Pets calendar
Published: June 29. 2009 4:00AM PST
Pets
PET LOSS GROUP: Open, drop-in support group for anyone experiencing or anticipating the loss of a pet. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, call: 541-382-5882.
PUPPY 101: Puppies 8 to 13 weeks old are welcome to join this class any week with its ongoing format. All weeks include socialization, confidence-building skills, playtime, handling exercises and more. Classes are from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays. Contact: Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs at 541-312-3766 or www.dancinwoofs.com.
OBEDIENCE FOR AGILITY: Agility is a great way to connect with your dog. Held at Desert Sage Agility, 24035 Dodds Road, Bend. For evening classes, obedience, rally and puppy classes, contact: Jane at 541-385-7691. For Saturday classes, contact: Renata at 541-604-4193. Cost varies from $95 to $125. For Sunday classes, contact: Michelle at 541-388-9230 or desertsageagility.com.
FOUNDATION FOR COMPETITION AGILITY: Four-week class designed for the competitive team. Daytime and evening classes available. Held at Desert Sage Agility, 24035 Dodds Road, Bend. Cost is $65. To register, contact: Stephanie Morris at 541-385-7691 or visit desertsageagility.com.
BASIC COMPANIONSHIP: Multi-week class starting July 8 and Aug. 4 teaches owner-pet communication. Class covers basic commands, such as sit, down, come and stay, and teaches controlled walking. Two certified instructors will lead every class. For more information, contact: Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs at 541-312-3766 or visit www.dancinwoofs.com.
UNDERSTANDING THE CANINE MIND TALK: Free talk, given by Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs, covers how dogs learn and communicate, as well as how to understand and train dogs. Held July 8 and Aug. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Preregistration requested. Contact: Mare Shey at 541-312-3766.
Horses
GROUP CLASSES: Tumalo Cascade offers classes Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Training will be provided on trail class, equitation, showmanship and individual problem areas. Cost is $25. Contact: Michelle at 541-382-6652 or online at www.tumalocascade.com.
ROLLING M RANCH IN SISTERS: Open for trail course practice and shows. Cost is $10 per horse. Instructors will be available to answer any questions and help you get started. For more information and availability, contact: Shari at 541-549-6962.
EQUINE EDUCATIONAL DAY: Rim Rock Riders present three clinicians and a tack swap and play day. Free. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 11. Brasada Ranch in Powell Butte. Contact: Marti at 541-419-4460, 541-323-6040 or rimrockriders@yahoo.com.
BUCK BRANNAMAN CLINIC: Horsemanship and ranch roping classes will be offered. Spectator fee is $25 per day. July 17-20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Rafter J Ranch in Bend. For more information, contact: Daphne Story, 541-420-2677.
To submit a pet or horse event for the calendar, please send an e-mail to pets@bendbulletin.com. Information should include event time, date, location, contact person and phone number, along with any cost associated with the event. Deadline to have information turned in is noon Monday, one week before publication.
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