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This year's Pennsylvania Farm Show, Jan. 10 to 17, will include two dog events.

One is a continuous Learning Station from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. all eight days of the show, "Discover What Dogs Can Do," with service dogs, therapy dogs, law enforcement dogs and wardens' dogs. The dogs can be petted, and children of all ages can learn about them and what they can do.

Dog license applications will be available, as well as information on dog laws, rabies, bite prevention, responsible care of dogs and more. This is the third year for this event.

The second event is "Farm to Fun -- Dogs Do It All," 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, in the large arena. Demonstrations will include herding, agility, flyball and Frisbee. This event is presented by Penn Ridge Kennel Club (Montgomery/Lehigh/Bucks counties.

Preview "Hotel for Dogs" Saturday, Jan. 10, at Regal Cinemas Hunt Valley, 118 Shawan Road, Cockeysville. Doors open at 10 a.m.; the movie starts at 10:30 a.m.

The film is a heartwarming flick about two kids who secretly take in nine stray dogs at a vacant house. It stars Emma Roberts, Jake T. Austin, Kyla Pratt, Lisa Kudrow, Kevin Dillon and Don Cheadle.

Several adoptable dogs from The Maryland SPCA will be at the theater.

Admission is free, but there is a recommended $5 per person donation (cash or check, please) at the door. Donations will help provide food, vaccinations, spay/neuter, shelter, care and enrichment for homeless and lost animals at The Maryland SPCA.

Attendees will be automatically entered into a drawing for one of 10 free special-edition stuffed dogs. Additional stuffed dogs will be available for a $15 donation (cash or check).

R.S.V.P. by Thursday, Jan. 8, to Tami Gosheff at tgosheff@mdspca.org with the names and e-mail addresses of everyone in your group. Names must be on the list for admission. Don't delay, as space is limited!

Luv My Pet offers low-cost vaccinations several times a month at Petco. There are several packages available, including:

• Luv My Puppy Pack, 6-in-1 (DH4LP + parvo), corona, bordetella and dewormer for hookworms and roundworms, $49.
• Luv My Dog Pack, rabies, 6-in-1, corona and bordetella vaccomes, $49.
• Super Dog Pack, rabies, 6-in-1, corona and bordetella vaccines and heartworm test, $64.
• Luv My Kitty Pack, 4-in-1 (FVRCPC) and feline leukemia vaccines and dewormer for roundworms and hookworms, $41.
• Luv My Cat Pack, rabies, 4-in-1 and feline leukemia vaccines, $41.
• Super Cat Pack, rabies, 4-in-1 and feline leukemia vaccines, with either FeLV test ($56) or FeLV/FIV test ($66)

All vaccines are also available individually; visit www.luvmypet.com for prices. Bring your pets' prior vaccinations records, if possible.

Microchipping is available for $39, including lifetime registration.

Dogs under 10 pounds and cats older than 10 will require more than one visit to complete their package. There is a $2 medical waste disposal fee per pet. Prices do not include cost of booster series. Dogs must be on leashes, and cats in carriers.

Upcoming clinics at the Petco at 905 Loucks Road, York, PA, will be 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 3, 17 and 24. For details, call (732) 745-1005 or visit www.luvmypet.com.

The Antietam Humane Society will be holding its first low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats Sunday, Jan, 25. Appointments are required.

Cats should be brought to Antietam Humane Society, 8513 Lyons Road, Waynesboro, PA, by 8 a.m.

Cost for a male cat neuter is $35; cost for spaying a female cat is $45. Vaccines are $10 for rabies and $10 for distemper. Additional charges are $25 for pregnant cats or cryptorchid cats (male cats with undescended testicles).

For an appointment, call (717) 762-9091.

The Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance will hold its general meeting 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, January 13, at Isaac's Restaurant in the West Shore Plaza, Lemoyne, PA.

Individuals interested in learning more about CPAA and volunteer opportunities are invited to attend to meet representatives from CPAA member rescues and shelters.

Future CPAA events will be discussed, including the annual Compassion with Fashion Show.

The third annual Arctic Air Games will begin at 10 a.m. Jan. 3 at Bella Vista Training Center, 730 Mount Airy Road, Lewisberry.

Snow make-up date is Jan. 11.

Disc-Dog games will include toss-fetch, freestyle, time trial, dartboard and progressive relay. Dogs, handlers and spectators are welcome. No experience is necessary.

Free admission for spectators; $25 registration fee for participants.

For details, visit arcticairgames.com.

At Atlantic City Pet Hotel, Santa will give your favorite dog or cat a FREE oatmeal bath for Christmas when your pet stays at least two nights between Dec. 22 and Dec. 26.

Santa's gift must be confirmed with reservation. Call (609) 348-8660 for reservations.

The Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance will hold its fifth annual "Home for the Holidays" dinner and concert featuring The Eaken Piano Trio Thursday, Dec. 11, at the California Café, 38 West Pomfret Street, Carlisle, PA.

The Grammy-nominated Eaken Piano Trio will be sharing favorite seasonal music selections from their latest CDs in a dinner-concert format.

Seatings will be at 5:45, 6:00, and 6:15 p.m. The cost for the dinner and concert is $60.

The dinner includes soup, salad, a choice of five different entrees (including a vegan/vegetarian option) and dessert.

There will also be a silent auction of items donated by Carlisle-area businesses and artists. All proceeds from the evening will go toward CPAA's "De-Sex in the City" program, which provides low- and no-cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccines to dogs and cats throughout Central Pennsylvania.

For additional information or reservations, call the California Café at (717) 249-2028.

For details on CPAA and its programs, visit www.cpaa.info.

Patton Veterinary Hospital, the Red Lion Senior Center and the Meals on Wheels program are joining together in an effort to gather pet food and other pet-related items for people in need who have pets.

The hospital, at 425 E. Broadway in Red Lion, PA, will accept donations between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 19.

If you need further information please contact me at (717) 246-3611.

Helen O. Krause Animal Foundation Inc. will hold its annual holiday open house 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13.

Visit with the furry shelter residents, enjoy refreshments and tour the shelter.

If you need directions, call (717) 697-.3377 and leave a message. A volunteer will get back to you.

Several groups/businesses are offering pet photos with Santa:

FRIDAY, DEC. 5

Adams County SPCA will offer pet photos with Santa 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at the Gettysburg Outlet Shoppes. A digital photo costs $10.

SATURDAY, DEC. 6

Castaway Critters, the James A. Hueholt Memorial Foundation, will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at PetSmart, Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg, PA.

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at York PetSmart, 351 Loucks Road, York, PA.

HOKAFI will offer pet photos with Santa from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Hanoverdale Agway on Route 39 near Hershey, PA.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7

Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at PetSmart, 1700 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA. $5 from each photo purchase will go to the rescue. For details, e-mail Melissa at marcey789@yahoo.com.

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at York PetSmart, 351 Loucks Road, York, PA.

Furry Friends Network will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m .to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at Carlisle PetSmart, 248 Westminster Drive, Carlisle, PA. Each portrait package costs $9.95 and includes a digital photo print in a holiday frame. For more information, visit www.furryfriendsnetwork.com.

SATURDAY, DEC. 13

Furry Friends Network will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m .to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at York PetSmart, 351 Loucks Road, York, PA. Each portrait package costs $9.95 and includes a digital photo print in a holiday frame. For more information, visit www.furryfriendsnetwork.com.

Castaway Critters, the James A. Hueholt Memorial Foundation, will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at PetSmart, Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg, PA; and at PetSmart, Derry St., Harrisburg, PA.

Furry Friends Network will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m .to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at Carlisle PetSmart, 248 Westminster Drive, Carlisle, PA. Each portrait package costs $9.95 and includes a digital photo print in a holiday frame. For more information, visit www.furryfriendsnetwork.com.

York County SPCA is offering pet photos with Santa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13.

The Pet Shoppe in Shrewsbury will offer pet photos with Santa from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. All proceeds benefit Animal Rescue Inc., Luna's House and Lost and Found Horse Rescue.

SUNDAY, DEC. 14

The Pet Shoppe in Shrewsbury will offer pet photos with Santa from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14. All proceeds benefit Animal Rescue Inc., Luna's House and Lost and Found Horse Rescue.

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at Bel Air PetSmart, Bel Air, MD.

SATURDAY, DEC. 20

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Towson PetSmart, Towson, MD.

York County SPCA is offering pet photos with Santa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20.

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Bel Air PetSmart, Bel Air, MD.

SUNDAY, DEC. 21

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at York PetSmart, 351 Loucks Road, York, PA.

Furry Friends Network will offer pet photos with Santa 11 a.m .to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at Lancaster PetSmart, 1700 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA. Each portrait package costs $9.95 and includes a digital photo print in a holiday frame. For more information, visit www.furryfriendsnetwork.com.

Animal Rescue Inc. will offer pet photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at Towson PetSmart, Towson, MD.

The Brownstone Lounge, 412 Forster St., Harrisburg, PA, will be hosting a "White Christmas" drag show in memory of Bryan Hupp at 9:14 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Proceeds will benefit The Dogs' Den, a nonprofit dog rescue.

The Dogs' Den is a rescue, NOT a shelter. The dogs are all kept in several foster homes. Bryan, along with his partner Chris, was one of The Dogs' Den's adopters and volunteers. Bryan passed away suddenly Sept. 5, 2007, and his friends at the Brownstone continue to honor his memory by supporting his favorite cause.

All performers will be donating their tips from the show to The Dogs' Den, and there will be a basket raffle and door prizes.

For details, call the Brownstone Lounge at (717) 234-7009 or the Dogs' Den at (717) 469-7325.

The Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance will be participating in "Gifts that Give," South Central Pennsylvania's Alternative Gift Fair, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, at Central Pennsylvania College Conference Center, College and Valley Roads, Summerdale, PA.

"Gifts that Give" offers holiday shoppers an alternative to traditional gift-giving, and is the perfect way to get into the real spirit of the season. It is a way to find gifts that not only honor special people on your gift list, but also help others who are not on anyone's gift list.

For example, think of a person on your gift list who would be pleased if you provided help to a homeless animal in their honor. That person will receive a handsome card telling them about your gift. In addition to the opportunity to help some wonderful nonprofits, there will be live music and refreshments.

For more information on CPAA, visit www.cpaa.info.

Education the public about where pet shop puppies come from makes a BIG difference and this Saturday ANIMAL PLANET will be in Lansdale to film a rally for an upcoming documentary about puppy mills!

Help show America how easy it is to raise awareness about pet shop puppies. Donating just one short hour of your time really does help to make a tremendous difference.

Why not join the members of North Penn Puppy Mill Watch, a grassroots advocacy group headquartered in Lansdale, PA, as they continue to raise public awareness about the pet shop/puppy mill connection?

Where: The Pavilion Shopping Center - Whites Road Entrance - Lansdale, PA

When: 10 a.m. Saturday, October 18

In the event of inclement weather, check the nppm.org website.

Just Dogs! Gourmet at the York Galleria hosts York County SPCA pets from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Visit the shop for great pet treats and to view dogs available for adoption from the SPCA.

The Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance has teamed up with Castaway Critters and Tri-County OIC to support Operation CatNIP, low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinics targeted to pet cats and feral cats for residents of Harrisburg.

Clinics will be held the third Saturday of each month at Tri-County OIC, 500 Maclay St., Harrisburg, PA. The cost is $40 for spay/neuter only; or $50 for spay/neuter surgery, distemper vaccine, rabies vaccine, and a Revolution treatment for fleas, ticks, ear mites, and worms.

The cost for residents of Harrisburg who receive government assistance is $10 per cat.

For clinic appointments, call (717) 831-5010, line 2. Please include your full name, complete address, phone number, number of cats that need to be spayed or neutered, and the type of government assistance you're receiving, if any.