Call 816-436-SPOT (7768)

Email: Laura@TheDogsSpot.com

Saturday, May 10 at the Overland Park Convention Center
Wayside Waifs will unleash our biggest and best rockin' Fur Ball to save the animals.  Roll back to the "Happy Days" of fun, poodle skirts, jukeboxes, cars with soaring tail fins, lots of dancing, and gourmet diner food served in Fonzie's favorite hangout. For more information contact Marla Svoboda at msvoboda@waysidewaifs.org or call 816-986-4401.

Saturday and Sunday May 10 and 11 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence, KS 
N.A.D.A.C. Agility Trial begins at 8 am both days. The indoor facility is located at 2120 Harper Street. For more information go to www.u2kanduagility.com.

Sunday, May 18 at Wilbur Young Park in Blue Springs, MO 
The 3rd Annual Pooches on the Parkway benefiting the Blue Springs off-leash dog park will be held on Sunday, May 18th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Wilbur Young Park, 1200 SE Adams Dairy Parkway,Blue Springs, MO (adjacent to Blue Springs South High School).

Free admission to the exhibit areas and most of the dog contests and games. There will be a 1, 2 & 3 mile Fun Walk beginning at 1:00 pm. Registration is $18 prior to May 12th or $24 after May 12th.

Additional events/programs will be an Agility Clinic ($8 prior registration, $12 same day sign-up) & Canine Good Citizen Tests ($4 prior registration, $6 same day sign-up) and owners can have their dogs tagged with a Microchip Implant ID for $20.

There will also be demonstrations, dog games & contests, dog-related products and service booths, and concessions.

Please call (816)228-0137 for additional information or register on-line at www.bluespringsgov.com/parks.

Sunday, June 8 on the Country Club Plaza
The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City is hosting their annual Dog-n-Jog which is Kansas City’s largest dog run/walk and one of the region’s largest as well. The event includes a two and one-mile run and a two and one-mile walk.  Dogs of all breeds and sizes will have a great time enjoying a leisurely stroll or fierce competition. The Dogs’ Spot will be on hand providing Dog Agility and Canine Freestyle demonstrations.  For a small donation you can participate in Agility Workshops and Canine Good Citizen Evaluations. For more information, keep an eye on this link www.hsgkc.org/eventspage.html.

Thursday, June 12 at Penn Valley Off Leash Dog Park
Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation, the Friends of Penn Valley Park, and DIG present Take Your Dog to the Movie Night. Hit the red carpet at Penn Valley Park (located at 29th and Wyandotte), a.k.a Hollywoof, for a big night out with your best friend!

6:00 - 8:00 pm	Play in the off leash area
8:00 pm	Dog fashion show by City Pets & Ponds
8:30 pm	Dog talent contest & games
9:00 pm	Movie: "Best in Show".

Arrive early so your dog can burn off some energy in the off-leash park. Stick around for a show featuring the latest canine fashion and showcase your dog's talent for prizes. Finally, relax with your pooch as you enjoy a screening of "Best in Show" in our outdoor theater. It's an event not to be missed as Hollywoof comes to Kansas City! For more information call 816-513-7527 or visit www.kcmo.org/parks.

Sunday, June 29 at No More Homeless Pets KC in Merriam, KS
KC Dog Trainers and the Olathe Animal Hospital is hosting an educational event for veterinarians and their staff. Dr. JC Burcham will talk on the Role of the Veterinary Community in Addressing Problematic Dog Behavior. The seminar will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at No More Homeless Pets KC's spay and neuter clinic located at 5428 Antioch Drive, Merriam, KS. In addition, 3 CEUs will be awarded to participants both from both the Kansas Board of Veterinary Examiners and the Missouri Veterinary Medical Board.

The seminar is free and lunch will be provided, but pre-registration is required and spots are limited.

Sunday, July 13 at The Dogs’ Spot
Canine Good Citizen evaluation will be held at 5 pm. Please reserve a spot by calling 816-436-SPOT (7768) or email Laura at Laura@TheDogsSpot.com. Cost is $10.

Saturday and Sunday, July 4 – 6 at the MVP Sports Complex in Greenwood, MO 
N.A.D.A.C. Agility Trial begins at 8 am both days. The indoor facility is located at 707 Doc Henry Road. For more information go to www.u2kanduagility.com

Friday, July 25 at Union Station
The Companion Animal Parasite Council will host an entertaining community educational event, which will feature The Dogs' Spot's new performance group, The Dogs' Spot - Dog Stars.

The event will run from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with special show times of 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.
The dog's and their handlers will show off their agility and freestyle moves, in addition to a wide variety of tricks.

There will also be some items given away and the opportunity to win a trip to an exotic location!

Come and join us for the fun!

Saturday, Sunday, and Monday August 30, 31, and September 1 at the MVP Sports Complex in Greenwood, MO 
N.A.D.A.C. Agility Trial begins at 8 am all three days. The indoor facility is located at 707 Doc Henry Road. For more information go to www.u2kanduagility.com.

Saturday, September 20 at English Landing Park in Parkville, MO  
Paws in the Park - Dog Walk Festival will be held from 9 am to noon to benefit Friends of Parkville Animal Shelter. The Dogs’ Spot will be on hand providing Dog Agility and Canine Freestyle demonstrations.  For a small donation, you can participate in Agility Workshops and Canine Good Citizen Evaluations.

Sunday, October 5 at The Dogs’ Spot 
Canine Good Citizen evaluation will be held at 5 pm. Please reserve a spot by calling 816-436-SPOT (7768) or email Laura at Laura@TheDogsSpot.com. Cost is $10.

Sunday, October 19 at The Dogs’ Spot
The Dogs' Spot and Kevin Devine Photography have teamed up to offer affordable pet portraits. Call Kevin at 816-517-6836 to reserve a sitting time. Proofs will be available at the time of the sitting and portraits will be mailed within one week. Bring your pet’s favorite toy, bedding, or other item; different backgrounds will be available to choose from. 

Saturday and Sunday, November 1 and 2 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence, KS 
N.A.D.A.C. Agility Trial begins at 8 am both days. The indoor facility is located at 2120 Harper Street. For more information go to www.u2kanduagility.com.

Saturday and Sunday, December 20 and 21 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence, KS 
N.A.D.A.C. Agility Trial begins at 8 am both days. The indoor facility is located at 2120 Harper Street. For more information go to www.u2kanduagility.com.

The second Wednesday of each month  
Rolling Acres Memorial Gardens for Pets sponsors a Pet Grief Recovery Group open to anyone grieving or trying to prepare for the death of an animal companion. The goal is to aid in the grief recovery process by allowing people to talk about the pain of this unique loss with others who understand how they feel. The Group meets at Rolling Acres Memorial Gardens for Pets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 pm.
For more information, call Nancy Piper or Beverly Cox at Rolling Acres, 816-891-8888.
There is no charge for the group.

The first and third Monday of each month  
For those mourning the loss of a pet, preparing for the loss of a pet or would like to help someone grieving the loss of a pet, there is a Pet Grief Support Group that meets on the first & third Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. in the Heritage Room of the Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th Street, Kansas City, MO.
For more information, call 816-561-4466.