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Second annual Muttmazing Race kicks off this Friday, August 8 at the rockin' South Lake Union Block Party

Brandie Ahlgren — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:00:20 -0700

The second annual Muttmazing Race, hosted by Seattle's own CityDog Magazine, kicks off at the rockin' South Lake Union Block Party this Friday, Aug. 8 from noon to 7 p.m.

Enjoy a little whine with your wine on Aug. 9

Brandie Ahlgren — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:57:18 -0700

If I didn't already have a one-year-old's birthday party to attend this Saturday, I'd be heading to Whidbey Island with my dogs for a pleasant day of wine tasting and music.

Wanted: loving foster families to care for orphaned animals

Brandie Ahlgren — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 09:00:33 -0700

Love animals, but not quite ready to make a lifelong commitment? Not sure where you might be in a year, but in the meantime want to help animals? Looking for a highly rewarding, volunteer opportunity in your community? If any of these apply to you, then volunteering as a foster parent for animals in need could be right up your alley.

Rock 'n' Rover headlines Redmond Town Center's summer concert series Aug. 7

Brandie Ahlgren — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 14:45:42 -0700

Every Thursday evening in July and August, Redmond Town Center hosts its Summer Concert Series. This Thursday, join fellow dog lovers at Rock 'n' Rover, a night devoted to Reading with Rover and its many pro-literacy pet projects. Bring your dog to this howlin' good time -- there will be games, give aways, a raffle and of course, a concert featuring jazz and blues artist Michael Powers.

When: Thursday, August 7, 5 to 9 PM

Cat sitters keep your feline friends safe, sound and happy while you're away

Jen Harper — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:16:39 -0700

If your cats could talk, they'd tell you that sometimes an overfilled food bowl just doesn't cut it when you're out of town. Kitties may not need to be taken for walks like dogs do, but they still crave attention, which they miss out on if left home alone. If you want to be sure that your feline is left in good hands while you're away, consider these local cats-only options.

Help a kitty in need by adopting or fostering today

Brandie Ahlgren — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 09:10:34 -0700

It's the peak of kitten season and the Seattle Humane Society is asking for the community's help as its cat population surpasses the 400 mark.

Who needs Woodstock when you have Woofstock?

Brandie Ahlgren — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 21:45:50 -0700

For those of us in the Pacific Northwest -- two- and four-legged alike -- we know how to have fun in the summer. After all, it's three months (if we're lucky) of sun-filled and rain-free days. With all of the pet festivals we pack into these fleeting days, a little help is always appreciated in finding the pick of the litter. Here's a four-legged-friendly event to top your festival to-do list this weekend.

Keep pets safe this weekend during Seafair

Brandie Ahlgren — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:40:29 -0700

With the Blue Angels in town, the Seattle Humane Society would like to remind pet owners that dogs and cats are much more sensitive to loud noises than we are. My dogs are terrified of fireworks and I imagine the roar of jets flying overhead is quite similar.

Here are some tips to keep your pets safe during Seafair weekend:

Whether they're grooming your dog or delivering food to your cat, local professionals are at your pet's service

Brandie Ahlgren — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:00:33 -0700

From dog walking to poop pick-up, the myriad services now available to pet owners from the convenience of their own home is seemingly endless. Whatever your pet's needs may be, there seems to be a service to accommodate it.

Join more than 1,000 fellow animal lovers this Saturday at Dog-A-Thon

Brandie Ahlgren — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:28:04 -0700

More than 1,000 animal advocates and their four-legged friends will gather this Saturday, July 26, at Fort Steilacoom Park for Washington's biggest dog walk -- the 18th Annual Dog-A-Thon.