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Desert Pet Companion
Cover Models!
Do you want to have your dog and cat featured on the cover of DPC? E-mail us a photo of your dog and cat together and if your pets are chosen, we'll schedule a photoshoot with our professional photographer.
E-mail your photo and contact information to: mwiegel@desertpetcompanion.com
Guide Dogs of the Desert Needs Puppy Raisers
Volunteers who help raise puppies are vital to guide dog raising programs. Without volunteer puppy raisers, we could not provide guide dogs to the blind. Being a volunteer puppy raiser is also one of the most selfless acts of love a person can do. As a graduate of ours said, “Inside every service dog beats the heart of a puppy raiser.”
For more information about puppy raising, please contact Trina Began or Cheri Duncan at 760-329-6257, or by email at puppyraising@gddca.org. There is also an online application form at www.gddca.org.
Did you know that black widow spiders are very poisonous to cats? Read about black widow spiders and your pets.
Article by Dr. Reed, VCA, Rancho Mirage
Rogue Visits Villagefest
This issue, Rogue, our official hiking columnist takes a break from hiking and visits Villagefest.. READ MORE
Article by Rogue
The newest dog sport has come to the desert. It's a fun new game played with yoga balls and dogs. READ MORE
Article by Lori Carmen, Dream Dogs
Meet Chiquita, a chihuahua/miniature shepherd mix, the greeter at Just Mary Lou Hair Salon.
Article by Geoff Winstead
When it comes to dog training, there isn't a special pill, sticking with a training program (and trainer).
Article by Valerie Masi, Best Paw Forward
Local Events
Mayor’s 7 Mile, 5 K and 1K Healthy Planet, Healthy You Race and Wellness Festival
Saturday, April 21st, 2012
City of Palm Springs Wellness Park on Tachevah and Via Miraleste
Event is dog-friendly. The City of Palm Springs is hosting the 1st Annual Mayor's Healthy Planet-Healthy You Race and Fitness festival to fight childhood obesity. There will be a 5K course that is walker/stroller/doggie friendly.
The 7 mile course highlights many of the historical sites of downtown Palm Springs. Both courses run through beautiful downtown Palm Springs.
The 1K Kids' Run is FREE. Finisher Awards will be presented to all participants and division awards will be given 3 deep.
A carbo load dinner will be held Friday, April 20th at the Mizell Serior Center. Complete dinner available for $12.>
Please sign up in advance online or by contacting Michele Mician at (760) 323-8214. Register at www.active.com.
5th Annual Pet Play Day
Sunday, April 22nd
La Quinta Community Park Baseball Diamond
Weiner Dog Races, Raffles, Trainers, Demos and so much more! Free, and please bring your dog on a leash!
Puppies to the Rescue
Monday, April 23rd, 5-7 pm
1555 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Ste G106, Palm Springs (Plaza Del Sol-behind Steinmart)
A fundraiser for Well in the Desert hot meal programs for the hungry and those in need. Entertainment by Dan Westfall (former owner of Cheeta the Chimpanzee), John Boulivar with songs by local celebrities. Appetizers, wine, beer, and sparkling water available. Raffle prizes. A suggested donation of $25 is recommended. Brought to you by Donna Lopez at Puppy Luv Pet Salon and sponsored exclusively by Rabobank. RSVP: 760-327-8577.
THE 2nd ANNUAL RUN FOR IKE, 5K Run/Walk
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2012, 8 AM START
Ramon Alternative Center, 2248 Ramon Road, Palm Springs
Supporting the Palm Springs Police Department K-9 Unit and Guide Dogs of the Desert. $30 Donation includes entry, pancake breakfast, finisher dog tag, event t-shirt and goodie bag. 760-413-6508 mthorpe@psusd.us
2012 Super Adoption Event
November 2012
Planning has started for this annual adoption event. Visit the website to find out how to participate. Loving All Animals
Volunteering at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter
Photographs: Karen Buxbaum, See additional photos in the current issue, page 8.
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Sneak Peek at the Summer Issue
Rogue Learns to Avoid Snakes
VCA Rancho Mirage Animal Hospital in conjunction with VCA All Creatures Animal Hospital hosted a Canine nake Aversion Class in April. Rogue, our avid hiker and columnist (and his dad) attended the class. Look for the article in the Summer issue -- available at your favorite pet retailer, groomer or veterinarian the first week of July.
