You CAN Make A Difference for the Animals!
The KY Week team is working with shelters, leaders and orgs daily across the entire state. Your ideas and suggestions are welcome as we work together to build this exciting week designed to celebrate the amazing animals of Kentucky!
Contact us and we will brainstorm to create the purrfect event with you.
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Saturday April 9th - Sunday, April 17th
Salute to Brave Fort Knox Military K-9's & Handlers
Ft. Knox Army Base
Dept of Emergency Services
K-9 Section
Building 204
308 Old Ironsides Avenue
Ft. Knox, Kentucky 40121
As part of our Kentucky salute to the courageous military, we are requesting that everyone please send a card or letter of appreciation to the Ft. Knox K-9's and handlers. Also a thank you to S.F.C. Christopher Keller!
These brave soldiers risk their lives and serve our country everyday with great distinction and honor. We can also be encouraged to send our well-wishes and thank-you's. We love you, Ft. Knox. God Bless Our Troops!
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Saturday, Apr 9th 9:00a to 1:00p
Pet First Aid Workshop
Paul Sawyier Public Library
319 Wapping Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Presented by the American Red Cross, this workshop builds first aid skills and provides guidance for emergency situations until vet care is available. From basic responsibilities like spaying/neutering and giving meds to managing emergencies and preparing for disasters, this session offers information dog and cat owners can trust to keep their pets healthy. All ages.
Price: $10 registration fee. Phone: (502) 352-2665 ex108
Presented by the American Red Cross, this workshop builds first aid skills and provides guidance for emergency situations until vet care is available. From basic responsibilities like spaying/neutering and giving meds to managing emergencies and preparing for disasters, this session offers information dog and cat owners can trust to keep their pets healthy.
Registration is required for this One Book One Bluegrass event. For more info, contact Diane Dehoney at (502)352-2665x108 or diane@pspl.org
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Saturday, April 9th 10am --12:30pm
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
Kentucky Week for Animals Kick off and Pet Food Drive
Blossom Shop Florist
2218 Bardstown Rd.
Louisville KY 40205
Extreme Couponing Workshop ...New’s Auction Barn.
$30 Food Drive Kickoff, Blossom Shop Parking Lot
Have fun and help the animals. Tammie has a whole week -everyday-with different activities planned for the Ky Week for Animals ...it is really really amazing what she has planned. Please scroll the calendar. Carroll County is located at very tip/border of northern middle Kentucky at the confluence of the Kentucky and Ohio rivers.
Note: Food Drive Items can be donated at the Blossom Shop 9am5pm (Permanent Supply Drop Off Location)
Please visit www.ccasky.com Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
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Saturday, April 9th All Day
True Heart Minpin Rescue Adoption Day!
Petsmart (Richmond Centre)
2175 Lantern Ridge Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
Join True Heart Min Rescue for Kentucky Week of Animals at Petsmart. Also we'll be at Belks for the Charity benefit for THMPR! We'll be there from 1pm-3pm. Come out becasue we would love to meet you! Visit website at http://www.trueheartminpinrescue.org/
We are a 501(c)3, all-volunteer organization, dedicated primarily to "relocating" and "rehabilitating" abandoned, abused, homeless and shelter animals. We provide veterinary care, screen adoptive homes, and give referral and breed information.
True Heart needs help in these day-to-day operations of running our rescue: - Foster Homes (Go to Foster Application)- Transporting- Application Processing & Reference Verification- Home Visits- Publicity- Sponsorships- Donations - Fundraising
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Saturday, April 9th 10:00am - 11:00a m
Pawsibilities Unleashed Pet Therapy
"Paws Up and Read "
Paul Sawyier Public Library
319 Wapping Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Join the Library and Pawsibilities Unleashed Pet Therapy Teams and read to a specially trained dog! Children who are able to read are invited to read to dogs that are trained to have a gentle disposition and are willing listeners. No registration required. This is a One Book One Bluegrass event.
Free to the public. Phone: (502) 352-2665x205 .Join the Library and Pawsibilities Unleashed Pet Therapy Teams and read to a specially trained dog! Children who are able to read are invited to read to dogs that are trained to have a gentle disposition and are willing listeners. No registration required. This is a One Book One Bluegrass event.
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Saturday, April 9th 11:00 am to 2pm
Greyhounds of Shamrock Adoption Day
Feeders Supply
Middletown Plaza, Across from McDonald's
12318 Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40243-1471
(502) 244-9902
We are an all volunteer organization dedicated to finding loving homes for retired racing Greyhounds. would love for you stop by & meet some of our beautiful hounds & friendly volunteers.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions if you are not sure you are ready to adopt. If you have questions you can also email us at questions@greyhoundsofshamrock
Our placement reps service the area of Louisville, Lexington, Southern Indiana, Northern Kentucky & Greater Cincinnati. Our mission is to place Greyhounds into loving homes that will benefit both the Greyhound and the pet adopter. http://www.greyhoundsofshamrock.org/
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Saturday, April 9th 11:00 amto 3:00 pm
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
Kenton Co. Animal Shelter/ Friends of Kenton Paw Park
Kenton Co. Animal Shelter
1020 Mary Laidley Dr.
Fort Mitchell, KY, US
859-356-7400
Have your pet's photo taken with the Easter Bunny (starting @ $10). Pet treats, baked goods and raffles will be for sale. Free gift bags filled with pet goodies will be given away by the Easter Bunny.
All proceeds will benefit the Kenton Co. Animal Shelter and Friends of Kenton Paw Park. For more info please call the animal shelter @859-356-7400. For more information, please call 859-356-7400 or email info@kentonpawpark.com. Free admission
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Saturday, April 9th 12 noon- 4:00 pm
2nd Annual MUTT MIXER
HARLEY DAVIDSON
1799 Tennessee Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Come on in to their 2nd annual Mutt Mixer Saturday Vendors of pet products, rescue agencies, maybe even adopt a pet.Note: Cinncinatti is a little over 1 hour drive from Louisville. Woof!
GRRAND was organized by members of the Greater Louisville Golden Retriever Club to help find homes for displaced Golden Retrievers. We all have Golden Retrievers as family members and not only wanted others to know what a great breed of dog the Golden is, but also to step in and help needy Goldens find good homes. Visit http://www.grrand.org/ GRRAND, PO Box 6132, Louisville, KY 40206, 812-981-2251
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Saturday April 9th 12 noon- 4pm
The Kentucky Horse Council
"RIDING FOR THE SON"
GREEN RIVER LAKE STATE PARK TRAIL
CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY 42718
Asking pls all attendees bring paper products as a donation to The Galilean's Children's Home and Isaiah House. Be saddled and ready to ride by 12 Noon.
The Kentucky Horse Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated, through education and leadership, to the protection and development of the Kentucky equine community.
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Saturday, April 9th 2:00 pm til
Jessamine County Public Library
"Make your own Dog Treats & Jars"
Jessamine County Public Library
600 South Main Street
Nicholasville, KY 40356
What a fun way to spend the afternoon at the library! Make your own yummy dog treats & jars. Creative and great way to make your dog happy! This is an adult services program. Phone: 859-885-3523.
Young Adult Services.youngadultservices@jesspublib.org
Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and to make a difference in the lives of others. If you have an extra hour a week, or just an extra hour a month, you can give the gift of your time, talent and skills to support and enhance the library's programs, services and mission. We provide training to ensure that your volunteer experience is both enjoyable and fruitful.
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Saturday, April 9th 2:00 pm til
Animal Author Molly Harper Book Signing
JOSEPH-BETH BOOKSTORE
61 Lexington Green Circle, Ste B1
Lexington, KY 40503
Molly Harper worked for six years as a reporter and humor columnist for The Paducah Sun. Her reporting duties included covering courts, school board meetings, quilt shows, and once, the arrest of a Florida man who faked his suicide by shark attack and spent the next few months tossing pies at a local pizzeria. Molly lives in western Kentucky. http://www.amazon.com/Molly-Harper/e/B002BMFSMA
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Saturday, April 9th 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
EarthSave Potluck
United Crescent Hill Ministries
150 State Street,
Louisville, KY 40206
EarthSave Louisville educates people about the extremely powerful and documented effects our food choices have on the environment, our health and all life on Earth, and encourages an ever-transitioning shift toward a healthy, plant-based diet.
Thoughtful guest speaker will present.Everyone wins, including the planet.
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Adopt A Shelter Pet, Volunteer, Donate
Kentucky Animal Shelters
Shelters & Rescue Groups
Petfinder
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Sunday, April 10th 10:00- am- 6:00 pm Garrard County Animal Shelter Adoption
Awareness Day
"No Kill Mission"
214 Richmond St.
Lancaster, KY 40444
Mark your calendars & join Central KY Regional Humane Society as we help celebrate Kentucky Week for the Animals with an Adoption Awareness Day at our "No Kill Mission" in Lancaster, KY . Phone is 859-792-4581.
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Sunday, April 10th Noon - til
Greyhounds of Shamrock
National Adopt a Greyhound Month Annual Picnic
Seneca Park
3151 Pee Wee Reese Rd.,
Louisville, Kentucky 40207
Our placement reps service the area of Louisville, Lexington, Southern Indiana, Northern Kentucky & Greater Cincinnati. Our mission is to place Greyhounds into loving homes that will benefit both the Greyhound and the pet adopter.
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Sunday, April 10th All day
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
"Spend the day with your animals!"
Note: Pet Food Drive Items can be donated at the Blossom Shop 9am5pm (Permanent Supply Drop Off Location During Week. Pet Food Donation going on during week.)
Blossom Shop Florist
2218 Bardstown Rd.
Louisville KY 40205)
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
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Sunday, April 10th 12:30 pm- 6:00 pm
Easter Pet Photos
Incredipet
306 Southland Dr.
Lexington, KY 400503
Pet Paws photographer. Call or walk in for photos. For more info, call 859-277-9736 http://www.incredipet.com/easterphotos.html
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Monday, April 11th dropoff 8:00 am -8:30 am
Garrard County Animal Shelter
LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC
Location: White House/Facility
Crab Orchard Rd.
Lancaster, KY 40444
Please help spread the word. Location: Crab Orchard Rd., Lancaster, white house to right of Mine Shields. Call Garrard County Animal Shelter to make appointment or for more information: 859-792-1562. Email below.
The Garrard Co Animal Shelter is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to the protection of all animals from cruelty and exploitation and to the elimination of pet overpopulation. Working to insure the well-being of all animals, the shelter is committed to educating the public about responsible pet ownership, advocating the humane treatment of all animals, and inspiring compassion toward every living creature. Always looking for fosters. http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/KY175.html
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Monday, April 11th daytime hours.
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
"Treat Your Animals With Respect"
StoryTime at Kathryn Winn Elementary
Kathryn Winn Elementary
907 Hawkins Street
Carrollton, KY 41008
Presentation and visit from Carroll County Adoptable Animals and Tammie Crawford. www.ccasky.com
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
And the pet food donation drive going on all week. See Saturday April 9th entry for details for drop off on this weeklong drive.
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Monday, April 11th 6:00 pm til
Kentucky Humane Society "Tricks for Treats"
Fern Creek Pet Resort
(502) 499-1910
5225 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY 40291
This fun class will have your dog high fiving, rolling over, and sitting up to beg for more! Learn new tricks each week and impress your friends and family. Must have completed a basic class. To register, visit website. Payment is required at time of registration. All fees are non-refundable. Course is 6 weeks in length. http://www.kyhumane.org/
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Through Week & Ongoing
Bluegrass Boxer Rescue, Foster Homes Needed
BlueGrass Boxer Rescue, Inc.
P.O. Box 21134
Owensboro, KY 42304
Please visit our website to learn more about our work for the Boxers . We work strictly as a foster-based operation (no facility) and are always looking for good fosters across the state. We have a full house right now!
We have regular adoption events during month at various locations which can be accessed on website. We also do a lot of transport which we can use help with, too. Thank you for any help you can assist us with as work to place these wonderful loving dogs into the homes they deserve. http://www.bluegrassboxerrescue.org/
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Ongoing for Now
P.A.W.S. Cat Adoption Special
P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter
PO Box 222
6 Legion Drive
Paris, KY 40362
Right now, PAWS is having an adoption special for cats. You can adopt two cats for the price of one. We have many wonderful cats available and are sure we have the right one for you. Pls visit our website.
Come to the shelter and meet them! You can also see some of them during our portable adoptions at the Lexington PetSmart in Hamburg Pavilion. Phone: 859-988-9800. PAWSinKY@aol.com Website is http://www.pawspets.org/Index.htm
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April Adopt a Greyhound Month!
~~~Check Greyhounds of Shamrock website~~~
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Tuesday April 12th- May 11th 8:30 am- 5:30 pm
The International Museum of the Horse presents:
Vavra's Vision: Equine Images of Robert Vavra
International Museum of the Horse
4089 Iron Works Parkway,
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 259-4232
Robert Vavra is a universally acclaimed photographer of horses. By portraying the horse in his fresh and very personal way, he has become an icon in his own lifetime. He is the author of 37 books accounting for more than 3,000,000 volumes in print, in eight languages. Robert Vavra http://www.robertvavra.com/
This 60-year retrospective exhibition will delve into the world that Vavra has created through his lens while circling the globe. In photographs, in film and in print, his images capture the strength, beauty and wisdom of the horse
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Tuesday, April 12th 3:00 pm5: 00 pm
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
Adoption Day!
Welch’s Feed & Seed
US Highway 36
Carrollton, Kentucky 41008
Adoption Event. Please come out and see us and find your new best friend. We want to meet you! Feed Representative & Animal Feed Samples
Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
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Tuesday, April 12th 6:00 pm til
Kentucky Humane Society Manners for Life
Kentucky Humane Society
Highlands Campus
Louisville, KY 40291
This is a (dogs 4 months and older) 6 week course.It’s time for your dog to learn the basics! Your dog will master sit, stay, down, loose leash walking and more. Classes also address unwanted behaviors, such as jumping on people. To register, click here . Payment is required at time of registration. All fees are non-refundable. (502) 366-3355. http://www.kyhumane.org/
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Through April
Woodford Humane Birthday Pet Adoption Special
Woodford Humane Society
265 Thomas Lane
Versailles, KY 40383
It's our 36th Birthday! Celebrate by bringing a gift for the animals. We're lowering cat adoption fees to $36, plus when you present your adoption receipt at Joseph-Beth Booksellers (only about 15 minutes from our shelter) , you'll receive 20% off one item in the store! (adoption application pending approval. Through April 30, 2011)
The Woodford Humane Society is a private 501c3 nonprofit organization Use your WHS Visa or buy a Limited Editions calendar, you are helping our wonderful animals! Thank you! http://www.woodfordhumanesociety.org/
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Ongoing
Kentucky Humane Society Free Pit Bull Surgeries
Kentucky Humane Society main campus
241 Steedly Drive
Louisville, KY 40214
Because of the overpopulation of this breed in our area, no pit bull will be turned away as a S.N.I.P. Clinic client, regardless of the owner’s financial situation. KHS will reserve several surgery spots each day to perform free pit bull surgeries for those who cannot afford the low-cost rates.
“There is an overpopulation of pit bulls in Louisville and surrounding areas,” said Lindsy Wallace, the KHS Animal Welfare Director who helped spearhead the S.N.I.P. Clinic. “Pit bulls actually have much larger litters than other dog breeds , can birth up to 13 to 14 puppies at a time, more than double the average litter by other canines.”
Please call 502-636-FIX1 (3491) to learn more about free spay/neuter surgeries at no cost. Website is http://www.kyhumane.org/
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Ongoing
Logan County Humane Society Low Cost Spay & Neuter
Logan County Humane Society
550 Sportsman Club Rd.
Russellville KY 42276
If you acquired your pet from someplace other than the Logan County shelter, our veterinary services will perform a spay or neuter surgery when your pet is 12 weeks of age or older for a fee. This is done through our low-cost spay and neuter program. Phone 270.726.2186
Cost for the spay or neuter depends on the size of the pet.
$35 All cats
$45 Small dogs under 40 pounds
$55 Dogs 45 - 90 pounds
$65 Dogs over 90 pounds
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Wednesday, April 13th 8:00am- 12 noon
Shamrock Foundation BARKIN' FOR BREAKFAST
Meridian Cafe
112 Meridian Avenue
Louisville, KY 40207
Benefit: 15 % donated for the Shamrock Foundation Made from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients, Owner/Chef Mike Ross has created a menu that is original and healthy. Meridian’s breakfast menu even has "Express" items for those of you who need to eat breakfast in a hurry! Download all the details on website.
http://shamrockpets.com/
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Wednesday, April 13th 10 am- 2:00 pm
Bluegrass Technical College Animal Relief Day
Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Leestown Campus, C Bldg, Student Center
470 Cooper Drive
Lexington KY 40506-0235
Students, educators celebration with expo style event with orgs and tables set up to help the animals. Donations to help the animals, building awareness for the animals and area groups connecting and celebrating KY Week for the Animals. Thanks to Bluegrass Community & Tech College! http://www.bluegrass.kctcs.edu/
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Wednesday, April 13th All day
GRRAND Charity Feed Day w/ Mark's Feed Store
GRRAND at Mark's Feed Store
11422 Shelbyville Road,
Louisville, KY) for Charity Feed Day
The voucher will only be valid on April 13, at the Middletown location of Mark's Feed Store. Tell your family and friends! You can print out as many vouchers as you'd like (but please do not hand them out on Mark's Feed Store's premises or we will have to forfeit the 15 percent)! We hope to see you there!
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Wednesday, April 13th 6:007:3pm
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
SNIP Clinic Registration @
Carroll County Public Library
Register your animal for Lowcost Spay or Neuter Clinic
Carroll County Public Library
136 Court Street
Carrollton, KY 41008
Note: The Gryphon Press will be donating award winning children's books to this library and thanks them for their support of Kentucky Week for the Animals. http://www2.youseemore.com/carroll/
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
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Thursday April 14- April 17th *8:30 am all day
Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Training
Sponsored by Eastern Kentucky University
Eastern Kentucky University
Safety,Security & Emergency Management 250 Stratton Bldg,
521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond KY 40475
Eastern Kentucky University is offering large-animal emergency rescue training. Aimed at fire/rescue personnel, first responders, veterinarians and horse enthusiasts, the training covers techniques and procedures to assist large animals involved in transportation accidents and other emergencies. It also covers the use of sedatives and tranquilizers, chemical restraint, rescue ropes and knots, rescue from horse barn fires, mud rescue, helicopter rescue and water rescue, among other situations.
The training is designed for firemen, emergency responders, veterinarians, vet technicians, horse owners, pet owners, humane societies, animal compounds -- anyone interested in having knowledge on what to do in an emergency situation involving a large animal. Phone: (859) 622-1009
Event Contact Beth McCoy Eastern Kentucky University (859) 622-1009 (859) 622-1009 beth.mccoy@eku.edu
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Thursday, April 14th All Day
Carroll County Adoptable Animals
"Treat Your Animals With Respect"
School Poster Contest
Cartmell Elementary
1708 Highland Ave
Carrollton, KY 41008
Cartmell Elementary School, located in Carrollton, Kentucky, serves grades 4-5 in the Carroll County School District. Tammie Crawford. www.ccasky.com 5027326040
The Gryphon Press will be donating award winning children's books to this school for students and in gratitude for their participation.
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
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Thursday, April 14th 11:00 am -11:00 pm
L.I.F.E. House for Animals AppleBee's Fundraiser
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill
1307 US Highway 127 S
Frankfort, KY 40601-4358
Present flyer which you can print off website when paying your bill and 10% will be donated to LIFE House to benefit our animal guests. Thank you for your ongoing support. Visit their website to see adoptables http://www.lifehouse4animals.org/
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Thursday, April 14th 2:00-4:00 pm
Wolf Run Wildlife Sanctuary Book Signing Benefit
Wolf Run
7376 Old Danville Road
Nicholasville Kentucky
just south of the Camp Nelson Heritage Park and military cemetery
Joseph Beth book signing party with Molly Harper.
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Thursday, April 14th 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Animal Care Society Adoption Day
Petsmart
Hurstbourne Parkway
next to Marshalls and Dicks Sporting Goods
Lousiville, KY 40299
The Hurstbourne Parkway Petsmart has generously offered ACS the opportunity to bring a few dogs and puppies to their store every Thursday evening. An ACS staff member will be on-site to answer any questions you might have.
If you decide that you would like to offer a loving, forever home to one of the dogs or puppies you meet during your visit, the necessary forms will be on hand as the first step of the application process. Hope to see you there! http://www.animalcaresociety.org/
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Adopt A Shelter Pet, Volunteer, Donate
Kentucky Animal Shelters
Shelters & Rescue Groups
Petfinder
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Friday, April 15th 5:00 pm -8:00 pm
Paris Art Walk
**Some percentage going Wolf Run wildlife Sanctuary **
Downtown
525 High Street
Paris, Kentucky 40361
This Downtown Paris bi-annual event has doubled in size since the first ARTWALK. In fact, it is the name sake and downtown festival model for no less than 6 other similar celebrations in Central Kentucky . We can be justifiable proud that our's was "The Original ARTWALK".
To effect ANY change - to forward any agenda, in short to make a difference ... the first step is engagement. ARTWALK does just that. It brings OUR community together for a common celebration and if we can do this for art and music - who is to say that WE cannot leverage that same energy and enthusiasm to forward Rotary's Mission.
Set up with Chris Mucklow Meyer with some percentage going WR and Caseys Nest.
Chris' facebook: Owner/Freelance Photographer at Memories ________________________________________________
Friday, April 15th 6:15pm8:00 pm
Carroll County Adoptables Walk
~~Candlelight Walk Around Courthouse Square~~
For Animals Who Need Homes
Carroll County Courthouse
440 Main Street
Carrollton, KY 41008
Meet in the Parking Lot of the Library (Carroll County Public Library 136 Court Street, Carrollton, KY 41008 )
Note: Food Drive Items can be donated at the Blossom Shop 9am5pm
(Permanent Supply Drop Off Location.
Blossom Shop Florist 2218 Bardstown Rd. Louisville KY 40205)
www.ccasky.com Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals Contact Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
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Saturday, April 16th 9:00 am - 2:00 p.m.
Humane Society of Calloway County
Doggie Day Spa & Pet ID Clinic
Carmen Pavilion
2105 College Farm Road (across from)
Calloway County High school
Murray Kentucky 42071
Event hosted by Murray State University's Animal Health Technology/Pre-veterinary Club.
The cost is $7 for a bath, $4 for ear cleaning and nail trim or $10 for bath, ear cleaning and nail trim all performed by animal health technology and pre-veterinary students.
The Humane Society will microchip dogs for only $10 each. A microchip the size of a grain of rice is inserted between the shoulder blades of a dog in a relatively painless and quick procedure.
Each microchip transponder has a unique number which enables a shelter or veterinary clinic to scan the animal for this number which will be registered with a national database allowing the owner to be contacted when the pet is found. Local veterinary offices, the animal shelter and Humane Society have scanners to read these microchips as do most across the country.
Your pet can also be added to the FREE Lost Pet Photo Registry and we'll be making pet ID tags for $3 each. For any questions on animals in our community, contact the Humane Society of Calloway County at 270-759-1884 or website humanesociety@murray-ky
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Saturday, April 16th 9:00 am- 12:00 noon
Bowling Green
2011 Arbor Day Celebration!
Kereiakes Park
1220 Fairview Ave,
Bowling Green, KY 42103
A community celebration of Arbor Day! Includes tree care, planting demos, free trees.& kids activities. Free for all ages. Leashed pets are welcome! Contact is Jared Weaver. (270)-393-3000. Park number is (270) 782-0144 . Bowling Green is located in southern central portion of beautiful Kentucky.
Adopt a shelter animal and save a life! Petfinder pics and numbers on this page.
Arbor Day (from the Latin arbor, meaning tree) is a holiday in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant and care for trees. The first Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872, and an estimated 1 million trees were planted that day.
Many countries observe a similar holiday. The celebration is usually observed in Spring....the date varies, depending on climate and suitable planting season.
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Saturday, April 16th 10:00am - 4:00pm
Scott County Humane Society Adoption Day
& New Lost Cost Spay Neuter Clinic
PetSmart
1060 Hansel Ave.
Florence, KY. 41042
Come see some of our beautiful adoptable dogs and cats and find your next best friend at Petsmart. Also learn how to become involved to help the animals.
The Scott County Humane Society, a non-profit community in Scott County, KY is united in a mission to ensure humane care and conditions for companion animals through spay/neuter, humane awareness education, and responsible pet adoption and ownership. Website is http://www.sc4paws.org/
The Scott County Humane Society is pleased to announce the opening of our new Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic! For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 502-370-4086.
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Saturday, April 9th 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Jessamine County Public Library
JCPL "Not-So-Pedigree Pooch Show"
Jessamine County Public Library
600 South Main Street
Nicholasville, KY 40356
What a fun way to spend the afternoon at the library! Bring your dog and have fun, fun fun!
Is your pooch less than pedigree, but loaded with charm? Does your canine companion ignore commands like "Heel!" but consent to being used as a movie-time pillow? Have you ever heard the complimentary exclamation "Hey, your dog looks just like you!"? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then your dog could be a winner in JCPL's Not-So-Pedigree Pooch Show!
Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
10:00 am Best Tail Wag (Hold up the treat and watch those behinds wiggle)
10:30 am Most Shapely Couch Cushion (for dogs who are a little on the "fluffy" side)
11:00 am Dog & Owner Look Alikes (there's no shame in looking like your human)
11:30 am Walk-Along Dog (For those talented pups who can walk like two-leggeds)
12:00 pm Grinnin' Fool (whose got the winning smile?)
12:30 pm Canine Karoke (bring any music you like and get your dog to sing along)
Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and to make a difference in the lives of others. _____________________________________________________
Saturday, April 16th 10:00 am -2:00 pm
Central Kentucky Tack & Leather Open House
-Donations to Kentucky Equine Humane-
Central Kentucky Tack & Leather
3380 Paris Pike,
Lexington, KY 40511
Free Tack Repairs* With any donation to Kentucky Equine Humane Center or New Vocations Race Horse Adoption.* Excludes Saddle Trees or Stirrup Bars. phone
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Saturday, April 16th 10:00 am -6:00 pm
True Heart MinPin Rescue Adoption Day
Petsmart
2175 Lantern Ridge Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
Please come out and meet us and see our truly loving adoptables. You may just meet one of these sweet babes and want to bring their sweet unconditional love into your lives. Find out how you can volunteer a few hours and really make a difference in saving lives of these precious animals.
We are a 501(c)3, all-volunteer organization, dedicated primarily to "relocating" and "rehabilitating" abandoned, abused, homeless and shelter animals. We provide veterinary care, screen adoptive homes, and give referral and breed information. Visit our website to see what we do. http://www.trueheartminpinrescue.org/
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Saturday, April 16th 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Kentucky Equine Humane Center Farm Open House
Kentucky Equine Humane Center
1713 Catnip Hill
Nicholasville, KY 40356
Mission: To provide humane treatment and shelter while working as a clearinghouse to seek adoptive homes for all of Kentucky's unwanted equines, regardless of breed. info@kyehc.org
To educate the public and raise awareness for responsible equine ownership so that fewer horses end up in crisis. To work with and serve as a model for organizations with the same mission in other states: to save America's equines from inhumane treatment.
From Nicholasville Rd. : SOUTH on NICHOLASVILLE RD / US-27 toward Nicholasville. Turn RIGHT onto CATNIP HILL RD / KY-3375, go approximately 1 1/2 miles.
Farm is on right.1713 Catnip Hill Rd.
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Saturday, April 16th Sign ups start at 10:30 am
Friends of the Animals of Jessamine County
Bone Hunt
Lighthouse Baptist Church
105 Shun Pike
Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356
Food on the Grill, Silent Auction, Door Prizes
All Dog registering will receive a bandana and of course, the bone hunt. The first 50 people to sign up will get a goodie bag. Sign ups start at 10:30 and the Bone Hunt will start at 11:30.
All Dogs must be on a leash. For info please contact Christy Hager at 859-983-3551. Visit our facebook page: Friends of the Animals of Jessamine County: Facebook page
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Saturday, April 16th 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
SOAR
Speak Out And Rescue Educational & Adoption Event
SOAR
North & Central Kentucky
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Adoption Event at Petsmart
1945 Pavillion
Lexington, KY 40509
SOAR is an all volunteer organization based in Georgetown, Kentucky focusing on the plight of dogs chained continuously outdoors.
SOAR was formed to speak out on behalf of chained, abused, and neglected dogs, and to help rescue those in need.
SOAR works with other animal welfare groups and helps transport, advocate and educate, to create better living conditions for all animals.
SOAR supports legislation for stiffer penalties for animal abuse and works with state and local governments to change laws and ordinances.
http://www.speakoutandrescue.org/
Congratulations to Tracy who along with fellow advocates was able to get a NO CHAINING law passed in Frankfort in December 2010. No dog can be chained unless accompanied with person who is 14 yrs old there with them.
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Saturday, April 16th 11:00- 2:00 pm.
L.I.F.E. House for Animals/ Kroger Supply Drive
Kroger
302 Brighton Park Boulevard,
Frankfort, KY 40601
We will be at Kroger East in Brighton Park handing out wish lists and collecting donations. Please come meet us and see some of our guests and donate if you can. See wish list on L.I.F.E. House 4 Animals website. http://www.lifehouse4animals.org/Home.aspx
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Saturday, April 16th 12 Noon to 3pm
Central KY Regional Humane Society
EKU Cares Advocacy Day
Central Kentucky Regional Humane
214 Richmond Street
Lancaster, Ky 40444
Please join us for this special day is hosted by EKU students in Dr. Privott’s Advocacy and Research OTS Course Number 402 to promote awareness about access to a low cost, high quality spay and neuter program planned for CKRHS.
Dr. Diane Hellwig, DVM will be on hand to conduct a question and answer session. Lunch and concessions will be available with the proceeds benefiting the CKYRHS. Save the date to attend this informative event and to view the adorable pets available for adoption. Email ckyrhs@ckyrhs.org CKYRHS sincerely appreciate your continued support.
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Saturday, April 16th 12:00 Noon1:00 pm
Lowcost Vaccination Clinic
Healthy EARS & FEET mean Wagging Tails!
~~~Ear Cleaning & Nail Trimming with
Donated food item~~~
Carroll County Animal Clinic
20 Vincent Weaver Way
Carrollton, KY 41008-8313
Note: Food Drive Items can be donated at the Blossom Shop 9am5pm (Permanent Supply Drop Off Location) www.ccasky.com
Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
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Sunday April 17th 10:30 am -2:00 pm
Wolf Run Wildlife Sanctuary
Spring Brunch Perry House
Wolf Run
7376 Old Danville Road
Nicholasville Kentucky
just south of the Camp Nelson Heritage Park and military cemetery
Our annual brunch is going to be in the same place, at the Perry House, in Camp Nelson. Last year was such a nice affair and then year we plan to triple attendance and put this brunch on the map of things to do! This year we will not have live music but will be playing a nice piece of jazz in the background. A new addition this year will be a silent auction.
If you have any nice items you would like to donate to the WR silent auction, we would be most grateful for them! Boots Lemay (my little house lamb) will be at the brunch as well as Peaches my Cockatoo! That should liven things up! Please plan to attend. The refuge is also open and we had a great turnout last year. People had a fine lunch then headed to the refuge to see our animals! ceoatwrwrhope@aol.com phone (859) 881-3449
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Sunday, April 17th TBA
Carroll County Adoptables Animals.
"Blessing of the Animals" at Point Park
Point Park
Carrollton, KY 41008
Point Park is located on land at the confluence of the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers. Point Park is owned by the City of Carrollton and available to the public with boat ramp, Gazebo and playground. The Park is fully equipped with electric, water and gas capabilities throughout the facility.
For more info, call Tammie Crawford: 5027326040
Note: Food Drive Items can be donated at the Blossom Shop 9am5pm (Permanent Supply Drop Off Location) . Pet food so much needed!
www.ccasky.com Facebook: Carroll County Adoptable Animals
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Sunday, April 17th 5:00 pm-6:00 pm eastern time
A Prayer for the Animals
~An official Kentucky Week for the Animals event~
Join others who would like to observe a moment of prayer for the precious animals. We are requesting prayers from 5-6 pm eastern time on Sunday April 17th.
This is a multi-faith observance.
Wherever you are, if you can observe a moment for the animals who need us...that collective energy will surely grow and bring light to our cause to love, assist and help them from any and all suffering.
For ideas on this activity:
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Click on the swimming dolphins to hear "One Love."