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SUMMARY:Dogfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Dogfest Returns to The Baltimore Humane Society\nGet ready for the most paw-some event of the year – Dogfest\, presented by Best Friends Fur Ever!  A howling good time for individuals\, families\, and their furry canine best friends. Due to inclement weather in recent weeks\, Dogfest has been resceduled  for Saturday\, Nov. 4th\, from 11 am to 4 pm and join us at the Baltimore Humane Society in Reisterstown\, Maryland. \nPrepare yourself and your furry friends for an action-packed day! Pups and their people will have a blast with thrilling games and activities like Simon Says\, a speedy 20-yard dash\, bubble chase\, paw painting\, and endless playtime in the sand pit! Not only that\, but your dogs can try out an incredible agility course and even earn the prestigious AKC Canine Good Citizenship Award – talk about impressive! That’s not all – get ready to be amazed by incredible doggy demos by The Department of Public Safety & Corrections Services K-9 Unit.  \nHold onto your leashes\, because we’ve got some fantastic contests and prizes for your beloved pooches. They can compete for the titles of Best Costume\, Best Kisser\, Best Dancer\, Best Owner/Pet Look-alike\, Catch the Treat\, Musical Sit\, and Best Pet Trick\, all judged by a panel of local celebrities. But wait\, there’s more! The kids will be set up for a great time with pet-themed arts & crafts\, face painting\, and a bouncy house – fun for the whole family! \nDon’t forget to explore the vendor marketplace and meet some adorable adoptable animals at the pet rescue groups’ booths – you might just find your new furry family member! And of course\, all that excitement can work up an appetite. There will be a wide variety of delicious food and treats available for purchase throughout the event\, satisfying both two-legged and four-legged appetites. \nParking is free at BHS\, and in case of rain\, we’ve got you covered with a rain date on Sunday\, October 15. \nSo get those tails wagging and visit dogfest.org for more information on this wag-tastic event. If you’re interested in being a vendor or volunteer\, don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the action! \nVisit dogfest.org to learn more about this exciting event and stay tuned for ticket sales!  \nBaltimore Humane Society is an independent non-profit animal shelter offering services for all stages of pet ownership. For more information on adoption\, programs and services\, visit bmorehumane.org. Make sure to follow BHS on social media: @BmoreHumane on Facebook\, Twitter and Instagram and TikTok.
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/dogfest-2023/
LOCATION:Baltimore Humane Society\, 1601 Nicodemus Rd\, Reisterstown\, MD\, 21136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shows
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SUMMARY:Festival For the Animals 2023
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 28th annual Festival for the Animals\nJoin me at the Festival for the Animals! \nPeople\, pets\, and children of all ages are invited to explore a pet lover’s paradise and support the thousands of resilient animals rescued by the MD SPCA. We welcome social dogs and cats at this family friendly event. Plus\, children under 14 enter for free! For the safety of all\, pets at the Festival must be leashed or confined to a stroller and up-to-date on their vaccinations. \nThe Festival’s goal is to raise $320\,000 and all proceeds benefit the Maryland SPCA. \nThere’s something at the Festival for everyone to enjoy. Try our most popular premium activities\, which you can pre-purchase with a ticket or pay $5-10 per activity onsite. \nFor more information\, visit Festival For the Animals
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/festival-for-the-animals-2023/
LOCATION:Padonia Park Club\, 12006 Jenifer Road\, Cockeysville\, MD\, 21030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:10th Blessing of the Animals & Pet Expo
DESCRIPTION:Attention all pet parents! The Havre de Grace United Methodist Church is hosting its annual Animal Blessing & Pet Expo on Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Concord Point Park in Havre de Grace.  There is no rain date.  (in case of rain\, event will be cancelled.)  \nThe blessing will take place at 1pm followed by a K9 demo by the Havre de Grace police at 2:30. There will be a children’s activity table\, bake sale\, and plenty of animal groups including the Humane Society of Harford County. \nAdmission is free\, but a donation for area shelters & rescue groups is really appreciated! All animals must be leashed or crated \nFor more information\, visit https://explorehavredegrace.com/event/10th-blessing-of-the-animals-pet-expo \n 
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/blessing-of-the-animals-pet-expo/
LOCATION:Concord Point Park\, 701 Concord St\, Havre de Grace\, MD\, 21078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shows
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SUMMARY:Paws in the Park
DESCRIPTION:The Paws in the Park Dogwalk and Festival will return to Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm in Gaithersburg\, from noon-4 p.m. on Sunday\, April 30.\nAfter a three-year hiatus during the COVID-19 health crisis\, the Montgomery County Humane Society will hold the event for the 22nd time to raise funds to help homeless cats and dogs. \nBohrer Park is located at 506 South Frederick Ave. in Gaithersburg\, MD. \nPets\, dog owners and families will be able to enjoy a one-mile dog walk\, an agility competition\, contests and games. There will be music\, prizes\, vendors\, food available for purchase and kids activities. \nRegistration is now open. To register and for more information\, go to https://www.mchumane.org/paws-in-the-park-2023. \nRegistration in advance is $18 per person.  Families up to four people can register for $30. Children 12-and-under are free. On-site registration on April 30 will be $20 per person and $36 for families of up to four.
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/paws-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Bohrer Park\, 506 S. Frederick\, Ave\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Dogfest 2022
DESCRIPTION:Dogfest Returns to The Baltimore Humane Society\nDogfest\, Baltimore Humane Society’s (BHS) biggest fundraiser\,is unique in that it offers entertainment for just about everyone.You don’t need to have a dog to love Dogfest! We expect a large crowd of animal lovers in attendance for this pet-centric day full of games\, contests\, food and fun.Dogs will be able to play games with their people or watch as other pups partake in the fun. \nThere will be plenty of activities for the pups\, including Simon Says\, 20-yarddash\, bubble chase\, paw painting and fun in the sand. There will be opportunities to try out an agility or lure course\,and dogs present at the event can even qualify for the AKC Canine Good Citizenship Award.We’ll have doggy demos from The Department of Public Safety & Corrections Services K-9 Unit. The CDS Detection Dogs are always a big hit sniffing “contraband” on volunteer guests.There will be contests and prizes for Best Costume\, Best Kisser\, Best Dancer\, Best Owner/Pet Look-alike\, Catch the Treat\, Musical Sit and Best Pet Trick–all judged by our local celebrity panel.Kids can enjoy pet-themed arts & crafts\, face painting and a bounce house\, while everyone can peruse the vendor marketplace and visit pet rescue groups with adoptable animals.New this year is Trunk or Treat for both kids and pets. \nBring your appetite\, as a variety of food and treats will be available for purchase during the event.Tickets for adults are $15 online and at the gate.Tickets for children (11 and under)are $7.A Family Pack (2 adult/2 children)tickets is $40. There is free parking on the BHS grounds. The rain date is Sunday\, Oct.16.For more information on Dogfest\, to buy tickets in advance or to sign up to be a vendor or volunteer\, visit Dogfest.org
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/dogfest-2022/
LOCATION:Baltimore Humane Society\, 1601 Nicodemus Rd\, Reisterstown\, MD\, 21136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shows
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SUMMARY:Black Tie & Tails
DESCRIPTION:Baltimore Humane Society’s Annual Gala is Back!  One of our best-attended fundraising events and the region’s only black-tie event where guests are encouraged to bring their pet! \nThis gala features an elegant seated dinner\, open bar\, a pet fashion show\, and a live and silent auction. Enjoy live music by Speakers of the House! This year’s event takes place on Friday\, May 6 from 6:30PM-10:30PM at the Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley. \nFor more information\, visit Baltimore Humane Society
URL:https://mdpetgazette.com/event/black-tie-tails-baltimore-humane-society-annual-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Grand Lodge\, 304 International Circle\, Cockeysville\, MD\, 21030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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