Pets

Paws and Claws Prepares to Break Ground

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Wednesday, September 19th, 2012, 8:46pm

After a six year capital campaign to raise funds to construct a new animal shelter facility, Paws and Claws Humane Society is breaking ground on its new 7,800 square foot building in Northwest Rochester. This structure will be the organization’s first purpose-built shelter for housing companion animals in its 36-year history. Paws and Claws received tremendous donor support from the public and received over 660 individual pledges from its capital campaign donors. The shelter was designed in cooperation with leading, nationally-recognized animal shelter architectural design and engineering firms. The target date for completion of construction and occupancy date is late May, 2013.

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Competition Goes to the Dogs

Submitted by Mike Schram on Tuesday, August 30th, 12:36 am

Top dogs will compete for "barking rights" at the annual Rochester Kennel Club Agility Trials.

The event -- which features more than 175 dogs of various breeds and their human handlers -- will be held at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds, 16th Street SE and Third Avenue SE, on September 3-5.

Dogs will be timed running through obstacles.

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Big Hogs for Small Dogs

Submitted by Mike Schram on Friday, August 12th, 12:35 am

Dog owners are getting ready to revv up their motorcycles for an annual fundraiser.

The second annual Big Hogs for Small Dogs ride takes place 12:30 p.m. Saturday, August 13. The 150-mile ride begins and ends at Boomers Bar and Grill, 3737 20th Avenue NW, in Rochester.

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Big Hogs for Small Dogs

Submitted by Mike Schram on Friday, August 12th, 12:19 am

Dog owners are getting ready to revv up their motorcycles for an annual fundraiser.

The second annual Big Hogs for Small Dogs ride takes place 12:30 p.m. Saturday, August 13. The 150-mile ride begins and ends at Boomers Bar and Grill, 3737 20th Avenue NW, in Rochester.

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Pet Lovers Run for their Lives

Submitted by Mike Schram on Tuesday, July 12th, 12:29 am

Runners can hit the streets... while trying to provide good homes for abandoned pets.

Camp Companion's Run for their Lives takes place this Saturday, July 16. The 5K run or walk starts at 8:30 a.m. at Silver Lake Park's East Shelter in Rochester.

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Super Pet Adoption

Submitted by Kit Cross on Tuesday, June 21st, 7:28 am

Whether you're looking for a curious cat, a daring dog or maybe even a furry ferret all are up for adoption this Saturday, June 25th.

The Rescued Animal Coalition of Southeast Minnesota is hosting a super animal adoption event at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds.

It is your chance to meet animals from more than 20 rescue groups across our area.

There will be more than 100 animals at the Horticulture Building from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event will also include prizes, product vendors, demos and food for sale.

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Easter Biscuit Hunt

Submitted by James Wilcox, ABC 6 News Anchor

Friday, April 8th, 2011, 5:08pm

Bring your k-9 companion to the Easter Biscuit Hunt at Rochester Feed and Country Store. The event is set for Saturday, April 23rd at 10:00 A.M. Bone Apetit Canine Bakery will have paw-fuls of hidden treats for dogs to sniff out. There will also be more than 500 eggs hidden with gifts inside. A prize will also be awarded to the best dressed k-9. Dress for the weather. This is an outdoor event.

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