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Today is the last day for the RETAIN summer dog wash at Heartland Animal Hospital, 4100 N. Woodlawn in Bel Aire.
Between 1 and 4 p.m., weather permitting, volunteers will shampoo, rinse and towel off dogs for a requested donation of $4 for a small or medium-sized dog and $5 for a large dog.
RETAIN is now collecting items for its annual fall garage sale, planned for Sept. 23-25 at 615 S. Roosevelt.
Proceeds help pay for spaying and neutering of pets whose owners can't afford the surgeries.
To donate items or for more information, call Jerry at 316-682-2249.
Andover seminar: School for dogs
Andover Veterinary Clinic will hold a seminar on Tuesday called "School for Your Dog."
The seminar, which starts at 6:30 p.m., is at 517 W. Central in Andover. Karrie Jackson will discuss the basics of obedience training for your dog.
Refreshments will be provided. Limited space is available; RSVP by calling 316-733-0701. For more information, go online to www.andovervet.com.
Seminar to address preventative health
All Paws Pet Center, 21st and Maize Road, will offer a free seminar, "Preventative Health for Your Dog and Cat," at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 18.
Veterinarian Christen Skaer will present the seminar, which will include topics such as immunizations, the how and why; internal parasite (worms) prevention; heartworm prevention; and flea and tick control.
The one-hour session will be followed by a question-and-answer period.
The seminar is free. Preregistration is required as seating is limited. Call 316-619-4082.
Compiled by Diane McCartney
