Waterford Twp. — Register now to ensure your dog gets a spot at the annual Bow Wow Dog Swim held at Waterford Oaks Waterpark, 1702 Scott Lake Road. Only 75 dogs per slot will be admitted and there are a total of five slots, including two for large dogs and two for medium-sized dogs, and one for really small dogs. Pre-register for $10 — which includes an owner t-shirt, parking, entry, one 55-minute swim session and contest entry — by clicking here, or register for $15 at the event. Registration must be postmarked by September 6. Dogs that are 70 lbs. and larger can swim from noon to 12:55 p.m. or 3 to 3:55 p.m. and dogs between 31 lbs. and 69 lbs. can swim from 1 to 1:55 p.m. or 4 to 4:55 p.m. Dogs 30 lbs. and smaller can swim from 2 to 2:55 p.m. Only dogs will be allowed to swim. A contest for best wet look and best swimsuit will be held. Contact 248-858-4929 for more information, or email stasiakl@oakgov.com.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
Madison Heights — Oakland County will host its second Bow Wow Dog Swim at the Red Oaks Waterpark, 1455 E. 13 Mile Road. Only 75 dogs per slot will be admitted and there are a total of five slots, including two for large dogs and two for medium-sized dogs, and one for really small dogs. Pre-register for $10 — which includes an owner t-shirt, parking, entry, one 55-minute swim session and contest entry — by clicking here, or register for $15 at the event. Registration must be postmarked by September 6. Dogs that are 70 lbs. and larger can swim from noon to 12:55 p.m. or 3 to 3:55 p.m. and dogs between 31 lbs. and 69 lbs. can swim from 1 to 1:55 p.m. or 4 to 4:55 p.m. Dogs 30 lbs. and smaller can swim from 2 to 2:55 p.m. Only dogs will be allowed to swim. A contest for best wet look and best swimsuit will be held. Contact 248-858-4929 for more information, or email stasiakl@oakgov.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
Madison Heights — The 5th annual Pet Expo and Adoption Event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Madison Place, 876 Horace Brown Drive. Contests, raffles, vendors, kids games and more will be available, as will several local animal rescues with pets available for adoption. The Madison Heights Police Department will also give demonstrations with its K-9 officers. All attendants will receive a $5 PETCO coupon and can “adopt” a stuffed animal for $5, which will be donated to area shelters. For more information, go online to www.guardiansforanimalspetexpo.org.
Orion Twp. — Volunteers are sought to help clean up the Orion Oaks Dog Park dock area and Lake Sixteen, where dogs visiting the park can swim. The clean up will be from 10 a.m. to noon and volunteers are asked to meet in the Lake Sixteen parking lot off Joslyn Road just south of Clarkston Road. Kayaks will be available for registered volunteers and people are also welcome to bring their own non-motorized watercraft. The Clinton River Watershed Council will provide bags and gloves. Donations of tennis balls are also sought. To participate, call Kathleen Dougherty at 248-858-0704 or email doughertyk@oakgov.com.
Waterford Twp. — Take your dog on a one-mile walk and help raise money for cancer research at the same time during the Waterford Fire Department Relay for Life team’s “Bark for Life” mini-relay. Registration begins at 11 a.m. at Waterford Parks and Recreation, 2303 Crescent Lake Road. The cost is $20 for the first dog and $10 for each additional dog. The group is also seeking donations to fill doggie goodie bags, which they hope to give away to all canine participants. All dogs must be on a six-foot-leash. The walk begins at noon and a best dressed pet contest will be at 1 p.m. Other games, contests, prizes and more will follow. Contact Melissa at 248-318-4664 or email m_hackney@comcast.net, Holly Soranno at 248-663-3452, or go online to www.relayforlife.org/waterfordmi.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
Madison Heights — Enjoy an ice cream social with your dog from noon to 3 p.m. at The Pet Beastro, 27637 John R. Road. Canines can sample Yoghund frozen yogurt made for dogs will humans will be served regular ice cream. Caricature artist Rick Powell will be available for drawings and pet food samples will also be given away. Call 248-548-3448 or go online to www.facebook.com/thepetbeastro.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2
Wixom — Learn how to identify dangerous snakes and what to do to keep your dog safe during “Rattlesnake Recognition for Dog Owners” from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Lyon Oaks Dog Park, 52221 Pontiac Trail. Live snakes and displays will teach owners to recognize the Easter
n Massasauga Rattlesnake, Michigan’s only venomous snake. For details, call 248-858-0704 or email doughertyk@oakgov.com.SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9
Orion Twp., Wixom and Madison Heights — Take your dog tailgating from 10 to 11 a.m. at one of the county’s three dog parks (Orion Oaks, Lyon Oaks and Red Oaks) and be sure to your colors. Held to celebrate the MSU/UM football game day, the event will feature contests for the Best Furry Fan, the Best Furry Fan and Owner team as well as football-themed activities, contests and giveaways. Admission is free with park entry. Call Laurie Stasiak at 248-858-4929 or email stasiakl@oakgov.com.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16
Wixom — Celebrate “Howl-O-Ween” with your four-legged friend from noon to 4 p.m. at the Lyon Oaks Dog Park, 52221 Pontiac Trail. Contests, activities for dogs, pet demonstrations, adoptions, vendors and more will be available. Attendants can also get special keepsake photos with their pooches. Admission is free with park entry. Call Laurie Stasiak at 248-858-4929 or email stasiakl@oakgov.com
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