PET EVENTS - June 2008

Summer is almost here and with the warm weather come a ton of amazingly entertaining dog friendly events. So grab the leash and go have some fun with your pup!

Sunday June 1, 2008

NEW LEASH ON LIFE PRESENTS: NUTS FOR MUTTS
TIME: 8:30am-5:30pm
LOCATION: Pierce College - Shepard Stadium, 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91371
TICKET PRICE: Adults $10, Kids 12 - 3 are $5, Kids under 3 are free and Dogs are $5
INFO: Nuts for Mutts is an annual dog show and pet fair celebrating the best of the mutt. Hosted by Kim Basinger, Nuts for Mutts is a series of competitions showcasing common but incredible dogs. These mixed breed dogs strut their stuff in front of a panel of celebrity judges in categories such as “Fastest Mutt,” “Most Ear-resistible Ears,” and “Most Toy/Ball Crazy” in order to compete for the prestigious “Best in Show.” All friendly dogs welcome even if they are not competing!

* This event is right in Polka Dot Pups neck of the woods so come and watch our corespondent Vixen strut her stuff! To learn more about Nuts for Mutts, visit www.nutsformutts.org/

Saturday June 28, 2008

3RD ANNUAL LOEWS CORONADO BAY RESORT SURF DOG COMPETITION
LOCATION: 4000 Coronado Bay Road, Coronado, California 92118
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Optional surfing lessons by the Coronado Surfing Academy for less experienced canines
11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Heat One: Small Surf Dogs (40 pounds and under)11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Heat Two: Large Surf Dogs (41 pounds and over)
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Heat Three: Tandem Surfing for Surf Dogs & Owners
1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Furry fashion show with doggie couture by Lucky Dog Boutique
1:45 p.m. to 2 p.m. Awards ceremony
COMPETITION FEES: $45 for Heats One & Two, $50 for Heat Three (if registered by June 27). Attendance is free. All proceeds will be donated.
To register for the event, fill out the registration form

* You can't beat this surf side event! Enjoy the sun and surf, puppy portraits, mutt massages, goody bags and a variety of burgers, dogs and snacks prepared by the talented Chefs of Loews. All proceeds will benefit Loews Coronado Bay Resort’s Good Neighbor Council. To learn more about Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition, go to Loews Surf Dog.


Do you have a pet friendly event in your area? We would love to hear about it! Please send the event info to polkadotpupblog@aol.com

Pet Inspired Father's Day Guide

On June 15th, pets everywhere will be wagging their tails double time to celebrate Father's Day! Doggie dads sure deserve it because who is more dedicated to playing hard, sneaking treats and going for long drives with the windows down?

That's why Polka Dot Pup has compiled an assortment of pet inspired gifts that pups can give to their pa's to let them know their the best darn buddies around!

See more of my Feline and Fido Father's Day Guide list at ThisNext.

PET EVENTS - Paws in Motion

If you are in the LA area this weekend why not stop by the Paws in Motion event for a FREE dog mobility screening?

Bring your pet down and for FREE you can participate in activities such as the "One Paw After The Other" Exam, "Pawsitive Stretching" Technique Classes and "Watch Our Paws Go" Rehabilitation Demonstrations.

Whether your pet is a young pup or a senior that thinks their a pup, this is a great way to spend quality time with your dog and learn important ways to keep your pet healthy inside and out. Oh and did I mention this event is FREE to attend and you get a FREE mini-evaluation and CARE-package? Just thought I would throw it out there.

EVENT: "PAWS IN MOTION"
DATE: Saturday, May 17th, 2008
TIME: 8am-1pm
LOCATION: California Animal Rehabilitation
3200 Olympic Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 998-2273
Onsite parking is free!

To learn more about the event and the CARE organization, visit -

KTLA 5 Morning News - Paws in Motion Event
Cal Animal Rehab



Do you have an exciting and educational pet event coming up in your area? We would love to hear about it and post a link for our Polka Dot Pup readers! Please send your pup friendly events to polkadotpupblog@aol.com

Dog Mom's Mother's Day Guide

Celebrate the Dog Mom in your life on May 11th because Dog Mom's are some of the best around!

Ever wonder what pets love the most about their Dog Mom's? Polka Dot Pups very own doggie correspondent Vixen did a puppy poll for the results.

Dog Moms.....
1. Feed our bellies with the very best din din
2. Are the queens of cuddles
3. Can't resist giving treats or purchasing cute pet toys
4. Turn all the heads at the dog park
5. Love going on dog friendly adventures
6. Always provide the latest gossip in our dog talks
7. Can never stay mad no matter what
8. Always have endless amounts of kisses
9. Make great pillows
10. Love us unconditionally

So cheers to all the amazing dog mom's out there!

See more of my Dog Mom's Mother's Day Guide list at ThisNext.

PETS IN THE NEWS - Dog and Sheep Unlikely Pair

They say opposites attract! This unlikely duo have been hitting headlines all around town and I just can't get enough.

Maggie the dog and Daisy the sheep took their relationship on the road and were spotted wandering near a freeway off-ramp in Granada Hills CA where a kindhearted passer by stopped and gave them a lift. The twosome have now been reunited with their owners and their heart warming tale has touched the hearts of animal lovers everywhere. Hey Animal Planet, how about a Maggie and Daisy reality series??




To check out more about this unlikely duo, check out the Dailynews.com

America's Family Pet Expo Makes a Splash in the OC

Looking to beat the heat this weekend (newscasters are calling for mid to high 90's in So. Cal)? Try heading down to Costa Mesa for America's Family Pet Expo. Come join pet lovers from all over and check out tons of product booths featuring what's new in pet products for 2008 along with pet entertainment like Gibson, the worlds tallest dog and Splash Dogs (just to name a few of Polka Dot Pups favorites).

Only drawback to the event, you are not allowed to bring your pets but with all the goodies you are sure to find and bring home, I'm sure Fido won't mind.

HOURS: Friday(10AM-6PM), Saturday (10AM-7PM), Sunday (10AM-6PM)

LOCATION: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

PRICING: General Admission - $12.00 (get a $2 discount at www.PetExpoOC.com), Seniors 60 & over - $10.00, Children 6-12 - $6.00, 5 yrs. and under - Free!


Not located in California? No worries, America's Family Pet Expo will be heading to Southwest Michigan in Fall 2008.

For more info on the Pet Expo, check out the following helpful sites -

PetExpoOC.com

WWPIA.com

The Doggie Name Game

Ever wonder what's in a name? Well, Veterinary Pet Insurance has released it's findings for the top male and female dog names. Calculated from the names of insured dogs in their database, the top names have determined one major thing. Gone are the days of "Fluffy" and "Beauford", 2008 is all about dogs of the human kind (or at least their names).

In today's world, pets are becoming more and more a part of the family. And why not, pets offer companionship and comfort that most of us look for in this crazy world. The big question is, does this new role effect how you name your new furry friend? Check out the top doggie names to see if your pet name made the list.

For a fun quiz, make a list of the number of dogs you know that have these names and send your stats to Polkadotpupblog@aol.com. We will blog the results to see what names stand supreme with the Polka Dot Pup viewers.

Top Female Dog Names
1. Bella
2. Molly
3. Lucy
4. Maggie
5. Daisy
6. Sophie
7. Sadie
8. Chloe
9. Bailey
10. Lola

Top Male Dog Names
1. Max
2. Buddy
3. Rocky
4. Bailey
5. Jake
6. Charlie
7. Jack
8. Toby
9. Cody
10. Buster


Want to learn more about the new evolution in dog names? Check out the USA Today article Names for dogs miss the Spot