We at Living with a Golden strongly believe that knowing the basics of Pet First Aid and CPR is important for all dog owners. On Saturday, September 30, 2017, a class on Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid and CPR will be offered through the Scarborough Adult Learning Center by Bobby Silcott. Bobby Silcott […]
Mark your calendars for Maine’s only dog friendly beer festival, Ales for Tails! Hosted by the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, the fun takes place on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Thompson’s Point (1 Thompson Point Road, Portland, ME), and features locally-brewed beers, food truck delicacies, music, and activities […]
Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue cordially invites you to attend an open house at Riverview, their state of the art rescue, adoption and education center, on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue (YGRR) is considered a leader and role model in the field of breed-specific rescue. Riverview (110 Chapin Road, Hudson, MA) is their 21-acre property […]
I’m stepping out of my comfort zone today. Normally I share information about fundraising events that support animals, whether it be shelters, service dogs, working dogs, or even the occasional cat cause, I’m a strong believer in lending a helping paw. But today I’d like to ask you to consider participating in a fundraiser that […]
Grab your leashes and head to Mother’s Beach in Kennebunk, Maine this Sunday, September 10, for the 23rd Annual Strut Your Mutt to benefit the Animal Welfare Society. This is the Animal Welfare Society’s biggest fundraiser, with all proceeds to benefit animals who need expensive medical care while waiting for their forever home. The festivities […]
Mark your calendars for the 18th Annual Green Mountain Iron Dog! This is always a fun day for dogs and humans competing in this 1.5 mile obstacle/race that simulates what Police K9 Teams come across in their deployments. Taking place on Saturday, September 9, 2017 along the shores of Lake Champlain at Camp Dudley, in […]
Take a bite out of pet cancer at a fun-filled day of live music dedicated to raising money to support the efforts of the Animal Cancer Foundation! The 7th Annual Pet Rock in the Park will be taking place this Sunday, August 27, 2017 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Deering Oaks Park (161 […]
Animal shelters and rescue organizations across the country will come together this Saturday, August 19, 2017 for Clear the Shelters Day, a nationwide pet adoption initiative that aims to connect animals in need with loving new families. Animal shelters, including many here in Maine, have agreed to cut the cost of adoption and be open […]
Get ready for a great two day music festival with proceeds to benefit some important causes including K9s on the Front Line! The Elks Summer Music Festival will be taking place on Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, 2017 at the Augusta Elks Lodge (397 Civic Center Drive, Augusta, ME). On Friday the gates […]
For centuries pets have played an important role in families. Here’s your chance to purchase a treasured antique while helping modern shelter pets in need. Mark your calendars for the 89th Annual Kennebunk Antique Show and Sale on August 12 and August 13, 2017. Not only will a portion of the admission sales be donated […]