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10/4


Holistic Hound’s 5-year Anniversary Party. Saturday, 10 AM – 6 PM. Lots of goodies for people and their companions, plus informative and fun activities More info: info@holistichound.com, 510-843-2133.
10/4

Paws in the Park – Dogtoberfest. Saturday, noon - 4 PM. Santana Row, Park Valencia at Winchester and Olin Ave., San Jose. The final event of 2008’s Paws in the Park series, co-sponsored by Santana Row and Humane Society of SiliconValley. Enter your pooch in the Sausage Bobbing or Dancing Dog contest. Also, learn about fun Halloween happenings for you and your dog and Halloween tips to keep your pet safe.
10/5

Humane Society of Silicon Valley Walk ‘N Wag. Sunday, 7:45-8:45 AM check-in; 9 AM walk; 1 PM event ends. Kelley Park and History San Jose. A great event for the whole family, including a 2K fund-raising dog walk-a-thon. Enjoy entertaining and educational presentations, animal-themed performances, lots of vendors, contests, and more. More info: 408-727-3383 x879.
10/5

Growl, Meow, and Wine! Sunday, 1 PM – 5 PM. East Bay SPCA’s Tri-Valley Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Drive, Dublin. VIP Admission $75 (includes pre-party, general event, and Board of Directors reception with a wine-tasting sponsored by Canine Wines). Regular Admission $40 (general event only). A people-only event. Tickets: https://secure.ga0.org/02/gmwtickets, or call 510-563-4605.
10/11

AKC Canine Good Citizen Test (CGC). Saturday, 9 AM – 1 PM. Marina Park, 13801 Monarch Bay Dr., San Leandro. The two-part CGC Program stresses responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. Dogs who pass the 10-step test receive a certificate. Cost: $10. Sponsored by “The Dog Squad.” More info: info@dogsquad.biz, 510-632-6594; www.dogsquad.biz. 

10/11

Furry Friends Rescue Tail Waggin’ Walk & Appreciation Picnic. Saturday, 9 AM – 3 PM. Central Park, Area A, Lake Elizabeth, Fremont. 10th annual walk-a-thon and festival. Enjoy an afternoon picnic lunch (vegetarian), demos, contests, and doggie games – plus raffles and silent auctions. More info: “events” at www.FurryFriendsRescue.org.
10/11

Raise your Paws for Rescue Dogs. Saturday, 4 – 8 PM. El Rio, 3158 Mission St. (xCesar Chavez), SF. Join Wonder Dog Rescue, Grateful Dogs Rescue, Muttville, and Give a Dog a Bone,
for music, food, drinks, and fun – plus raffle prizes and an auction. All proceeds go to the dogs! Adults 21 and older, please. More info (or to volunteer/ donate): 415-756-1306.
10/11

Open House. Saturday, 10 AM – 2 PM. Clayton Valley Pet Clinic, 4801 Clayton Rd., Concord. Meet the staff, enjoy food and bevs and a Q&A with Dr. Ian Dunbar, Bay Woof columnist and founder of Sirius Puppy Training. Costume contest for dressup dogs. More info: 925-689-4600.
10/17-19

California Family Pet Expo. Friday, 1 – 7 PM; Saturday, 10 AM – 7 PM; Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose. One of the largest consumer pet expos in the state, offering learning events, entertainment, demonstrations, vendors, and more! Tickets: $12; Kids 4-7, $7 Seniors, $10. More info: Kris Karaglanis, 925-766-6811, kriskaraglanis@ yahoo.com. 10/18-19 8th Annual
10/18-19 8th Annual Crusty Classic: Golden State Disc Dog Championship. Saturday & Sunday, 8:30AM, reg; 9:30 AM competition. Robertson Park, 3500 Robertson Park Rd., Livermore. Hosted by DiscDoGG and D2ISC. The event is open to any and all teams, novice to advanced, and is also a great spectator event. Check out the Crusty Classic event page for complete details: www.d2isc.com/ gsddc.htm.
10/19 Pets Unlimited “Animals and the Arts.” Sunday, 2 PM concert. Herbst Theatre and Green Room, War Memorial Bldg., 401 Van Ness, SF. Don’t miss this benefit concert and art exhibit benefiting Pets Unlimited. Artist reception and raffle follow the musical extravaganza featuring well-known classical artists. Tickets start at $35; order at 415-392-4400. More info: www.petsunlimited.org/who/AandA.htm.
   
 
10/19


6th Annual Fall Furry Flurry Dog and Cat Walk. Sunday, 9 AM - 1 PM, Los Gatos Creek Park, 1250 Dell Ave., Campbell. Annual 5k walk-athon to benefit a variety of Bay Area animal groups, followed by games, raffles, contests, and a silent auction. Low cost microchipping offered from 10 AM to 1 PM. To participate, contact Randee McQueen, randee1@aol.com..

  
  10/24 Society Dog’s Howling Halloween. Friday, 6 – 9 PM. Old Town Shopping Center, 50 University Ave, Los Gatos. The town of the cats (Los Gatos) goes to the dogs with a fabulous event sponsored by Society Dog. Dress yourself and your beloved canine in Halloween attire and show up for a ride on the Haunted Dog Bus, a mystical paw reading, lives music, and lots of treats and tricks! Partial proceeds benefit the Los Gatos Foundation, K9 Unit. Pre-registration recommended. For more information and to register: www.societydog.com, 408-671-3417, alphadog@societydog.com.

  
  10/25

2nd Annual Hound Halloween. Saturday, 1 PM. Paws on Piedmont, 3974 Piedmont Ave., Oakland. Pet costume contest and best Human & Dog Duo Costume prize. Piedmont Avenue has an annual Halloween Costume parade beginning at 11 AM, and dogs are welcome! A very familyand pet-friendly day on Piedmont Ave.! More info: 501-601-PAWS, www.pawsonpiedmont.com.

  
  10/31 Dimond Howl-O-Ween Parade & Pet Costume Party. Friday, 6 PM parade; 6:30 party. Paws & Claws, 2023 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA. Have a ball at the Paws and Claws Halloween party for people and their pets. $5 donation requested to support local animal rescue efforts. More info: 510-336-0105

  
     


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Sunday,10/26
Sharon Meadows, Golden Gate Park, SF.
Registration 11 AM; Events 12 PM – 3 PM.

SF Animal Care & Control Pet Pride Day.
San Francisco Animal Care & Control Pet Pride Day includes Halloween costume and Pet Trick contests, working animal demonstrations, and the best pet services and products. FREE! Sponsored by: Pet Camp! More info: call 415-554-6364 or email deb.campbell@sfgov.org.

 

    
 

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