FRE E
You are invited!
SACO MAIN STREET’S
BARK IN THE PARK Held at Fairfield School - 75 Beach St., Saco September 14th, 12pm – 3pm (Rain date Sept. 15) Doggy Parade – Dogs in costume strut their stuff. Agility Course – Watch agile pups tackle jumps, tunnels and weave poles with finesse. Best Dressed Contest – Enter your stylish pup to win the title of Most Stylish Pup. Pet Vendor Fair – Pet products and services. Pet Adoption Zone – Meet adoptable dogs. Demonstrations – Obedience techniques and agility.
DowneastDogNews.com
Volume 19 • Issue 8 • AUGUST 2024
Ollie, a Local Hero Dog!
Delicious food and refreshments will be available. https://sacomainstreet.org/event/bark-in-the-park/
Thank you to our sponsors!
Compassionate Care & Expertise
pvesc.com | 207-878-3121
PORTLAND VETERINARY EMERGENCY AND SPECIALITY CARE IS THE FOUNDING SPONSOR OF
PET ROCK IN THE PARK
Sunday, August 25, 2024 11AM-3PM Deering Oaks Park, Portland
T
he American Humane Organization is committed to recognizing heroic dogs. So, to that end, they host a nationwide competition annually, beginning with initial rounds each summer, to search for America’s Hero Dogs in several categories that are announced the following January. But here in Maine, one local dog has never been nominated for any award, including the American Humane’s, but he deserves a huge shout out because he’s a superhero in his own right! Katie Keenan of Richmond said her 6-year-old Maltese Shih Tzu Poodle mix, Ollie, has been a terrific boy from the get-go. He never needed training, “He’s the smartest dog I ever owned.” Katie, who works for Maine’s Department of Education, and her husband, Fonz (yes, like the legendary Happy Days character), found him through an area breeder and he’s been a joy. His
See OLLIE on page 5
Join us for this pet-friendly event
with live music, vendors, and food
By Susan Spisak
to benefit
INSIDE 6 2 Hot Dog News
Basic Training Tips
8&9
Doggone Summer Fun
12 &13
Dogs for Adoption
DOWNEASTDOGNEWS.COM
14
Calendar of Events