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Tuesday, July 01, 2008 "BARK" Art Provides Specialized Veterianary Care for Homeless Pets MIAMI BASED AUCTION RUNS THROUGH AUGUST 15 Art Auction Presented by Miami Veterinary Specialists and artist Darek Pala to Benefit "Karmela's Fund" There are 10 one-of-a-kind dog paintings available (oils on canvas). Bidding for each piece starts at $1,000, now through August 15, 2008. Three paintings seen here on the left. Last year, more than 34,000 Miami area animals were brought to Miami-Dade Animal Services. Many times, pets are surrendered because of serious injuries or complicated medical conditions. This makes them nearly impossible to adopt. To help save these pets, Miami Veterinary Specialists is teaming up with world renowned artist Darek Pala to offer the "Karmela's Fund." The fund will assist four Miami area shelters and rescues to care for sick pets which require specialty veterinary care. The project will allow more pets to be adopted. VIEW PAINTINGS IN PERSON: Miami Veterinary Specialists, 8601 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33143, (305) 665-2820 Viewing Hours: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. VIEW PAINTINGS ONLINE: People can also view the paintings by clicking here www.mvshospital.com To make a bid by phone, please contact Robbie at Miami Veterinary Specialists at 305-665-2820. To learn more about Karmela's Fund, please visit the Miami Veterinary Specialists website at www.mvshospital.com. To make a donation to "Karmela's Fund" please contact Dr. Juan Sardinas at 305-665-2820. Miami Veterinary Services, 8601 Sunset Dr, Miami ...305-665-2820

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Saturday, July 19, 2008 Adoption Day at Dog Gone Holistic The Tampa Bay Humane Society will be at Dog Gone Holistic from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM with their Mobile Adoption Center (MAC) with 15-25 adoptable pets on board! Please come out and visit the adoptable pets and open your heart and home to a new pet companion! 5620 FishHawk Crossing Blvd, Lithia ...813.651.0842

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Saturday, July 19, 2008 Petco / HSSC Adoption HSSC Mobile Adoption Van will be at Petco with dogs, cats and kittens for adoption. 3800 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota ...941.955.4131

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Saturday, July 19, 2008 Platinum Coast Cat Fanciers CFA Championship & House Hold Pet CAT SHOW-One Day Only ! Event The Platinum Coast Cat Fanciers presents CFA Championship and House Hold Pet CAT SHOW .Pedigreed Cats - 25 different breeds on display . Household Pet Competition .Six judging Rings evaluating all entries and each Judge chooses their own Top Cats! .Shelter Adoptions - Please bring can cat food donation July 19, 2008 ONE DAY ONLY!!! Harborside Convention Center 1375 Monroe Street, Ft. Myers, FL 33901 (239) 332-6620. (Downtown Ft. Myers, FL) Open to Public: Saturday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Adults - Students - Seniors - $5 Children up to 12 Free Free Parking Refreshments on Site Get a coupon good for one dollar off of admission by visiting our website: http://platinum268.tripod.com/ For Information call (239) 810-3424 Harboside Convention Center, 375 Monroe St, Fort Myers ...239.810.3424

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Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Dog Health & Safety Expo The event will include a Pet First Aid class, hurricane preparedness hand-outs, dog massages, plus food, drinks and, of course, dog treats. Co-sponsored by Sun States Animal Blood Bank, Dog Massage by Hope and Furballs & Fleabags, this will be the first community service event being held by Family Dog CentralŐs owner, Joanna Goriss. Dogs are their owners' best friends, members of the family and lifelong companions. With over 120 million pet owners in the United States there is a tremendous need for training in first aid, because unfortunately, thousands of pets are injured every year. Pet owners spend about $30 billion annually on their pets, and would do just about anything to help them, if they knew how. A first aid and CPR course will prevent panic, which can be even more dangerous to your dog, said Goriss. Knowing exactly what to do helps you to remain calm. And since there isn't a 911 for dogs, this knowledge can be a big help in an emergency. The Sun States first aid class gives dog owners the skills necessary to monitor their dogs' health and to handle emergencies until they can get to a veterinarian. The class teaches dog owners everything from how to dress a wound to how to perform CPR. Sun States is a non-profit charitable organization consisting of a 100% volunteer companion animal blood donation program which collects and distributes donor blood to veterinarians. Asked if dog CPR is similar to human CPR, Goriss responded, Yes! Class participants practice life-saving skills on dog mannequins - just like people! Ironically, many who take dog first aid have never taken the course for humans. However, after taking the dog class, many are inspired. Once people see the value of the course, they want to take more classes so they can be there to save the lives of human loved ones, too, said Goriss. The event will also feature a hurricane preparedness information by Family Dog Central, an approved hurricane shelter, and information on hurricane insurance for your dog. Pre-registration and a $20 minimum donation is required for the First Aid/CPR course. Call 954-360-2871 to sign up. Leashed dogs are welcome at the event, but the First Aid/CPR course is just for people. Family Dog Central, 1807 S Powerline Rd, Suite 101, Deerfield Beach ...954.360.2871

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Wednesday, July 23, 2008 Bowling FUNDraiser for K94U RESCUE Bowling FUNdraiser for K94U Rescue Strikes @ Boca (Formally known as Boca Bowl-off Military, by the Town Center Mall) Wednesday, July 23rd - 6 pm to 8 pm $35.00 in advance or $40.00 at the door INCLUDES: 2 hours of bowling and shoe rentals...per person A FREE $25.00 GIFT CARD from Pet Butler Raffle Drawings for Premier Gift Baskets Win Prizes - Meet New People - Support the Rescue! Call: 561-544-6024 for advanced Ticket Sales 501(c)3 Non -Profit Organization reg. #20-5590817 Strikes@Boca (Formally known as Boca Bowl- off Military Rd.), Boca Raton ...561.544.6024

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Friday, July 25, 2008 The Granary / HSSC Adoption HSSC Mobile Adoption Van will be at The Granary with dogs, cats and kittens for adoption. 1930 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota ...941.955.4131

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Saturday, July 26, 2008 9th Annual Pet Telethon WFLA News Channel 8 Tune in, Turn it up, & Make a Difference! Saturday, July 26th, from 1:00pm - 6:00pm Join WFLA's finest hosts for an afternoon of animal fun to benefit The Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Join us to help raise awareness of the wonderful programs and services that the Humane Society of Tampa Bay makes available to our community. WFLA News Channel 8 Studio, Tampa ...813.876.4150

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Saturday, July 26, 2008 BOOK DISCUSSION : Animals are Soul too! at Animals by Nature 12-1pm Animals are Soul Too! by Author Harold Klemp, presented by Timothy Ray Laber. This book can be purchased at many of the local book stores. Cost: FREE 941-953-2983 animalsbynature@verizon.net 1100 N. Tuttle Ave, Unit 4, in The Grand Slam Plaza/Tuttle & 12th St., Sarasota ...941.953.2983

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Saturday, July 26, 2008 Goldsmith Chiropratic / HSSC Fundraising and Open House Goldsmith Chiropractic is hosting a fundraising event for HSSC and an open house. The Mobile Adoption Van will be there with dogs, cats and kittens for adoption. 1071 S Tuttle Avenue, Suite 3, Sarasota ...941.955.4131

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Saturday, July 26, 2008 South East K-9 Pageant The 1st Annual South East K-9 Pageant is open to all dogs- pure-bred or mix-breed. There are several titles to be given away! There will be participation awards as well so that no one goes home empty handy. If you would like to enter your dog(s) please contact us ahead of time to reserve your spot in the South East K-9 Pageant. DeFuniak Springs is located between Tallahassee and Pensacola. The Lake Yard- Amphitheater,1200 Circle Dr, DeFuniak Springs ...850.951.9719