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CLE DOG July 2017

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ALL THINGS DOG IN NORTHEAST OHIO CLEDOG NET E FRE No 4 JULY 2017 DNA Testing On the Water Road Trippin Cool Treats

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dogs of the cle submit your photos mark cledog net Henry at Hinkley Lake Ziggy takes in a ballgame Jameson from Madison in loving memory Finn and Riley know what s up Cooper the Goldendoodle at Rocky River Park Mr Watson is thrilled about his bath The CITY DOGS Running Group in The Flats Tilly from Strongsville Bella and Tiki Girl yucking it up Pinto is gassed Sonic at Edgewater Beach Frankie from Avon Lake Jensen and Rosie looking sharp D O G is a 2 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback Lab mix

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J U L Y Doggie paddling takes on a whole new meaning as CLE dog owners unleash their pooches for some time on and in the water We share the latest way to stay cool and look cool stand up paddle boarding and kayaking with your dog Of course summer wouldn t be complete without a road trip or two so we re packing up the pooches for a well deserved vacay and sharing tips and resources galore everything from where to find a dog friendly RV to what to pack for Pixie And it is July which means fireworks and thunderstorms are in the air so this month s Pick of the Pack column features homeopathic ways to help ease your dog s anxiety and stress during the Fourth of July holiday and summer storm season Finally have you ever wondered what breeds your mutt is made of We teamed up with a local rescue group to see what all the fuss is about when it comes to these popular doggie DNA kits Are they accurate How much do they cost We have an expert weigh in on this trend Whatever you have planned this summer CLE DOG wants to make it easier for you to get out there and enjoy the North Coast with your dog It takes a pack On the cover Lakewood resident Todd Rohde and his dog Libby enjoy SUPing together on Cleveland s waterways Their favorite spot is Whiskey Island but on this day we caught up with the dynamic duo on the Rocky River within Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River reservation Photos by Greg Murray Greg Murray Photography inside GET OUT THERE 2 0 1 7 4 ASK THE TRAINER 7 DOG IN THE CITY 9 PICK OF THE PACK 6 8 10 12 14 17 19 FROM THE CAGE TO THE COUCH COOL SUMMER POOCH TREATS PUP ON SUP BOOTCAMP WITH YOUR DOG ROAD TRIPPIN DOG DNA TESTING JULY CALENDAR Publishers Karen Uthe Semancik Mark Brabant Webmaster Karolina Shook Cover Photo Greg Murray Columnists Jennifer Baker Pick of the Pack Chuck Stella Ask the Trainer Amanda Roush Dog in the City Contributing Writers Susan Spisak Ann McDonald Tina Wittine CLE DOG magazine is published monthly by GoFetch Media LLC P O Box 40172 Bay Village OH 44140 Copyright 2017 GoFetch Media LLC All rights are reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission Unsolicited articles are invited but the Publishers reserve the right to edit any and all materials All materials submitted to CLE DOG are considered to be CLE DOG property and unconditionally assigned to CLE DOG for publication and copyright purposes ADVERTISING INFORMATION Karen Uthe Semancik Karen cledog net 216 598 6361 PHOTO SUBMISSIONS Mark Brabant Mark cledog net 440 785 4136 Join our email newsletter list at CLEDOG net

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BEHAVIOR BY CHUCK STELLA Q Is dog daycare right for my dog And what is proper etiquette at daycare and dog parks A Daycare is a wonderful experience if your dog is well adjusted and social A question we need to ask ourselves is does my dog want to run around and play with other dogs Not every dog does If you do have a social dog daycare can be a very enjoyable experience As a trainer and owner of a daycare The Bark Club there are a few things we need to consider when thinking of dogs behavior and interactions Some dogs need help with adjusting to the rules humans have made for them in public situations Dogs that get over excited when seeing another dog are more likely to get a negative reaction from the dog they are trying to greet Dogs need to shake hands before they engage in social interaction The proper way to greet is to sniff each other on the rear end or the genitalia I see most people stop their dogs from doing this because it offends the human This is a crucial part of the transfer of necessary information status health and intent Dogs that greet face to face tend to have more social issues than dogs that greet appropriately is not respecting the other dog s body language that he does not wish to engage This behavior must be interrupted immediately to prevent escalation Growling is also a social behavior and it can be a signal to create space or claim an item It can also just be vocalizing in play Dogs that growl are less likely to act out aggressively right off the bat It is generally a warning but should be acknowledged Tail tuck and slinking are signs of fear and need to be addressed immediately These dogs are overwhelmed and should be removed to a smaller group or a calmer setting Dogs left in this situation will generally get into trouble if the human doesn t step in Vocalizing is when dogs squeak and yelp when they see another dog and this should be addressed Depending on the temperament of the dog this could be excitement or aggressive vocalizing This can be fixed with a professional dog trainer s help Play bowing stretching and low body position are all signs of good social behavior If your dog is yawning scratching his neck or licking his genitals these are signs of nervousness It doesn t mean the dog should be removed from the activity but watch the for ongoing stress signs When assessing dogs for daycare we look for these signals Working with dogs for this long has taught me one thing we don t know everything about dog body language All animals have a very complex social structure We humans tend to put our social structure on them which is a burden to the dog We tend to look at their behavior as simple and come to judgment based on what we see Dogs rely on instinct and sense of smell Humans rely on habit and visual cues I ll bet on my dog every time While at daycare we also watch for bullying behaviors especially the dog doing the bullying Dogs who chest bump or put their head over the back of another dog are showing signs of bullying It s not something to worry about every time but if it s a constant it should be addressed We also look for targeting Targeting is when a dog relentlessly pursues another dog and Chuck Stella is owner of The Bark Club daycare and Elite K911 Training Behavior A professional dog trainer for 13 years he is a member of International Association of Canine Professionals a graduate of Columbia University and a Code 3 Ohio Humane Agent His pack Chupa Venus Radar and Butch who recently passed 4 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio

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From the Cage C uch to the Earlier this year R E A L Rott Rescue took in 12 breeder released Rottweilers from Carroll County These poor girls spent their entire lives in a barn with no human contact Their microchips were traced to Serbia Paris was the last to be adopted She was fearful of people and completely shut down Her foster family worked to help Paris gain confidence And although she was afraid of the resident cat she really bonded with the dogs of the house So much so that her foster family decided to adopt her Paris now resides in Garfield Heights and enjoys lounging chin scratches and going to doggie daycare She still has bouts of anxiety but has come a long way she even likes cats now PetPeople is proud to sponsor From the Cage to the Couch As your neighborhood store for pets we are deeply committed to supporting local nonprofit animal related charities Come bring your rescued pets into one of our eight Northeast Ohio stores for natural wholesome and nutritious foods and treats to help them thrive in their new life www PetPeopleStores com Partners With Paws of Lorain County Inc raises funds for pets in need like Paris Saving homeless pets four paws at a time PartnersWithPawsOfLorainCountyInc www PartnersWithPawsLC com 6 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio

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AROUND TOWN BY AMANDA ROUSH BELLA from Dog Life in CLE One thing you must do this summer get ice cream with your dog The heat waves in Cleveland have us running to Tremont Scoops This local ice cream shop in the Tremont neighborhood supplies you with 24 flavors of locally made ice cream with vegan lactose free and gluten free offerings available Most importantly they sell Dogsters ice cream for your pooch Dogs are not allowed inside but they can hang out in the doghouse outside while you get the ice cream There are benches and tables outside so you can enjoy the ice cream together on a nice day For those who follow us on social media you may have noticed that Dog Life in CLE has been hosting a dog meet up on both the east and west sides of Cleveland each month We want to invite you to experience the places we are blogging about with us We are exploring more metroparks dog parks and restaurants around Cleveland It is a great way to get everyone together explore new places and interact with other dogs and dog owners Our first meet up was at the end of May at Euclid Creek Reservation Eight dogs and their owners walked the Upper Highland Trail in this Cleveland Metropark for almost two hours This paved trail runs along Euclid Creek We all enjoyed the views each other s company and all the unique personalities of each dog To find out more about other Meetups scheduled throughout the summer as well as other dog friendly events we ll be at visit our blog doglifeincle com Please note that events may be rescheduled if weather doesn t permit July 2017 CLEDOG net 7

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REVIEWS BY JENNIFER BAKER JULY PRODUCTS ANXIETY REDUCERS July can be a tough month for dogs with anxiety issues especially when it comes to noise phobia Fireworks and summer storms are like a one two punch for our poor pooches Some dogs may suffer from severe anxiety and require medication but oftentimes alternative therapies are enough to keep them comfortable Two of our dogs are noise phobic and we use a combination of Thundershirts a pheromone based aromatherapy spray and an herbal tincture called Tranquility Blend The Thundershirt is a snug fitting vest that swaddles your dog similar to swaddling a baby It has to fit well to work so I recommend bringing your pet into the store to try the vest on We have them at the Grateful Dog Bakery and are happy to do a fitting to make sure you get the right size It is also important to put the Thundershirt on before the storm or fireworks start For storms your dog will feel the change in atmospheric pressure well before the thunder and lightning start Keep an eye on the weather forecast and be prepared Available in a variety of styles and colors The Thundershirt has a small attached patch designed to be spritzed with Pet Remedy an aromatherapy spray This safe product is a combination of calming pheromones lavender and chamomile Tranquility Blend is from Animal Essentials and is a combination of different herbs that have a calming effect without sedating your pet We start giving our dogs Tranquility Blend the week before the Fourth of July and keep it going until the noise stops Jennifer Baker is owner of the Grateful Dog Bakery in North Ridgeville an all natural dog and cat supply store featuring an in store dog bakery She is the proud mom of five dogs and one cat To contact Jennifer email news gratefuldogbakery com or follow her GratefulDogB Using these three things in combination gets our dogs through fireworks and thunderstorms pretty comfortably They aren t happy but they aren t pacing and panicking either July 2017 CLEDOG net 9

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FEATURE Bored with dog walks and dog parks Look to the board this summer the paddle board Stand up paddle boarding or SUP is gaining popularity with CLE pooch parents allowing them to enjoy time on the water with Tucker in tow By Karen Uthe Semancik Ginny Walters Jazzy Pepper 10 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio Photos by Greg Murray Photography

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F E A T U R E It s not really known when dogs first appeared on SUP boards but since a lot of canines like water and pooch parents like to spend time with their dogs it was inevitable CLE DOG recently spent an afternoon with a few of these water loving active dog owners to find out more about this newer dog friendly sport Exercise fun companionship and webbed feet are some of the reasons Jeff and Cheri Christian SUP with their pups Sunny Labrador Retriever age 5 and Bella Brittany age 7 The Rocky River couple has been paddling Lake Erie for four years and are on the water every day weather permitting When they introduced the sport to their fur kids they dove right in but made sure the dogs were completely comfortable in the water before introducing the boards The process took about two days Bella on the other hand prefers to swim the entire time and considers her time on the board a punishment The Christians play it safe and always use dog life vests for their girls and personal flotation devices and the ankle leashes attached to their boards for themselves They bring along a floating Frisbee for Sunny since Bella prefers to follow the birds These master paddlers favorite spot to SUP is at Bradstreet Landing in Rocky River for good parking a clean beach and an area for the dogs to wander around and frolic Lakewood s Todd Rohde and dog Libby a 22 month old Golden Retriever recommend going out of Whiskey Island when you re just starting out He says the area has easy access calm and protected Todd Rohde and Libby was already into SUP so I requested a water dog Libby and the board have brought me true moments of calm and serenity on the water says Rohde two years We started on the island of St Kitts where Jethro is from and where I went to vet school He was found as a feral puppy and he rescued me Libby was given to Rohde by Wags for Warriors She was born on 9 11 Sort of fitting for a veteran s service dog This is their second year on the water together and Rohde said he got Libby used to the sport right away Ziegler says they started in shallow clam water on the island so she could stand next to the board and get him used to it As soon as I got her home we did some dry land SUP n fin off and teaching her to access the board and stay Rohde added a rubber mat to his board called a traction pad or paws pad yes they actually make them specifically for dogs to help keep Libby from slipping and to prevent toenails from scratching the board A rubber tub mat with suction cups can also do the job Jeff and Cheri Christian with Sunny and Bella At first Sunny was jumping off the board and returning quickly until she gained the trust she needed knowing she can return whenever she wants Now she swims about 90 of the time we are SUPing says Jeff Christian waters and a decent beach You can find this dynamic duo on the water a few times a month I m a disabled veteran US Navy and due to my condition the VA recommended a service dog I Coconut Retriever Jethro and his mom Rachel Ziegler of Tremont also SUP at Whiskey Island Ziegler says her 5 year old dog is a natural and she can t get him out of the water We ve been SUPing for about I love my dog and love being able to do things with him the more adventurous the better says Ziegler Does your dog have to be a water dog breed to enjoy this sport No Just ask Rocky River resident Ginny Walters a yoga teacher and paddle board instructor with the She Collective in Cleveland knowingshe com Her rescue dog Jazzy Pepper an Australian Shepherd mix from the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter loves the water but doesn t love going in the water and stays on mom s board unless she falls off And that doesn t happen often as mom is an expert paddler out every day Jazzy goes with me when I teach paddle board yoga classes and when I take people on excursions July 2017 CLEDOG net 11

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F E A T U R E Sometimes I dock and practice yoga on a pier or boat dock She runs around and comes back to check in on me Eventually she Rachel Ziegler and Jethro And if SUP isn t for you and your pup consider kayaking Westlake resident Kate Michel and her dog Oliver Waffles a 10 month old Golden Retriever started kayaking just this year and go out in her small boat at least once a week Their favorite spot is the Rocky River within the Metroparks Rocky River Reservation in Lakewood beautiful Metroparks and hang out on the water with my dog means everything to me Being an Ohio transplant my dog is the best sidekick A friendly dog is also a great way to meet people says Michel Whether you re looking for peace adventure new friends or just a different way to stay active with your dog this summer go for a paddle with your pooch on the North Coast s waterways It s what s SUP this summer During the winter we practiced sitting in the kayak and getting in and out on command Doing this in our front yard probably looked a little silly to the neighbors but it made it a lot easier to transition to water says Michel Photo Brian Spugnardi settles and waits for me to finish my practice We rest in savasana a yoga pose traditionally done at the end of a practice together Besides kayaking Oliver Waffles enjoys dock diving and mom says keeping him out of the water is the hard part but that s okay with her Being able to explore the Kate Michel and Oliver Waffles Here s another summer activity you can do with your pooch BOOTCAMP WITH YOUR DOG When I tell people I drive 45 minutes to the eastside of Cleveland to work out they think I m crazy When I explain it s to work out with my dog most get it It s hard to leave your dog to go work out after you ve been at work all day A long dog walk in the evening is about as much exercise as most can fit in Not anymore Five years ago Heidi Braun brought Thank Dog Bootcamp to Cleveland for this very reason As a dog mom who worked full time Braun found it hard to find the time to exercise and spend time with her dog Maggie was nine months old had way too much energy and wasn t sleeping at night I worked all day and taking her for an hour walk when I got home and then heading to the gym myself was not working I didn t want to give up my workouts or Maggie but something had to change Braun said She read about the Thank Dog Bootcamp franchise in a magazine and decided to bring it to Cleveland serving Eastern Cuyahoga County with NEO Thank Dog Bootcamp The 60minute class combines a workout for you with obedience training for your dog During 10 minute intervals you re alternating between cardio drills with your dog working on sit stay and down and strength training for you New bootcampers are required to bring their dogs to meet 12 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio By Ann McDonald Braun before joining the camp so she can assess temperament and knowledge of basic commands Although the class is great for high energy dogs it s good for all types And since the class is designed to help your dog focus on you vs socializing it s even good for shy or fearful pooches The class is laid back and everyone goes at his her own pace I am by no means a fitness fanatic but I can keep up with the exercises and never feel judged It s really more about getting a group of dog lovers together to be active with their dogs But that doesn t mean Braun isn t having an impact on her bootcampers The success story that comes to mind is about two sisters Thank Dog Bootcamp was a kick start to a healthier lifestyle for them and a complete turnaround for their dogs Braun said Combined they have lost over 80 pounds and their dogs have made major improvements Thanks to Braun the dog friendly workout craze is spreading throughout Northeast Ohio Last year Heidi Diulus opened Thank Dog Fit in Lorain County after attending Braun s classes Thank Dog allows me to get the three things I enjoy most out of life the outdoors my dog and working out says Diulus For classes times visit thankdogneo com east and thankdogfit com west

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A SILVER ANNIVERSARY of Saving Goldens Golden Retrievers In Need GRIN RESCUE SAVE THE DATE GRIN s 25th Anniversary Gala Saturday October 21st St Michael s Woodside Party Center TICKETS ON SALE NOW Want to get involved Fosters are needed VISIT WWW GRINRESCUE ORG July 2017 CLEDOG net 13

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RECREATION By Susan Spisak TWELVE YEARS AGO my husband and I decided to take our 4 leggeds to Asheville NC I found a dog friendly cottage complete with a babbling brook and fenced acreage The combined cost of the pet fee and necessary minivan rental was less than kenneling them Boarding three then later four Goldens for two weeks empties the wallet in a hurry That initial dog toting trip was such a success that we ve made it our thing to take them along While we ve enjoyed several weekends to state park cabins we ve settled on taking off season vacays fewer people and less traffic to the Outer Banks of NC We have the routine down now but we were flying by the seat of our pants those first few trips Here are some ideas and website links so you too can create a perfect dog cation 14 All things DOG in Northeast Ohio

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R E C R E A T I O N Choose your vacation destination and search for a home condo or apartment rental Sites such as HomeAway com VRBO com and Airbnb com have pet friendly filters or list dogs ok in the amenities If you re inclined to wander skip the onespot holiday destination and rent an RV to mosey cross country Check out RV Share Cleveland at rvshare com rvrental cleveland oh look under suitability or optional fees for pet friendly notation I was pleasantly surprised by the number of RV renters who allow dogs If you re traveling a distance find dog friendly motels hotels and campgrounds for your sleepovers at petfriendlytravel com Map your journey and strategically note pit stops along the way Websites like US Rest Areas and MapQuest are helpful Or use an old fashioned hard copy road map A dogeared AAA TripTik gets us to the beach Confirm that Buddy s up to date on all vaccines and keep his medical records in your cell phone there are scads of free smartphone apps available Or you can go old school and make a copy of his records and store in a Ziploc bag in the glove box Be sure he s wearing a collar with his county license and a tag imprinted with his name and your cell number Ask your vet about microchipping him they re tiny injectable and permanent IDs If you do have him microchipped remember to register your contact info and cell number in a pet recovery database like FreePetChipRegistry These precautions will speed his return if he s lost on the Highway If you need to find a vet during your travels visit the Bring Fido website at bringfido com resource veterinarians Or ask pet owning locals We did just that when we needed a vacation vet and were pleased with the recommendation Load a sturdy plastic bag with a jug of water travel bowls meal sized portions of food and waste disposal bags for rest area and overnight stops Use a canvas tote for his medicines and preventatives grooming supplies treats and toys Place both containers in a handy spot for quick access We also throw in a large bag of our preferred kibble dog bed pillows and extra sheets to keep the cottage couches fur free respectful renters are welcomed back Keep your pooch restrained during car time he can be a distraction and may even cause an accident Opt for a back seat dog hammock or a safety harness that works with a seat belt If he s smaller try a canine booster seat And if you have a cargo area you can fasten and secure a well ventilated crate for his riding pleasure Be aware of leash laws and dog rules We thought we were aware of all off season offleash beaches on the Outer Banks Alas offleash privileges don t apply to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Thank you Mr Park Ranger for just giving us a warning saving us the stiff 80 fine If you re not one of the many dog owners already packing your pup into the SUV for a road trip get with the program Plan ahead and see how much fun it can be to take the fur kid along To make sure your road trip with Rex is stress free Dr George Banta of VCA Great Lakes Veterinary Specialists offers these suggestions VCA greatlakes com TRIP TIPS Try short trips before the big summer tour to see how he does on longer car rides Take along a blanket and a favorite toy that your dog can amuse himself with Smaller dogs should be in a secured carrier larger dogs in a canine seat belt Take a water bowl for your dog Like you he ll get thirsty Plan on rest stops so he can bathroom and stretch Some dogs don t travel well Talk to your veterinarian about homeopathic and other supplements to take the edge off If something stronger is needed talk to your veterinarian in advance When crossing state lines or traveling internationally be sure to plan ahead Often you will need a health certificate within 10 days of travel Use your veterinarian as a resource for more information FIRST AID TAKE ALONGS Something to use as a muzzle even the nicest dogs will bite if injured badly enough Use a muzzle when moving your dog but don t leave it on for more than a few minutes Clean towels can be soaked in water for heat stroke used for compression for bleeding padding for comfort or to wrap as bandages for serious leg wounds ACE bandages and non adherent bandage pads are a good thing to have handy and don t take up much space They can be used for wrapping injuries and dressing wounds White medical tape to hold towels and or bandages in place but not too tight Quik Stop corn starch or flour will work in a pinch to stop bleeding from torn broken toenails Any medications your dog takes regularly or as needed Your veterinarian s phone number The phone number of veterinary emergency clinics where you ll be traveling through and to ASPCA Animal Poison Control Number 888 426 4435

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Dog DNA Testing Ever wonder what your mutt s makeup is Wonder no longer For about 80 you can find out your pooch s pedigree with a swab of the cheek S o why test your dog s DNA While pooch parents may want to settle their curiosity Connie Field of Avon Lake based Love A Stray dog rescue thinks these findings may help adoptable dogs find the right homes Love A Stray has a funny breed mix looking for a forever home Mable is a large dog about 65 pounds and nine months old She has very long legs and funny hair so we decided to do a DNA test on her to determine her breed mix says Field Knowing the breed mix of a high energy dog like Mable can be helpful in placement If she is an Irish Wooflhound mix or German Wirehaired Pointer mix a home with breed specific experience might be helpful Mabel s foster mom dog trainer Agnes Szulecki used the Mars Veterinary Wisdom Panel 3 0 Breed Identification DNA Test Kit which according to WebMD for pets compares a larger sampling of dog breeds and emails you the test results within about two weeks By Karen Uthe Semancik Owners can use this information to tailor a preventative care and screening program for their pet to identify disease at its earliest stage when it is most treatable Talk to your veterinarian to find out which type of DNA testing is right for your needs Can you guess Mabel s breed We ll reveal this sweet girl s DNA test results in the August issue of CLE DOG So are these dog DNA kits accurate We asked Dr Lisa O Donnell of Avon Lake Animal Clinic for her thoughts DNA testing has become more available in recent years The science behind these tests is solid and the information is very accurate says Dr O Donnell She shares that in a recent study experts including veterinarians breeders and dog trainers were only able to correctly identify breed composition based on physical appearance about 27 of the time According to Dr O Donnell while many factors come together to shape the behavior of any pet breed characteristics can help predict the activity level trainability and size You wouldn t want to place a highenergy difficult to train large pet with a family with young children that have never owned a dog says Dr O Donnell She says that besides breed composition dog DNA testing can provide information on certain medical conditions that may have an inherited component and that genetic screening is also available to determine a dog s risk for developing certain conditions July 2017 CLEDOG net 17

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HOLIDA YS CALENDAR JuLY All American Pet Photo Day July 11 National Pet Fire Safety Day July 15 National Craft for Your Local Shelters Day July 21 National Mutt Day July 31 ADOPTION EVENT July 8 from 10 a m 1 p m at Rural King 430 Oberlin Road Elyria Come meet adoptables from Multiple Breed Ohio For more info visit mbrohio com PUPS AND PINTS July 9 from 1 4 p m at Sibling Revelry Brewing 29305 Clemens Road Westlake Join City Dogs Cleveland Dog Life in CLE and the Grateful Dog Bakery for a day of adoptable dogs and dog oriented gifts and treats all while spending time with your own pup Visit siblingrevelrybrewing com for more info BITS AND LEASHES July 14 from 5 p m Dark at the Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field Jumper Pavilion Enjoy a ringside cocktail party raffle silent auction and dinner while watching the infamous Horse Hound Relay 75 each includes general seating buffet dinner wine and one raffle ticket Proceeds benefit Rescue Village For ticket info visit chagrinhunterjumpterclassic org spectator fun YOGA TO THE RESCUE July 15 from Noon 4 p m at Soul Stretch Yoga 31142 Center Ridge Road Westlake Come enjoy a free yoga practice with a donation to Love A Stray Dog Division Adoptable dogs dog oriented vendors food raffles and more For more info visit soulstretchmobileyoga com SIPS FOR SNIPS July 16 from 2 5 p m at Ferrante Winery 5587 W River Road Geneva Food raffles entertainment and Ferrante s wines 30 50 ticket levels Proceeds benefit PetFix Northeast Ohio Well behaved dogs welcome Rain or shine event Visit petfixnortheastohio org for more info DRIVE IN WITH YOUR DOG July 16 at 8 p m at Aut O Rama Drive in 33395 Lorain Road North Ridgeville A 5 donation to Multiple Breed Rescue lets your pet attend the drive in with you Third annual event requires all dogs to be leashed and you must clean up after your pet Normal entrance fees apply for humans For more info including the movie that evening visit autoramadrivein com ADOPTATHON GREG MURRAY BOOK SIGNING July 22 from 11 a m 2 p m at Avon Lake Public Library 32649 Electric Blvd Avon Lake Book signing with the Peanut Butter Dogs author photographer and adoptable dogs from Love A Stray Dog Division For more info visit loveastraydog com STRAYS STYLE July 29 from Noon 4 p m at Sisters Co Salon 684 Avon Belden Road Avon Lake Adoption event with Love A Stray Dog Division cookout raffles and more For more info visit loveastraydog com MURDER MYSTERY DINNER July 29 at 5 p m Lorain Storm s Angels is holding a murder mystery fundraiser with a Christmas in July theme that includes an Italian 5 course meal dancing photo and raffles 30 per person or 50 a couple Call 440 782 1268 for ticket info The location is also a mystery and is only being revealed to those attending No walk ins pre registration only GRIN S 3RD ANNUAL I SCREAM SOCIAL July 16 from 11 30 a m 3 p m at Oak Grove Pavilion in the Brecksville Metropark Enjoy a Golden s Day of Summer with a pet blessing ice cream from Z s Cream Bean and K9 ice cream Dogs will have their own sundae bar featuring whipped cream Raffles games paw painting more 15 with proceeds going to Buckeye Bound Turkey Dog Fund Register at grinrescue org by July 12 All friendly dogs are welcome Email development grinrescue org for more info July 2017 CLEDOG net 19

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