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Meet Manny at Dog Day Afternoon: May 14th

Dog Day Afternoon!

If you have ever considered adopting a Greyhound, you’ll have a chance to meet and greet some of the wonderful dogs that are now with the Racing Dog Rescue Project on May 14th.

This is Manny, I know it sounds like a guy’s name, but Manny is a five year old brindle female.

Manny prances like a princess on her walks, and loves chill out with people.  After racing professionally for 4 years, she’s ready to kick back and enjoy her family.  She’s not recommended to go into a household with cats, but does get along with other dogs.

Join us at Gettel Toyota in Bradenton on May 14th to meet Manny and some of the other adorable adoptable dogs that will be on site for Dog Day Afternoon.

If you already have a dog, this day is for you.  Come out and try some agility in the air-conditioned showroom, chat with a trainer, or enter your dog in the Doggy Fashion Show!   Double Bubba with be cooking up some awesome, affordable BBQ while DJ Valerie spins the tunes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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BradentonDog.com’s Weekend Scout

Great earth-friendly local companies will help you learn to conserve and live a greener lifestyle.This event is free to the public and located next to the Bradenton Farmer’s Market on Old Main Street (12th Street West) just North of Manatee Avenue in downtown Bradenton, Saturday from 8-4.

Looking for a new family member? Check out the adoptive pets at Honor Animal Rescue  this weeken from 10-1 on Saturday animal lovers can meet dogs, cats, puppies and kittens that are available now.  4951 Lorraine Road, Bradenton, FL

Gotta a doggie athlete in the house? You need to check out the FlyBall tournament where our own Barkholics are competing. 

Don’t bring your dog to this event but do bring your curiousity – flyball is a like a relay race and with the right training, your dog can join the team. Read more about Flyball here.

If you are interested in learning more about holistic care your dog, check out this weekend’s FREE seminar at Holistic for Pets in Bradenton.  Dawn Curie Thomas, DVM will  discuss Hydration:  The missing Link for Wellness for Pets.

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A Dog Day Afternoon: May 14th @Gettel Toyota

Mark your calendars now to reserve this date! BradentonDog.com and Manatee Pet Magazine have joined hands with Gettel Toyota to bring local rescue groups and shelters together with the community for a fun-filled family day.

Mark Shambour of K9 Korral, an experienced agility trainer will offer interactive agility demonstrations.  If you’ve never tried agility with your dog, this is a great way to get your feet in the ring and try it!

Positively Simple Dog Training will be on site to offer a mini-training session with question and answers.

BBQ from Double Bubba, DJ Valerie will be spinning tunes, a drawing contest for kids, cotton candy and more!

Most importantly, off-site adoption counselors will be at the ready to help you decide what kind of dog is right for your family . . . as your first dog, or to give your dog some company.

Mark the date,  come out and meet the dogs, the people who care for these pets while they are in transition.    Oh, and if you need supplies – CollarPlanet.com will be there with very cool accessories for your pooch . .

and you can check out the Doggie Placemat from RamonaLovesDogs – its a stylish, training tool for dogs about town!

Did we mention the Venza?  Toyota makes one of the most dog-friendly cars on the market today.  The Venza is an easy in and out for most pups and special accessories are available with seatbelts, ramps and barriers.

See you there!  Noon to 4:  Gettel Toyota is located at 6423 14th Street W. Bradenton

That’s US 41 between S. Palm Lane and 66th Avenue West

 

 

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Paws in Motion – Walk for A Cause!

Paws in Motion is back!  The 5th annual Walkathon to benefit the Humane Society of Manatee County will be held this Saturday April 9, 2011 on the river in beautiful downtown Bradenton.

You can register online at http://www.firstgiving.com/humanesocietymanatee and get a head start on collecting your pledges. If you raise the most money by the day of the walk, your dog will be the spokesdog for the 2012 Paws in Motion.

After the one mile walk,  the Humane Society and its partners have some fun in store for you and your dog with  entertainment and vendors.

In 2010 over 500 walkers  raised $46,000- The HSSC is looking to make this the most successful walk ever with more teams and walkers!

Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available, call 941-747-8808 x 311 or email [email protected]

There are several way to qualify, you may either pay the $25 registration fee or agree to raise $25 in pledges. If you raise $50 (including your registration fee) you will receive an official Paws in Motion t-shirt  Walkers are asked to collect pledges in advance of the Paws In Motion Walkathon.

C’mon it’s only one mile!