Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free. Hidden Valley Park, 8800 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine.
www.ocflyball.org
Annual Fancy Rat and Mouse Show January 28: The AFRMA judges various categories of rats and mice including pets, English, breeder’s group, brood doe and progeny. Entry forms are found on their website. Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 17156 Krameria Ave., Riverside.
www.afrma.org
The Food and Water Bowl XVII January 28-29: A “Super-Bowl” feline show including more than 450 exotic cats and 41 different breeds, household pet and cat agility competitions, vendors, adoptions and more. Del Mar Fairground, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar.
www.sandiegocat.org
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Tail Waggin’ Tail Gater Super Bowl Party in Huntington Beach February 5: Two projection screens along with four other televisions. Plus, food (included with ticket purchase) and opportunity drawings with prizes. All friendly dogs welcome and will be served Pup-tinis and Paw Treats. Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Adults, $15.95- 25.95; kids (13 and under), $8.95. Old World.
www.desperatepawsofocdogclub.org
• Chateau Le Pooch Valentine Yappy Hour February 9: Relax while sipping a glass of wine while your pooch samples a selection of doggie treats. Lots of treats for pets and parents. Thursday, 6-7 p.m. Chateau Le Pooch Boutique and Spa, 860 W. Imperial Highway, Ste. M, Brea. (714) 482-0452.
www.chateaulepooch.com. See ad on page 12.
Bulldog Beauty Contest in Long Beach February 11: For the annual beauty contest, more than 300 bulldogs will strut the runway, dressed to impress. Saturday, 10 a.m. Free to attend; $10-40 per dog entry fee. Marine Stadium, free parking, 5225 E. Paoli Way. (562) 439-3316.
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Independence Graduation Ceremony February 17: The Canine Companions for Inde- pendence graduation ceremony is an emotional and inspiring event in which people with disabili- ties receive their new, highly-trained assistance dogs. These dogs, which are provided free of charge to the graduates, have been in training for over two years and know approximately 50 commands to help with everyday tasks. Free. Saturday, noon - 1 p.m. QLN Conference Center, 1938 Avenida Del Oro, Oceanside. (760) 901- 4300.
www.cci.org/swgraduation
Kids’ Pet Parade in San Juan Capistrano February 26: Kids (5-12) and their pets compete in a variety of contests, such as cutest, most unusual, best costume, funniest and most obedient. Sunday,
11:30 a.m. registration begins; parade at 1 p.m. Rain date, Sunday March 6. $3, preregistration on website. Cook/La Novia Park.
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Pet First-Aid and CPR Training in Anaheim March 25: SunnyDog Inc. will teach pet parents how to administer first-aid and CPR to pets. Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit their website for fees and details. Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Bow Wow, 1431 North Daly St., Anaheim.
www.sunnydogink.com
march
Dana Point Festival of Whales March 3-4 and 10-11: This seaside (dog-friendly) event celebrates the migration of the California gray whale. Games, parades, art shows, carnival, ocean activities, entertainment and Wag-a-Thon event. Bring the pooch and the kids. (888) 440-4309.
www.festivalofwhales.com
Run/Walk for the Life of a Dog with Team Rover Rescue March 18: Rover Rescue is an official char- ity partner for the LA Marathon. Dedicated dog lovers will be running the marathon, or walking or running the 5K race to raise funds for Rover Rescue. You can choose to participate in either event. This is a pledge-type fundraiser and all funds raised will go towards saving the lives of homeless dogs. All participants will receive a free Rover Rescue T-shirt. Prizes will be awarded to the top three fundraisers in each event. Call or visit their website for registration. Rover Rescue (310) 379-0154.
www.roverrescue.com
april
ASPCA’s Go Orange for Animals Month Entire Month of April: April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month and the ASPCA encourages you to wear, act and live “Orange” for the month of April. Participate in local events or create an event of your own.
www.aspca.org/about-us/aspca-april
• Easter Egg Hunt Pawty April 1: Peep on in and your dog will have a hop- pin’ good time! Run, play and sniff out Easter eggs in their off leash “pawty” pen. Prizes given for the best dressed! Lot’s of treats for pets and parents. Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Chateau Le Pooch Boutique, 806 W. Imperial Highway, Ste. M, Brea. (714) 482-0452.
www.chataeulepooch.com. See ad on page 12.
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