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How tough is your pup? Let her show her strength at Tahoe Donners Ididarun. Courtesy photo |
CommentsWellness & Learning Briefs: Pets
11 March - 7 April 2010
Published: March 11, 2010
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Dogs on Parade
Saturday March 13
Cheer on Pet Network adoptable pets as they trot down main street during the Kings Beach Winter Fun SnowFest Parade at 11:30 a.m. Info: (775) 832-3882, petnetwork.org
Dress Up Your Dog Contest
Saturday March 13
As part of SnowFest, this locals’ favorite, sponsored by North Tahoe Transportation, returns with a grand prize for “best-dressed transit dog.” 10 a.m. at the North Tahoe Events Center. Info: 8318 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach, tahoesnowfestival.com
New Volunteer Orientation
March 13 and 26
Learn how to give shelter animals exercise, socialization, and a clean environment at this orientation at Pet Network, 3 p.m. Speak with Ann to confirm dates and times prior to arrival. Children under 11 must be accompanied by a parent. Info: 401 Village Boulevard, Incline Village, ahaugum@petnetwork.org, petnetwork.org
Ididarun
Sunday March 14
This 6th annual Donner Party–themed event pits dogs against dogs as they pull covered wagon sleds over a course at Tahoe Donner’s Lodge restaurant. $20 entry fee benefits the Humane Society. 1 p.m. Info: 12850 Northwoods Boulevard, Truckee, (530) 587-9424, tahoesnowfestival.com
Tails & Trails Adoption Day
Saturday March 27
From noon to 4 p.m. at Reno’s Sierra Trading Post, visit with Pet Network’s adoptable dogs. Info: 6865 Sierra Center Parkway, Reno, (775) 832-3882, petnetwork.org
Tuxedo Tuesdays
Tuesdays through March
Did you know that black animals are adopted half as often as other pets? To give you some incentive, the Nevada Humane Society in Reno is offering half off current adoption fees on black or black and white cats or dogs on Tuesdays. Info: 2825 Longley Lane, Reno, (775) 856-2000, nevadahumanesociety.org
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