Updated April 2010 Knoxville Pet Events

The East Tennessee pet events for April just keep rolling in!  Run and check them out!

Doggie Easter Treat Seek - Johnson City, TN Dog Park
    Sat Apr 10 2010 11:00 am
    Description: The Doggie Easter Treat Seek will be held on Saturday, April 10th from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Dogs of all sizes are invited to come and hunt for biscuits, treats and prizes at Winged Deer Park Festival Plaza near the lake front. At the event we'll also have a special doggie cake walk and Easter Bonnet Hat Parade for dogs. So bring your bonnet, rabbit ears, and fancy collars. Registration for the event begins at 10:45 a.m. The cost for each dog to participate is $7. This includes the opportunity for your dog to hunt biscuits, walk in the cake walk, and a free 4x6 photo of your dog printed at the event. 

SARG Microchip Clinic
    Sat Apr 10 2010 1:00 pm
    Description: When: Saturday, April 10, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: Harry's Aquarium & Pets, Grove Center, Oak Ridge, TN Proceeds benefit the Shelter Animals Rescue Group. Microchips $25. Call 865-387-6535 865-387-6535 for information.

Opening Celebration of Village Vet Clinic in Farragut
    Sat Apr 17 2010 2:00 pm
    Description: Opening Celebration of Village Vet Clinic in Farragut on Saturday, April 17 from 2 - 5 pm. They are planning to have a K-9 demo, agility demo, canine artists, a catered canine birthday party, rescue groups, wildlife rehab folks, refreshments, tours, plus freebie giveaways. www.villagevetclinic.com 11249 Kingston Pike Farragut, TN 37934 (865) 966-8900

What Color is Your Dog? Book Signing Tour

Date:	Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Time:	12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location:	PetSafe Village

Joel Silverman, host of the popular television serier "Good Dog U" on Animal Planet, nationally recognized dog trainer and welfare advocate will visit Knoxville as part of his traveling book tour to showcase his new book, "What Color is Your Dog"?. His book is a manual for training dogs based on their individual personalities. He will perform a presentation and a dog-training demonstration with his dog, Foster. There will also be a book sale and autograph session!!!
This FREE event will be on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 from 12noon - 2pm at PetSafe Village. The event will be outside (weather permitting) and dogs on leash are welcome with their owners. This event is open to the public so please pass this along to any dog lovers you know that would be interested! Door prizes will also be given away during the book signing!
Tentative itinerary:
12:00pm-12:15pm: Introduction of Joel Silverman and Foster
12:15pm-1:00pm: Joel Silverman Presentation and Q & A
1:00pm-2:00pm: Book Signing


For more information on Joel Silverman and his book "What Color is Your Dog?", you can visit his website at http://www.companionsforlife.net/ and visit his Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/joelsilverman22 

Paw-ticipate in the 2010 Mutt Census

You've been counted in the 2010 census, but what about your dog?  Did you know there are an estimated 38 million mixed breed dogs in the U.S., and for the first time they will also have the chance to stand up and be counted in the inaugural "2010 National Mutt Census."

The 2010 National Mutt Census aims to collect valuable data about man's best friend.  It will examine the many breeds that make up the American Mutt, as well as determine many insights into our love-affair with mixed breed dogs.  After the results are in we will be able to find out interesting facts such as which breeds are the most popular, most unusual, feeding habits, and dogs roles within the family structure.  Uncovering this information will help dog lovers and owners better understand the four-legged population about them!

In Tennessee, so far the most popular mutt is a labrador retriever mix, and the most unique is the Beauceron!

Don't delay, paw-ticipate today!

April 2010 Knoxville Pet Events

 It's that time again ... the start of a new month and time to take a look at some of the great pet friendly events that Knoxville is offering!  Enjoy!

Sat. April 10: SARG Pet Portraits
10am-1pm, Oak Ridge Floral, Grove Center, Oak Ridge
Proceeds benefit the Shelter Animals Rescue Group.  Spring-themed photos; first 5x7 print - $5; each additional print - $3; photo CD - $20.  For more information call 865-387-6535.

Sat. April 17: Earthfest 2010
10am-5pm, Pellissippi State Main Campus, Hardin Valley Road.
Come enjoy a day of entertainment, food, exhibits, and events while learning ways to be environmentally conscience.  Admission is free.  Your furry friends are welcome so bring them with you!  Pellissippi State's pet policy requires all pets to be leashed, owners to pick up and discard pet waste appropriately, and please ... no doggie swims in the pond!  For more information visit http://knox-earthfest.org.

Sat. April 24: Dogwood Classic 5K Run and Dog Walk
8am, Cherokee Blvd., Sequoyah Hills
Dog Walkers - put on your walking shoes and take your furry friend to join in the fun at this year's Dogwood Classic 5K Run and Dog Walk.  There is a separate path for dog walkers.  Pet-related businesses and rescue groups will be on hand at the event.  The cost to enter your dog in the walk is $15.  Dogs are not allowed on the 5K course and must be on leashes to participate in the Dog Walk.  This event is sponsored by Knoxville Track Club and PetSafe Village.  For more information call 865-318-0108 or 865-335-4292.

Sat. April 24: Rossini Festival Italian Street Fair
noon - 9pm, Downtown Knoxville
2010 will mar the 9th Annual Rossini Festival and Italian Street Fair.  This festival brings a taste of Europe to Knoxville by celebrating the flavor, fun and excitement of opera and Italian culture.  The Festival combines world class opera performances with an Italian Street Fair featuring art and craft exhibitions, international cuisine and entertainment on four outdoor stages.  Best of all, this even is always dog friendly. www.rossinifestival.org 

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