Every dog has his day and the social events coordinators at Urban Dog don’t want you to miss a single one. If you have an event scheduled, please contact us with the information so we can list it.

Thru December 21
LA/SPCA Holiday Pet Photos at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. December 6th, 13th & 20th from 10:00-5:00; December 7th, 14th & 21st from Noon– 4:30; December 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th & 18th from 3:00–7:30. Give a special gift of love. Receive six, 4 x 6 color photos of you, your pet/or family, plus negatives for reproducing your favorite shots. Two scenes to choose from. All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Louisiana SPCA. Also shop at the LA/SPCA Holiday Boutique for unique gift items. Call 944-7445, ext. 216 for more information and reservations or visit www.la-spca.org.

December 11, January 8, February 12
Yappy HourTM wine and snacks for you held the 2nd Thursday of every month; treats for your dog at Jefferson Feed, Pet and Garden Center, 4421 Jefferson Highway at Central Ave. 5 p.m.– 8 p.m. For a $10 donation to the Jefferson Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, there is fun and food for all. Jefferson Feed and Garden Center is providing the location, The Cellars of River Ridge provides dinner, wine and soft drinks, and Science Diet supplies lots of pet treats. For more information, call 504-733-PETS, or fax your request to 504-734-7591

December 13, January 10, February 14
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA will be held at Jefferson Feed Pet & Garden Center, located at 4421 Jefferson Hwy, from 10:00-2:00. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right pet for your family. A variety of shapes, colors and sizes of four-legged friends eager to find a new home will be available for adoption. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

December 17, January 21, February 18
Yappy Hour, a Social Event for Dogs and their Humans held the third Wednesday of every month 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Three Dog Bakery. Admission is free. Attendees (humans and dogs alike) are given snacks, beverages and a 10% discount on all purchases. 827 Royal St. 504-525-2253

December 20, 21 & 24
“It’s a Wrap” at Borders Books & Music, 3131 Veterans Blvd., 10:00 a.m. ‘til closing. Let the LA/SPCA wrap your last minute Holiday purchases. Help the animals at the LA/SPCA and get your gifts wrapped at the same time. Call 944-7445, ext. 217 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

December 21
Riverlands SPCA Adoption Day and Santa Claws fundraiser. PetsMart in the Elmwood Shopping Center, 1000 S. Clearview Dr. Harahan. Santa Pictures & Adoptions 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. Come with your beloved pet or your children and take a picture with Santa. Proceeds benefit the Riverlands SPCA and their many programs.

December 21, January 18, February 15
Greyhound Friends of the Gulf Coast. New Orleans Meet & Greet, a Public Awareness Event held on the third Sunday of every month 1:00-4:00 p.m. at PetsMart in Harahan. Volunteers will be available with information about adopting retired racing greyhounds along with our available foster dogs for prospective adopters to see. 100 S. Clearview Pkwy 504-733-2016 For more information visit www.gulfcoastgreyhounds.org

January 10
Beginner & Intermediate Dog Obedience Classes with professional trainer Scott Stuntz, sponsored by the LA/SPCA. Six weeks of instruction, INDOORS, on Saturday mornings at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. Call 944-7445, ext. 267 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information. Pre-registration is required, space is very limited.

January 12
Beginner & Intermediate Dog Obedience Classes with professional trainer Scott Stuntz, sponsored by the LA/SPCA. Six weeks of instruction, INDOORS, on Monday evenings at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. Call 944-7445, ext. 267 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information. Pre-registration is required, space is very limited.

January 13
Beginner Dog Obedience Classes with professional trainer Pam Bellone, sponsored by the LA/SPCA. Six weeks of instruction, INDOORS on Tuesday evenings at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. Call 944-7445, ext. 267 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information. Pre-registration is required, space is very limited.

January 14
Advanced I Dog Obedience & Agility for Fun Classes with professional trainer Scott Stuntz, sponsored by the LA/SPCA. Six weeks of instruction, INDOORS, on Wednesday evenings at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. Call 944-7445, ext. 267 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information. Pre-registration is required, space is very limited.

January 15
Beginner & Intermediate Dog Obedience Classes with professional trainer Pam Bellone, sponsored by the
LA/SPCA. Six weeks of instruction, INDOORS, on Thursday evenings at Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center. Call 944-7445, ext. 267 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information. Pre-registration is required, space is very limited.

January 17
Riverlands SPCA Adoption Day. PetsMart, 1000 S. Clearview Dr., in Harahan (Elmwood Shopping Center) Noon–4 p.m Come and adopt or volunteer. For information, call: 985-652-SPCA (11a.m. to 5p.m.)

January 17, February 14
Schnauzer Rescue Fun Walks 9:00 am corner of Canal Blvd and Harrison Avenue, and walk for 30-40 minutes. Come with your favorite Schnauzer. No fee. Come out or call Colleen at 504-482-6857, or colleenmooney@yahoo.com for more info.

January 24
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA will be held at Clearview Mall (center court), located at 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., from 10:00–2:00. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right pet for your family. A variety of shapes, colors and sizes of four-legged friends eager to find a new home will be available for adoption. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

February 7
Barkus Ball! Barkin’ Up The Ritz Ball is the dog lover’s signal that the Mardi Gras Carnival season has truly begun. The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, 8pm-midnight. Tickets $80/each and include full bar, sumptuous edibles, and entertainment. Reserved tables of 10/ $1500 include additional amenities. Barkin’ Up The Ritz is for humans only (except for the King and Queen of Barkus). Black-tie optional. Costumes-encouraged. Tickets are available online at www.barkus.org, or at door night of event.

February 15
The 12th Annual Krewe of Barkus parade. This year’s theme is “Fistful of Collars”. Pooches and their human escorts are encouraged to dress as their favorite Western Hero(ine). The party begins at 10:30 at Armstrong Park. The parade will roll past the VIP/Celebrity viewing stand at St. Ann & Dauphine and will continue its 15-block route through the French Quarter and back to Armstrong Park. Registrations are limited to 1,500 and will be accepted through the day of the parade. Get registration information online at www.barkus.org or call 504-581-BARK.

Help The Animals…You Might Drive Away in a New BMW! Southern Animal Foundation (SAF) is raffling a new, never-owned, 2003 BMW 3 series (white, black interior, fully equipped) to raise funds for their shelter and clinic. Only 2,000 tickets will be sold at $50 each. Winner will be drawn onstage Sunday, Feb. 15 at the Barkus Pawtuy, Armstrong Park. Proceeds benefit Southern Animal Foundation. Non-winning tickets are tax deductible as a charitable donation. For tickets call or visit SAF, 1823 Magazine St., 671-8235;
www.southernanimalfoundation.org.

March 7
The 23rd Annual LA/SPCA Dog Day Afternoon—held at Audubon Park, features a walk/jog around the park, crazy pet tricks, Frisbee catch & a people-pet-look-alike contest. A Food Court, showcasing local festival-foods, Canine Good Citizen testing by The Visiting Pet Program, carnival games and live music round out the day. The fun starts at 10:30 a.m. Call 944-7445, ext. 216 or visit www.la-spca.org for more information or event registration.