the BRT by CKC.
We have many fun events, games, contests , correction match, CGCtest, Doggy rides for kids shcedualed. Please join us to help us to raise money and have fun. Info at 519-473-9939 jean@midnightsolo.com or visit news page on www.midnightsolo.com



Milton
Black Russian Terrier 2nd Annual FUN DAY
May 5, 2007
noon till 5 pm
Hornby Park
Milton, ON
Phone:519-473-9939
Map
Comments:Come and meet this Magnifiicent rare breed dogs, help us to raise money for BRT rescue and breed recognition. Join us for planned events: Obedience Fun Match,Fun Rally O novice course, Protection ready Test, CGC - open to all breeds of dog. BRT "powered" doggie cart-rides for kids. Fun Pet tricks, door proizes, auction and much more.



Milton
3rd Annual Giant Schnauzer Grand Slam
June 2, 2007
12 noon to 4pm
Hornby Park
Milton, ON
Phone:
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Comments:A day packed full of fun, to raise money for Giant Schnauzers needing expensive surgery! An auction, games, races, sales and a whole lot of great people and dogs. Wonderful prizes have been donated by several companies also. There will be demonstrations like grooming, bikejoring, scootering and carting to name a few.



Navan and Manotick
The Big Sit - Guiness World Record Attempt
May 14, 2006
registration: 1000 AM event: 12:00 noon

Navan and Manotick, ON
Phone:
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Comments:The Ottawa Valley Search and Rescue Dog Association www.ovsarda.on.ca will be hosting a world record attempt for the biggest Dog Stay ever!

The Big Sit will take place at noon on Sunday, May 14th. Registration is open at 10:00 AM. Dogs and handlers from the community are urged to come and join in, by being part of a simultaneous 2 minute Stay. The current world record is 514 dogs, so we'll need a lot of help if we are to surpass it!

This event will be held in 2 locations simultaneously
1. At the Navan Fairgrounds in conjunction with an all-day flyball and disc dog tournament, hosted by Flyball Insanity www.flyballinsanity.com and
2. At the Manotick Arena in conjunction with the Bytown Dog Obedience Club Obedience trials http://www.bytowndogobedience.org

The Big Sit is a fundraising event for OVSARDA, a registered charity. More information is available on our website at www.ovsarda.on.ca, or by calling us at 834-9896.





Oakville
Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides Open House
September 17, 2005
10am - 2pm
152 Wilson Street
Oakville, ON L6J 5E8
Phone:1-800-768-3030
Map
Comments:The Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides will be hosting a Fall Open House at their Oakville training facility. Tours, demonstrations, and a pizza lunch provided by Pizza Delight will be topped off by a fabulous Silent Auction. This family oriented, fun-filled day provides visitors a great opportunity to see Dog Guides at work and a chance to meet future Dog Guide puppies.

The Open House runs from 10am to 2pm at the Sir James Dunn Dog Guide Training Centre at 152 Wilson Street (corner of Kerr and Rebecca Streets). For more information, please call 1-800-768-3030.



Oakville
Purina Walk for Dog Guides
September 24, 2005
Registration 12pm, Walk 1pm
152 Wilson Street
Oakville, ON L6J 5E8
Phone:1-800-768-3030
Map
Comments:Purina Walk for Dog Guides! Saturday, September 24, 2005 at Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides in Oakville, Ontario. Walks are being held in over 100 communities across Canada. For more info and to start collecting pledges today, visit www.purinawalkfordogguides.com.



Oakville
Pet Pics with St. Nick
November 12, 2005
10am-2pm
Lions Foundation of Canada, 152 Wilson Street in Oakville
Oakville, ON L6J5E8
Phone:905.842.2891
Map
Comments:Have your pet's photo taken with Santa Claus!
On Saturday, November 12, 2005 from 10am-2pm, pet owners along with their furry friends are welcome to come down to 152 Wilson Street in Oakville. Photos are $10 with proceeds towards Lions Foundation of Canada. Have your pet's photo taken with Santa, meet Dog Guide trainers for some helpful hints, learn more about fostering a puppy, and enjoy holiday shopping from the Dog Guides gift shop. For more info, please call 905.842.2891. Happy holidays from Dog Guides!



Port Perry
Dog Days of Scugog
July 21, 2007
9-4

Port Perry, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:An all dogs weekend! Special events including disc dog, breeders row, superdog idol contest and DOCKDOGS! Bring your dog and join in the fun!




St. Catharines
Niagara DogFest
July 28, 2007
9:30 am to 4:30 pm

St. Catharines, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:EVERYTHING TO DO WITH DOGS! The 3rd Annual Niagara DogFest takes place on Saturday, July 28th, 2007 at the Merritton Community Centre. Over 60 Vendors and Exhibitors from all over Southern Ontario. Free Goodie Bags (while supplies last), Free Draws, Doggie Fashion Show, Seminars and Demonstrations, Dog Breeds of the World Show and much more.



St. Catharines
Niagara DogFest
July 26, 2008
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
7 Park Avenue
St. Catharines, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:Welcome to the 4th annual NIAGARA DOGFEST. Come see Vendors and Exhibitors from the Pet Industry as well as Demonstrations, Speakers, Contests and Free Draws. Watch our Parade of Breeds show and Doggie Fashion show. Admission $3.00. Children under 12 free.
For more information see www.niagaradogfest.com.



Toronto
Ongoing Obedience Classes in the Greater Toronto Area
January 1, 2006
7:00, 7:45, 8:30 on MOndays/Wednesdays
Zion Cultural Community Centre
Toronto, ON
Phone:416-222-4109
Map
Comments:We are a not-for-profit dog training club providing classes to the public and their dogs. We have been operating for over 30 years. We offer three sessions per year: winter, spring and fall. Our fully matted, indoor facility offers free parking.



Toronto
HMV 333 Yonge St. Goes to the Dogs this Tuesday!
March 4, 2006
9:30am - 12:00pm
HMV 333 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M5B 1R7
Phone:
Map
Comments:HMV 333 Yonge St. Goes to the Dogs this Tuesday!
In Support of the Ontario SPCA
Celebrating the release of
101 DALMATIANS: 2-DISC PLATINUM EDITION

Tuesday March 4th at 10:00 AM



Toronto
Christmas Cocktail Party for Dogs and their human companions
December 2, 2007
2:30PM to 6:30PM
Novotel Toronto Centre, 45 The Esplanade
Toronto, ON M5E 1W2
Phone:416-726-5762
Map
Comments:Fundraising Event for the Animals

ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals is holding their second annual Christmas Party on Sunday, December 2nd at the Novotel Toronto Centre
45 The Esplanade
From 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Come to spend a pleasant afternoon and to help the animals!
Bring your well-behaved dog!!!

Dave Devall of CTV is emceeing the event

And will feature:
Live entertainment with a chamber piano and string quartet
Dog Fashion Show with wonderful prizes for the winners
Pictures with Santa
Free massage for the dogs by Corina Grecu, licensed massage therapist for small animals
Free manicure and nail polishing for the dogs by dog aestheticians
Agility demonstration (your dog can join in)
Extraordinary participation of Rochelle Gai Rodney, a well known animal communicator who will do readings of your present or deceased pets
Gourmet appetizers and cash bar for the human companions
Assorted natural treats and Muttini cocktails for dogs
Silent Auction of sport memorabilia and art works of Canadian artists, such as Barry McKay and Michael Pape

All proceeds go to the stray, abused and abandoned animals rescued by
ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals

Tickets are $55.00. Advance sale only.
Dogs come for free limit one dog per person
Call 416 726 5762


Claudia Vecchio
Volunteer Chairperson
ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals
www.orarescue.org






Toronto
Dog Christmas Cocktail Party
December 2, 2007
2:30PM to 6:30PM
Novotel (Downtown) 45 The Esplanade
Toronto, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals is holding their second annual Christmas Party on
Sunday, December 2nd at the
Novotel Toronto Centre
45 The Esplanade
From 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Come to spend a pleasant afternoon and to help the animals!
Bring your well-behaved dog!!!

Dave Devall of CTV is emceeing the event
And will feature:
Ø Live entertainment with a chamber piano and string quartet
Ø Dog Fashion Show with wonderful prizes for the winners
Ø Pictures with Santa
Ø Free massage for the dogs by Corina Grecu, licensed massage therapist for small animals
Ø Free manicure and nail polishing for the dogs by dog aestheticians
Ø Agility demonstration (your dog can join in)
Ø Extraordinary participation of Rochelle Gai Rodney, a well known animal communicator who will do readings of your present or deceased pets
Ø Gourmet appetizers and cash bar for the human companions
Ø Assorted natural treats and Muttini cocktails for dogs
Ø Silent Auction of sport memorabilia and art works of Canadian artists, such as Barry McKay and Michael Pape

Tickets are $55.00. Advance sale only.
Dogs come for free limit one dog per person
Call 416-726-5762 or 416-726-8895

All proceeds go to the stray, abused and abandoned animals rescued by
ORA-Organization for the Rescue of Animals
www.orarescue.org



Vaughan
2nd Annual All Breed Fun Day
October 1, 2005
10am-3pm
Boyd Conservation Area
Vaughan, ON
Phone:
Map
Comments:Jack Russell Terrier Rescue Ontario will be organizing and hosting this fun filled day for all breeds of dogs, large and small. The day will happen rain or shine :) Events running are JRT racing and go-to-ground; all breeds will able able to participate in agility and lure coursing. Purchase pizza, pop and water for lunch. $15 gets you an unlimited pass for all events, or $5 for a single event.





 

 


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