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NewsHound 060
August 9, 2007 |
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Dear Urbanhounders,
So much for it being a light and breezy summer. The recent indictment of Michael Vick on charges of running a dog fighting ring has brought the issue to national attention. We at Urbanhound felt we couldn't ignore it.
Not surprisingly, we think the "sport" of dog fighting is despicable. That's why we encourage you to sign petitions protesting the practice and send letters to your representatives in Washington supporting legislation that would mandate tougher penalties for those convicted of participating in it. (Laws vary by state.) You may also want to join in the protest of Amazon.com for selling dog fighting videos.
If you suspect organized dog fighting may be happening in your neighborhood, read this Humane Society publication about what clues to look for and what to do about it. The ASPCA also has a very good FAQ on dog fighting, if you want to know more about its origins, federal and state laws against it, and what ordinary citizens can do to prevent it.
Maybe if we all do our part, we can all put an end to this deplorable practice sooner rather than later.
With best wishes for a wonderful August to you and your hounds,
Nadia Zonis
Editor, urbanhound New York
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Without A Leash
Through the end of October
Grey Dog Coffee, 90 University Pl. at 12th St., Manhattan
An exhibit of photos by Shaina Fishman of dogs from all over the world that she has encountered in her travels.
Reading: Dog Years
Thursday, August 9, 6:30 PM
Madison Square Park, Manhattan
Dogs welcome at the final installment this summer of the Mad. Sq. Reads series featuring Mark Doty's Dog Years: A Memoir. The book is an account of how the author's dogs supported him as his partner was dying.
Leroy Street Dog Run Bow Wow Pow Wow
Saturday, August 11, 9 AM to noon
Leroy St. at the northeast corner of Pier 40, Manhattan
Coffee, donuts, juice, and dog biscuits at the Leroy Street Dog Run. Hosted by the Friends of Leroy Dog Run. They can be contacted at leroydogrun@yahoo.com.
Reading: Dreaming in Libro: How a Good Dog Tamed a Bad Woman
Saturday, August 11, 7 PM
Canio's Books, Sag Harbor, NY
Dogs and their people are invited to this reading by Louise Bernikow of her memoir about how a beloved Boxer she found as a stray changed her life.
BBQ to Benefit Waggytail Rescue
Sunday, August 12, 6 PM to 9 PM
Moonshine, 317 Columbia St., Redhook, Brooklyn
Waggytail Rescue specializes in finding homes for small dogs. This barbecue will specialize in burgers and hot dogs (both meat and veggie versions) and homemade desserts, plus live entertainment and a raffle. Suggested minimum donation is $10.
Animal Care & Control Volunteer Training -- Manhattan
Wednesday, August 15, 6 PM to 9 PM
326 E. 110th St., Manhattan
Learn how you can help out at the city shelter's Manhattan Care Center.
Your Dog Is Worth It Too Day
Saturday, August 18, 9 AM to 4 PM
L'Oreal USA, 36 Broadway Rd. off Rt. 130, Cranbury, NJ
At this daylong festival and fair to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, events include agility training, dog swimming pools, a canine beauty contest, and a pug/dachshund/bulldog race. Admission is $5 per adult. Kids and dogs admitted free.
Pet Fashion Week New York
Saturday and Sunday, August 18 and 19
The Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., Manhattan
What with the explosion of canine fashion and accessories, it's only logical that supermodels on the runway would follow. This event includes a trade show, fashion show, industry symposium, and black tie charity gala for animal welfare organizations.
Little Shelter Blessing of the Animals + Adoptathon
Saturday and Sunday, August 18 and 19, 9 AM to 6 PM
33 Warner Rd., Huntington, NY
A two day festival with music, food, and entertainment to showcase the pets available for adoption at this Long Island shelter. There will be a blessing of the animals service on Sunday at 3 PM.
Husky House Benefit
Sunday, August 19, 2 PM to 4 PM
KaBobs at the Northwood Inn, 300 Lakeside Ave., Glasser, NJ
Drink for a good cause! One dollar of the price of every beer and shot sold at this event will go to this rescue group for Siberian Huskies. There will also be dogs available for adoption.
St. Hubert's Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 PM to 8 PM
St. Hubert's Madison Animal Shelter, 575 Woodland Ave., Madison, NJ
Ice cream for people, Frosty Paws for dogs, and good company are the big draws at this evening gathering to benefit St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for kids, and $2 for dogs.
Animal Care & Control Volunteer Training -- Brooklyn
Sunday, August 26, 2 PM to 5 PM
2336 Linden Blvd., Brooklyn
Learn how you can help out at the city shelter's Brooklyn Care Center.
Animal Care & Control Volunteer Training -- Staten Island
Wednesday, August 29, 6 PM
3139 Veterans Rd. West, Staten Island
Learn how you can help out at the city shelter's Staten Island Care Center.
Love on a Leash Parade
Friday, August 31, 4 PM to 6 PM
The Village Green, Westhampton, NY
For the seventh year in a row, Bide-a-Wee invites children, pets, and others to participate in this parade and fair. There will be contests, give-a-ways, and a vet and trainer on hand to answer questions.
St. Nick's Dog Park Coffee Bark
Saturday, September 1, 9 AM to 11 PM
Mid-park between the 135th St. staircase and 136th St., Manhattan
Coffee and other refreshments are served at this gathering which happens on the first Saturday of every month in St. Nicholas Park. For more information or if you'd like to volunteer, write dogpark@stnicholaspark.org.
Sir William's Dog Run Coffee Bark
Sunday, September 2, 8 AM to 10 AM
Sir William's Dog Run, Fort Tryon Park, 190th St. and Fort Washington Ave., Manhattan
The Fort Tryon Dog Owner's Group invites everyone to this gathering the first Sunday of each month at their beautiful run. Free coffee and donuts. If you'd like to help out with maintenance of the run, stick around after the event.
Coffee Bark
Saturday, September 8, 7 AM to 9 AM
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Held in rain or in shine, in the park's Long Meadow, behind the Picnic House (enter at Prospect Park West and 4th Street, then go left around the Picnic House), the monthly Coffee Bark includes muffins for humans and dog biscuits for hounds. The long standing social is sponsored by Brooklyn's FIDO, officially known as the Fellowship In the Interest of Dogs and Their Owners.
If there's an event you'd like us to mention in the next NewsHound, please email us.
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Hazel is Brooklyn Industries' Top Dog! Check out the irresistible grin on the victor of the clothing company's contest and learn about the runners up and honorable mentions here. Photos of the winners were taken by Shaina Fishman, whose other work is now on exhibit at Grey Dog Coffee (see listing above).
Our Choice for Best Beach Read. Rex and the City: A Memoir of a Woman, a Man, and a Dysfunctional Dog, by Bark magazine's Lee Harrington, is out in paperback.
Bide-A-Wee Fitness with Fido. This free weekly walking group meets every Saturday at 9:30 AM at the entrance to Central Park at 67th St. and 5th Ave. Trainers and vets from Bide-a-Wee will come along to answer questions and offer advice. Everyone is welcome and no reservation is necessary.
Free Spay-Neuter Surgery + Vaccinations. If you are on public assistance and live in the five boroughs, the ASPCA will spay or neuter and vaccinate your pet for free. Details here.
Dogs Against Romney. You may have heard that Republican presidential candidate and former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney took family vacations with his Irish Setter, Seamus, strapped to the top of the car in a crate. Some are taking this transgression very seriously indeed.
What's On. On Saturday, Aug. 18, National Geographic Channel's Explorer series takes a look at the Science of Dogs, showing how people have manipulated their appearance, talents, and temperments. The program airs at 7 PM Eastern time, with a rebroadcast on the 22nd.
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