Dog Days

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.

June 5, July 4 , August 7
Greyhound Friends of the Gulf Coast. Gulfport Meet & Greet, a Public Awareness Event held on the first Sunday of every month 1–4:00 p.m. at PetsMart in Gulfport. Volunteers will be available with information about adopting retired racing greyhounds along with our available foster dogs for prospective adopters to see. 15134 Crossroads Pkwy 228-539-9722. For more information visit www.gulfcoastgreyhounds.org

June 9, July 14, August 11
Animal Assistance League of Slidell meets every second Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at PJ’s Coffeehouse, 154 East Hall Avenue (behind Walgreen’s on Front Street). AAL is a fund-raising organization supporting the Slidell Animal Shelter. New members always welcome. Call 985-646-4629 or e-mail shelterfriends@hotmail.com for additional information. yappyhour.htm 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. 5–8 p.m. For a $10 donation to the Jefferson Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, there is fun and food for all. www.jeffersonfeed.com Jefferson Feed and Garden Center is providing the location, www.nola.com The Cellars of River Ridge provides dinner, wine and soft drinks, and www.sciencediet.com Science Diet supplies lots of pet treats. For more information, call 504-733-PETS, or fax your request to 504-734-7591

June 11
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center, 4421 Jefferson Hwy. 10–2 p.m. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right pet for your family. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

June 11
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—The Cat Practice, 1809 Magazine St. 2–4 p.m. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right kitty 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.

June 15, July 20, August 17
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

June 19, July 17, August 21
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

June 24 & June 25
Animal Magnetism: A Photo Exhibit & Art for Arf’s Sake: A Silent Auction…a weekend to benefit the Louisiana SPCA. Exhibit, Reception & Silent Auction

Animal Magnetism: A Photo Exhibit, to benefit the Louisiana SPCA. Pet lovers from throughout the metropolitan area will have a chance to win prizes by submitting their pets’ photographs at the third annual pet photography show, Animal Magnetism: A Photo Exhibit, to benefit the Louisiana SPCA. The show will take place on June 24th (6–9 p.m.) and 25th (7–10 p.m.) at Duque Art Center, 3218 Magazine St., 2nd floor. The contest is open to the public. Entries will be accepted from May 23rd–June 15th. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information entry forms.

Art for Arf’s Sake: A Photo Auction, to benefit the Louisiana SPCA. The Louisiana SPCA will auction off 10 original photographs of shelter dogs, taken by professional photographer Christy Wood. The silent auction will take place on June 24th (6–9 p.m.) and 25th (7–10 p.m.) at Duque Art Center, 3218 Magazine St., 2nd floor, during Animal Magnetism. All proceeds benefit the programs and services of the Louisiana SPCA. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

July 9
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center, 4421 Jefferson Hwy. 10–2 p.m. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right pet for your family. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

July 9th
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—The Cat Practice, 1809 Magazine St. 2–4:00. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right kitty 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.

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.

July 11
Beginner & Intermediate Dog Obedience Classes with professional trainer Pam Bellone, 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.

July 12
Beginner & Advanced I Classes with professional trainer Scott Stuntz, 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.

July 13
Intermediate & 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.

July 14
Beginner 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.

August 13
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center, 4421 Jefferson Hwy. 10–2p.m. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right pet for your family. Call 944-PETS or visit www.la-spca.org for more information.

August 13
An Adoption Affair, sponsored by the LA/SPCA—The Cat Practice, 1809 Magazine St. 2:00-4:00. LA/SPCA adoption counselors and volunteers will be on hand to help you select the right kitty 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.