12-4 Saturday, November 7, 2009: Heurich Dog Park dedication/grand opening.
Corner of Ager Rd and Nicholson St, Hyattsville, MD.
Come and bring your dog! More than 20 groups/businesses participating: Rescues, stores, vets, trainers, photographer, dogsitter, groomer, reiki professional, organic treat makers, pet-friendly apartment bldg, Low-cost microchipping, & Snifferdog sport/search and rescue dog handler & more. Most will be available to talk w/ you between 12 and 4 at their tables.
Also, enter your dog in the art contest, or dog/person lookalike contest!
Schedule:
12 noon--Event opens.
1 p.m. Ribbon cutting and speeches: Samuel J. Parker, Jr.- Chairman, Prince George's County Planning Board; Sen Paul Pinsky; Del Justin Ross; PGC Council member Will Campos; Hyattsville Mayor Bill Gardiner; and Sara Prigan (for Park Users).
2 p.m. 15-min discussion/ Q&A on Microchipping
Jackie Threatte, Chocolate Chip Dalmatian Assistance League (CCDAL), Adelphi, MD www.metrodcdals.org
2 p.m. Holistic care options for animals (nutrition, energy work, chiropractic, acupuncture, reiki/energy work) followed by free mini-demonstrations and discussions of reiki -- Lisa Dupree, RMT IARP Reiki Master / Teacher, www.ReikiTails.com
2:15 p.m. Dog/Person Lookalike Contest--Judging! !!
2:30 p.m. Puppies 101 and Helping Rescue Dogs become responsible members of your family -- Steve Markham, Dog Trainer, Mount Rainier, MD
2:30 p.m. Breed-Specific Legislation presentation/ talk by Anne Thomas, advocate for animals in Prince George's County
3 p.m. Snifferdog sport/search and rescue dogs presentation, with Laura Totis, Mid Atlantic DOGS, a human search & rescue organization/LJT Pet Tracking/LJT Training www.ljttraining.com www.ljtpettracking.com www.snifferdogsport.com
3 p.m. [not confirmed] Reading dog food labels and (if time) Raw feeding -- Pennye Jones-Napier The Big Bad Woof, Takoma Park, DC
3:30 p.m. Dog-Created Art Contest--Judging! !!
NOTE:
Be sure to visit the table where the MNCPPC will lay out plans for future changes to the dog park. Make comments on the plans!
Also, please let us know if you want to join the dog park list serv and/or be a part of charting the course of the future of the park:
http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Heurich_Dog_Park_Hyattsville_MD/
Friday, November 6, 2009
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Yorkie lost on the Hill
Cocoa, a Yorkshire Terrier, was last seen on Monday, October 26th in Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. If you see this dog, please call Grace at 202-360-7896. Please spread the word to any contacts you may have in the area and forward to any relevant lists. Flyer below.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Lost dog near us
Crossposted from Craig's List. If you see this dog, please email the contact listed below. Information will be updated with a picture and a phone number as soon as I get it:
LOST DOG (near Hyattsville)
Date: 2009-10-29, 8:30PM EDT
Reply to: comm-7use4-1443605324@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
LOST DOG!!!! Brown, 55lb. male dog. 2-3 years old. cute face. Skittish near new people, but friendly. Is wearing a padded black collar with an extra metal clip on it and a red flea collar. He likes to explore, is a fast runner, and is very playful. He offers his paw whenever he sits. Last seen around 7:45am on October 29 in Edmonston (near Hyattsville, Bladensburg, Riverdale).
I took him in as a stray about a month ago and have gotten very attached! He opened the latch on my fence when I let him out this morning, and I haven't been able to find him. I really miss him and hope he's okay! If you see him, please let me know!!
LOST DOG (near Hyattsville)
Date: 2009-10-29, 8:30PM EDT
Reply to: comm-7use4-1443605324@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
LOST DOG!!!! Brown, 55lb. male dog. 2-3 years old. cute face. Skittish near new people, but friendly. Is wearing a padded black collar with an extra metal clip on it and a red flea collar. He likes to explore, is a fast runner, and is very playful. He offers his paw whenever he sits. Last seen around 7:45am on October 29 in Edmonston (near Hyattsville, Bladensburg, Riverdale).
I took him in as a stray about a month ago and have gotten very attached! He opened the latch on my fence when I let him out this morning, and I haven't been able to find him. I really miss him and hope he's okay! If you see him, please let me know!!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Halloween
Do you have great pics of your pets in costume? If yes--send them in and we'll post them.
Try out those costumes next Saturday, Oct. 31 at Chateau Animaux's Howl-O-Ween:
Howl-O-Ween on Capitol Hill! On Saturday, October 31, 2009, we will have our annual Canine Costume Party in Lincoln Park, 12th and East Capitol Streets, SE, sponsored! Compete for prizes in 5 fun categories: Funniest, Scariest, Best Disguise, Best Dressed and Best in Show! This year's celebrity judges will include: Patty Brosmer, President, Capitol Hill Business Improvement District (BID); James Dalpee, Executive Director, Barracks Row Main Street; and Grace Steckler, President, Saving Grace Services, Inc. No entry fee or pre-registration required. Event starts at 2 PM! Free treat bags for all canine participants!
Try out those costumes next Saturday, Oct. 31 at Chateau Animaux's Howl-O-Ween:
Howl-O-Ween on Capitol Hill! On Saturday, October 31, 2009, we will have our annual Canine Costume Party in Lincoln Park, 12th and East Capitol Streets, SE, sponsored! Compete for prizes in 5 fun categories: Funniest, Scariest, Best Disguise, Best Dressed and Best in Show! This year's celebrity judges will include: Patty Brosmer, President, Capitol Hill Business Improvement District (BID); James Dalpee, Executive Director, Barracks Row Main Street; and Grace Steckler, President, Saving Grace Services, Inc. No entry fee or pre-registration required. Event starts at 2 PM! Free treat bags for all canine participants!
Monday, October 5, 2009
Please Help Us Find A Lost Kitty Named Cosmo
Cosmo is a fairly new addition to the Adams family. He somehow escaped out the back door of his home last night, around the 2800 block of 63rd Ave (near Forest and the community center).
He's an older kitten that's about 5 months old. Cosmo has a short, black coat with big and pretty golden eyes. He's a former feral, but hasn't been outdoors in a few months. Because of this, his old instinct to hide will probably kick in. Fortunately, though he's still timid, he's a very friendly cat to those he trusts.
If you happen to see him or able to help find him, please contact Caitlin at 301 583-8716.
He's an older kitten that's about 5 months old. Cosmo has a short, black coat with big and pretty golden eyes. He's a former feral, but hasn't been outdoors in a few months. Because of this, his old instinct to hide will probably kick in. Fortunately, though he's still timid, he's a very friendly cat to those he trusts.
If you happen to see him or able to help find him, please contact Caitlin at 301 583-8716.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Heurich Park Dog Park in Hyattsville is Now Open
Thanks to a tip from our local community listserv, we now know that Prince Georges first official dog park, Heurich Dog Park is open to the public!
Located at the corner of Nicholson Street and Ager Road in Hyattsville, this park has a separate section for small dogs, bag dispensers and trash cans. Future plans include adding a shelter for shade in the large dog park, shade trees, and agility obstacles. Additionally, when the water line is brought in from Nicholson Street to serve the concession/restroom next to the future adjacent artificial turf field, a water fountain will be installed next to the dog park.
A dedication and activity fair is tentatively scheduled for November 7th. In the meantime, get your dog and check out the new park!
Located at the corner of Nicholson Street and Ager Road in Hyattsville, this park has a separate section for small dogs, bag dispensers and trash cans. Future plans include adding a shelter for shade in the large dog park, shade trees, and agility obstacles. Additionally, when the water line is brought in from Nicholson Street to serve the concession/restroom next to the future adjacent artificial turf field, a water fountain will be installed next to the dog park.
A dedication and activity fair is tentatively scheduled for November 7th. In the meantime, get your dog and check out the new park!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Blessing of the Animals at St. George's
Blessing of the Animals
October 3, 2009 at 10:00 am
St George's Episcopal Church
7010 Glenn Dale Rd
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
(301) 262-3285
www.stgeo.org
Come to St. Georges on Saturday, October 3rd, at 10:00 am for the Blessing of the Animals service, held in honor of St. Francis' Day.
If you have a furry, feathered, or scaly companion that you wish to have blessed that day, come and join us. As part of the service, we will hold a memorial for those companion animals that we have loved and lost, and we hope that you may join us for that as well.
Coffee and baked goods for both people and their companion animals will be available for sale (starting at 9:00 am) with proceeds going to PAW, a local animal rescue and adoption organization.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Handsome yellow lab--needs forever home
Hi, I'm Brody! Are you looking for a wiggly lab that just wants to snuggle? 'Cause that's me! I am a young adult yellow lab mix, and around 50 pounds. I'm being fostered in Cheverly, so come and meet me!
My foster says I am awesome! I love to get attention and we are working on "sit," "no bark," and other commands. I pick them up pretty quickly - with the yummy treats I get, how can I not? I'm a smart boy!
I get along great with other dogs. I also love to play with tennis balls - actually, if you have a pilates ball, hey, I'll pay with that, too!
I'm housebroken and cratetrained. Hey, did I tell you I am pretty close to perfect? Yep, I'm cute, too! Come meet me for yourself and you will fall in love!
My foster says I am awesome! I love to get attention and we are working on "sit," "no bark," and other commands. I pick them up pretty quickly - with the yummy treats I get, how can I not? I'm a smart boy!
I get along great with other dogs. I also love to play with tennis balls - actually, if you have a pilates ball, hey, I'll pay with that, too!
I'm housebroken and cratetrained. Hey, did I tell you I am pretty close to perfect? Yep, I'm cute, too! Come meet me for yourself and you will fall in love!
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Free Spay/Neuter, September 19-20, 2009
Free Spay/Neuter Days
September 19, 2009 - September 20, 2009
Location: Forestville, MD
Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20
Thanks to a generous grant from the Snyder Foundation for Animals, Inc. the SPCA/HS of Prince George's County, Inc. will provide free spay/neuter surgery for the pets of qualified, limited-income county residents. If your pet needs a rabies shot, you will be required to cover that cost only.
Appointment required. For more information, please call (301) 262-5625, ext. 6 or send an email to clinic@pgspca.org. See the posting here.
DIRECTIONS TO THE CLINIC:
Take the Capital Beltway (I-495/I-95) to the MD-4 North/West/Pennsylvania Ave (Exit-11B- towards Washington) and turn RIGHT onto Forestville Rd/Ritchie Rd. At the third stoplight, turn RIGHT onto D'Arcy Rd. The clinic is on the left side directly across from the OLD Prince George's County animal control facility.
September 19, 2009 - September 20, 2009
Location: Forestville, MD
Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20
Thanks to a generous grant from the Snyder Foundation for Animals, Inc. the SPCA/HS of Prince George's County, Inc. will provide free spay/neuter surgery for the pets of qualified, limited-income county residents. If your pet needs a rabies shot, you will be required to cover that cost only.
Appointment required. For more information, please call (301) 262-5625, ext. 6 or send an email to clinic@pgspca.org. See the posting here.
DIRECTIONS TO THE CLINIC:
Take the Capital Beltway (I-495/I-95) to the MD-4 North/West/Pennsylvania Ave (Exit-11B- towards Washington) and turn RIGHT onto Forestville Rd/Ritchie Rd. At the third stoplight, turn RIGHT onto D'Arcy Rd. The clinic is on the left side directly across from the OLD Prince George's County animal control facility.
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