Recurring Events – Tours, classes, & clubs
Tour the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon’s Spay/Neuter Clinic
When: 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 10am
Where: FCCO headquarters in N. Portland (near Legacy Emanuel Hospital) – directions are emailed after registration
“Come see how FCCO is making the difference in the lives of so many cats and their caregivers! The tour will be approximately 1/2 hour. A spay/neuter clinic will be in process (approximately 35 cats expected). Medical procedures that may be seen, but are not limited to, might include: spaying, neutering, needle injections (vaccinations, analgesics, antibiotics), ear tipping. Occasionally people feel queasy at the sight of some procedures – it is okay to step away from the tour as needed. Reservations are required. Space is limited.” – FCCO
For more info and registration: http://feralcats.com/Events.html
My New Dog Classes
When: Classes are held the first Friday evening (7-8pm) and third Saturday afternoon (1-2pm) every month. There may occasionally be exceptions, so be sure to check the CCDS event calendar
Where: Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas
“A special class offered twice each month FREE to everyone! This class gives you a simple outline to help your new dog settle in and feel secure in their new home. For many dogs, your home is nothing more than another different, new, unfamiliar place; they don’t know it’s forever. Let us help you make this transition easier on everyone. If you’re already having problems, bring your questions and we can help guide you to resolution.” – CCDS
For more info: http://www.clackamasdogs.org/mynewdog.html
4 Skills Club
When: Mondays, 7-8pm
Where: Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas
“Sometimes less is more; your dog needs some training, but you don’t have time for a full 8 week session. Or maybe your dog really only needs some work on one or two things to be perfect. Our 4 Skills Club is the answer. Each month we offer the following schedule of topics:
- First Monday – Fix Your Jump (learn how to stop your dog’s jumping up)
- Second Monday – Wait (the ultimate practical skill)
- Third Monday – Who’s Walking Whom? (We don’t need to explain this one!)
- Fourth Monday – Come Here! (the ultimate practical and safety skill)
Sign up for 4 weeks, 8 weeks, or drop-in! If you go with a 4 or 8 week option, you have complete control over which weeks you attend. Stick with just one topic, skip a month; whatever works!” – CCDS
$20 for drop-in class, $60 – 4 week block, $115 – 8 week block*, $160 – 12 week block, *$25 discount for adopted shelter dogs.
For more info: http://www.clackamasdogs.org/4skillsclub.html
Scentwork
When: Tuesday evenings, 6-7pm
Where: Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas
“Sniffing…it’s your dogs’ most acute sense. Learn how to harness the power of your dog’s nose! It can be practical (find your lost keys), competitive (K9Nosework), or just plain fun. Easy to do indoors, this is a great pass time for Northwest dogs! And it tires a dog really rapidly. Once you learn to communicate what you want to your dog, you will be amazed by their abilities. $100 for 6 weeks. ”
Treibball
When: Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm
Where: Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas
“This dog sport is great exercise for all dogs, large and small. It develops concentration and excellent teamwork with the handler. You get the fun and excitement of herding without needing to own or care for livestock, the benefit and fun of training, your dog gets mental and physical exercise, and it helps increase the bond between you and your dog! Your dog does not have to be a herding breed to enjoy this game!” – CCDS
For more info: http://www.clackamasdogs.org/treibball.html
Puppy Kindergarten
When: Saturdays, 11:30am-12:30pm
Where: Clackamas County Dog Services, 13141 SE Highway 212, Clackamas
“For puppies from 3 to 5 five months; be a proactive puppy raiser! Learn to properly socialize your pup, teach them to love being handled, how to inhibit their bite, and to take everything in stride. It’s a big job, raising a mentally sound pup, but we’re here to help!” – CCDS
$100* for 6 weeks, $20 for drop in class, *$25 discount for adopted shelter dogs
For more info: http://www.clackamasdogs.org/puppykindergarten.html
Puppy Romps! @ OHS
When: Friday, September 7th, 5-5:45pm
Where: Oregon Humane Society, Manners Hall
“Socialization is one of the most crucial components to raising a puppy, and that can often be difficult to do while keeping your puppy safe from disease. Exposing your puppy to new dogs when he is young can help prevent behavioral problems as he matures. Puppies can also learn how to play, bite and mouth each other in an appropriate way. Come expose your puppy to other healthy puppies and allow them to run, play and socialize! Our trainers will be on hand to answer questions you have about raising a puppy, potty-training, play-biting and more. Instructor: Jenna Kirby, CPDT (Certified Pet Dog Trainer). We value the socialization of puppies so much that we offer our puppy romps for free! Donations are appreciated.” – OHS
For more info: http://www.oregonhumane.org/pet_training/puppyromp.asp
DoveLewis Memorial Art Therapy Workshops
When: Second Sunday of Every Month, September 9th and October 14th 3pm-4:30pm all ages, families welcome
Where: DoveLewis Community Room, 1945 NW Pettygrove, Portland
“One of the best ways to navigate your grief when you lose a pet is memorializing them through art. Research shows that art and healing come from the same source. In fact, it is now known that when a person is creating art or is healing, this person will emit the same brain wave patterns. Art and healing is so powerful that hospitals are incorporating art into patient care. Our Pet Loss Support Director, art therapist and certified grief counselor Enid Traisman, MSW facilitates this series of memorial art workshops. Each month offers a new opportunity to create something unique and take it home with you! This is a free community event. Donations are welcome. Pets welcome in spirit only. Thank you for understanding.” – DoveLewis
For more info: http://www.dovelewis.org/community-services/memorial-art-therapy-workshops/
Problem Pooch Class
When: Saturday, September 15th, 12:30-1:30
Where: Oregon Humane Society, Ehmann Classroom
“Problem Pooch class is a wonderful opportunity to get expert tips and advice on dog behavior and training issues. Are you thinking of crate-training and not sure it’s right for you? Does your dog have home-alone issues? Potty-training not going so well? Or maybe you just got a new companion and want to make sure you’re doing all the right things. Whatever your dog behavior issue may be, our Problem Pooch class is here to help. This class is for people only, please. Thank you. Please bring a donation that you can afford in the form of check or cash so that we can continue to help our community with classes like this.” – OHS
For more info: http://www.oregonhumane.org/pet_training/Problem_Pooch.asp
May Bully Walk
When: Sunday, September 9th, 12pm
Where: Meet at Westmoreland City Park, Portland, will be followed by a picnic/BBQ (http://www.facebook.com/events/443015522408333/)
“Once a month The Portland Pit Bull Project hosts a gathering of dog lovers and their dogs to bring awareness of BSL (Breed Specific Legislation) that unfairly targets certain dogs based upon appearance, to show the public what the ‘typical’ pit bull type dog and it’s owner is like and to give dogs an activity that they normally crave–walking together as a pack.” – The Portland Pit Bull Project
For more info: http://www.thepdxpitbullproject.com/bully-walk/
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