Super Furry Festival 2017 - October 14

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Super Furry Festival 2017 - October 14

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The Super Furry Festival returns for the fourth time on October 14th to bring the most anticipated animal party to Surry Hills.

With the simple mantra to create the largest celebration between animals and humans in Sydney, the festival not only encourages all animal lovers to spend quality time with their furry best friends, but has organised fun and quirky activities to support the adoption of animals all year round.

Proudly supported by PETstock, Super Furry creators Jess Zeltner and Courtney Meyer are excited to enlighten Sydneysiders about rehoming displaced animals. “Every year we want to educate the community about the importance of adoption. We feel that so many animals are overlooked as they are not of a certain breed or appearance. Adopted animals have so much love to give and they usually end up rescuing you in more ways than one” explains Jess.


Super Furry Festival aims to create an intimate and fun environment by bringing together rescue shelters to rehome fur babies, raise awareness and funds. Bringing imaginative activities to the festival every year, Jess and Courtney state, “This year it’s all about the love and joy rescue animals create.”

Attracting Sydney’s animal community and passersby, the festival offers a Bunny Snuggle Tent, Kitty Cuddle Tent, DIY Cat Toys, Treasure Hunt, Dog Fashion Show, Doggy Doctor and more. Immerse yourselves in the activities and stores, whilst entering the Raffle Draw for a chance to win a weekend away with your fur baby at Billabong Cottage in Boolambayte NSW, valued at $250! 

Whether you are receiving the free health check from our professional vet, or relaxing with your pooch in the picnic area, be serenaded with live music from Sevcon!

Organisations involved on the day include Australian Centre Party, Cat Protection Society, Forgotten Souls, Greyhound Rescue, Maggie’s Rescue, Monika’s Doggie Rescue, Porches Rescue, and RSPCA and Sydney Dogs & Cats. 

Bring your dog, bring your friends and enjoy a fun-filled day!

When: Saturday 14th October, 2017, from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Where: Shannon Reserve, Crown Street, Surry Hills, NSW
* This is a free event

For more details, please visit www.superfurryfestival.com.au

Dogs' Day Out Floriade 2017 - October 14

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Dogs' Day Out Floriade 2017 - October 14

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Celebrate our four-legged furry friends on Saturday 14th October as the Dog’s Day Out - Floriade 2017 welcomes dogs big and small, to Commonwealth Park in Canberra !

For one day only, gates are open to dogs of all shapes and sizes and their owners to encourage the exploration of Floriade from a dog’s eye view. Experience a sensory overload with your pooch as you explore all the sights, smells and sounds of Floriade 2017. 

Let your pup sniff the tulips, roll on the grass, meet other dogs and their owners, as you help them celebrate all that is great about being a dog!

Avalon from @maluka_and_avalon - Credit: Pawshots - Canberra Pet Photography

Pose with your pup in the free photo booth, chow down on delicious delicacies at the Pooch Café or soak up some sunshine as you explore Floriade together.

Remember to keep an eye out for doggie delights dotted around the park. Pick up a present for your pooch at the Dogs’ Day Out Market or enter competitions for the "Best Dressed" pup to win some goodies. There will be lots of four-legged fun to be had with activities and demonstrations on offer throughout the day.

The Floriade displays will be paws-itively teeming with our four-legged friends during the Dogs’ Day Out.

When: Saturday 14th October 2017, from 10:00am to 7:00pm

Where: Floriade - Commonwealth Park, Canberra, ACT

Cost: Free entry

For more information, please visit floriadeaustralia.com/dogs-day-out


Doggie Rules:

All dogs must be fully vaccinated. Dogs must be socialised and generally non-aggressive to people or other dogs.

All dogs must remain on a leash at all times.
Dogs and owners must remain on designated paths and must not enter any garden bed at any time. Dogs may not enter any indoor venue or food outlet.
Dogs must be picked up after and all waste disposed of responsibly.
Dogs may only enter the Floriade site during opening hours of Saturday 14 October 2017.
Due to the large number of dogs expected to attend, no other animals will be permitted to attend.

Frankston Pet's Day Out 2017 - October 8

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Frankston Pet's Day Out 2017 - October 8

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Treat your pet and the whole family to a fantastic free day of entertainment and giveaways at the annual Frankston Pets' Day Out held at Ballam Park on Sunday 8th October.

Talk to the experts about the responsibility of owning pets, hear the latest news in dog training and grooming, and those looking for a new pet can find out which animals would best suit their family, and which charities can help them adopt.

Why not enter your pooch in the Pet Parade (including "Best Dressed" and "Owner Look Alike" hosted by Peter Kitchener to be held at 1pm?

Some of the activities on the day include:

• Discounted Microchipping / Microchipping Checks
• Dachshund races
• Dog demonstrations hosted by Dr. Katrina Warren
• Lure course
• Paws Walk
• Pet Parade
• Animal farm
• Native animal display
• Pony rides
• Pet stalls with products and services

Important things to remember:

*All dogs/pets must be up to date with their specified vaccination requirements
**All animals must be appropriately restrained and under the control of their owner at ALL times, e.g. dogs must be leashed
***Animals' actions are the responsibility of their owners.

When: Sunday 8th October, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Location: Ballam Park, Cranbourne Road, Frankston VIC 3199
Between Ballam Park Homestead and Karingal Vet Hospital

Cost: FREE Entry. 

Free parking available at the Cricket Club (Ballam Park).

For details, please visit this Event's Facebook page.

Dog's Day Out Rosny Farm 2017 - October 1

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Dog's Day Out Rosny Farm 2017 - October 1

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The original and the most unique doggie event in Tasmania is back for the twelfth consecutive year at the Rosny Farm on Sunday 1 October.

Clarence City Council’s Dog’s Day Out will incorporate all the fun entertainment and dog-related attractions to keep you, and your furry family friends, entertained.

Expect to be dazzled by the agility dogs and why not sign up to have a go on the special obstacle course with your dog(s)?
To refuel competitors, there will be freshly brewed coffee, snacks and a fundraiser BBQ. Live music will be presented by The Bootleg Gin Sluggers.

You can also peruse stalls from animal rescue groups and charities along with pet products and services including:

• Poses for Paws Dog Yoga• RSPCA • Merry Doglistener • The Dogs Homes of Tasmania • Judith Portrait Painter • Childrens’ craft activity • Face Painting • AHVEC After hours vet • Tas Animal Hospitals • Small Paws Animal Rescue • Canine Performance Association of Tasmania • A Paw Up- feeding pets of the homeless• Best Friends Pet Retreat • Canine Candy • Guide Dogs Tasmania • Cornerstone Pet Crematorium • Hobart Dog Walking Association • Lindisfarne Vet • Dog House Bakery

And what would be a Dog’s Day Out be without a competition? Dog's Day Out Rosny Farm is the chance to view Clarence’s finest in canine couture or enter your dog into the 'Best Dressed', 'Owner Lookalike', 'Best Trick' or 'Longest Sitter', being held at 1pm.

Pets and people are also invited into the Schoolhouse Gallery during the day to view the ever popular Poochibald Art Competition. This is an exhibition of dog portraits by local artists and school students and the winners will be announced on the day.

When: Sunday 1st October 2017, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where: Rosny Farm, 22 Rosny Hill Road, Rosny Park, TAS

For more details, visit the City of Clarence Website

Doggy Day on the Green Adelaide - August 26

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Doggy Day on the Green Adelaide - August 26

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Doggy Day on the Green is back on Saturday 26 August 2017! The City of Charles Sturt and the City of Port Adelaide Enfield have teamed up to make this event bigger than any year before.

Head down to Point Malcolm Reserve for a day of a fun, activities and treats for your four-legged friend. The activities on the day include dog training demonstrations, talks with dog behaviourists, and a couple of doggy treat-filled stalls to reward your pooch for being a good boy/girl. Canine Talent Time is back due to popular demand and new this year is Temptation Alley, a fun game that tests a dog’s focus and commitment to recall!

This event aims to increase awareness and education about responsible pet ownership and dog safety. There’ll also be $10 microchipping thanks to Chipblitz (an awesome initiative of the Dog & Cat Management Board and Lost Pets of South Australia)!

Microchipping your dog is essential: if your furry friend becomes lost, you are far more likely to be reunited if they are microchipped. Spaces are filling fast so register here to 
secure your spot.You could so win $1000 worth of veterinary services thanks to Pet Doctor if you complete your Canine Alley Card at the 2017 Doggy Day on the Green event on Saturday 26 August.
While you’re there, take the opportunity to see the nearly completed $1.2m upgrade to Point Malcolm Reserve before its official opening date of 21 October.

You’ll be able to see the entrance to the upgraded Point Malcolm Reserve with new signage and artwork to lead you into this fun-filled Dog Day Out.

When: Saturday 26 August 2017, from 1:00pm to 4:30pm

Where: Point Malcolm Reserve, Semaphore Park, Adelaide, SA, 5019

Cost: Free (microchipping is $10)

For more details, please visit this Event’s Facebook page.

Wyndham Pet & Animal Expo 2017 - Sept 17

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Wyndham Pet & Animal Expo 2017 - Sept 17

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Tails are wagging and whiskers are twitching because the word is out that the Wyndham City’s Pet & Animal Expo is back on Sunday 17 September 2017.

An annual event for the Wyndham community, the Pet and Animal Expo is a fun ‘family and pet' friendly day where all activities and entertainment are free!

The line-up for this 2017 event includes:

• Stage program featuring Chris Humfrey & the team from Wild Action. Chris and the team will be bringing the zoo to you! In a fun and interactive animal focused stage performance both on stage and at their marquee where you can get up close to some of Australia’s fantastic fauna.
• Dog obedience displays, educational and action-packed agility demonstrations.
• A huge range of exhibitors with products and services for pets and their owners.
• Ensure your fur family are safe with Council registration services and pet micro-chipping at the discounted rate of $30.
• Check out the pet displays including exotic cats, dogs, ferrets and more...
• Popular children’s activities such as face painting, and everyone’s favourite animal farm.

Plus there’ll be a variety of popular food trucks on site as well as pet food vendors so absolutely everyone can get a great feed!

This event is aimed at providing information and education about responsible pet ownership in a fun and engaging way. It provides an opportunity for the Wyndham community to come along, meet and learn from the representatives from the wide range of animal and pet organisations. It’s a great day out with the kids and the furkids!

When: Sunday 17 Sep 2017, from 10:00am until 4:00pm

Where: Wyndham Civic Centre, 45 Princes Highway, Werribee,VIC, 3030

Cost: Free

For the latest details, please visit https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/petexpo

Public Transport

Visit the Public Transport Victoria website to plan your journey.
Shuttle buses will run throughout the day. No booking is required.