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West End Animal Friendly Update
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• Sunday, July 31st, 2011
The West End loves their pets. We have a wonderful dog park, are fortunate to have Western Farm Center in the heart of our neighborhood and have many responsible, considerate pet owners. Are you a Santa Rosa Dog owner who would like to share your favorite Dog friendly spots? Dog Friendly Santa Rosa on facebook- is a community that shares information between folks that like to take their well-behaved to events, businesses and locations that welcome them.  Join now!

West End feral Cat Colony – update from Charly Thomas: Approximately 12-13 cats still being fed daily on S. Side of creek. Cats eat about 30 lbs. of  food a week. Creek cats fixed/ear tipped since winter 2009- 32. One cat has been socialized and adopted.  North Side of W. E. also has two folks on Polk Street helping out with the feral cats- Donna & Darcy. Forgotten Felines fixes, ear tips and vaccinates the cats.  How can you help? 1. Drop a bag of cat food off on Charly’s porch (124 W. 6th) – you can get a bag of Diamond Cat food at Western Farm for a reasonable price. 2. Donate to Forgotten Felines. They help prevent thousands of cats being born and keeps the ones who are healthy. Thanks to Charly for all her hard work and updates!

Did you lose a cat? A very thin, friendly tortoiseshell cat with white feet and an ear tip was found 2 weeks ago on Hewitt. If you’ve lost a cat- contact Charly.

Sonoma County Fair has something for dog lovers- Splash Dogs- dock jumping contest. (Every day) Watch competitive water dogs vie for the prize. Do you have a dog that would like to compete? Please go to the Splash Dogs website to register your dog to participate. Registration materials will be posted there. The Sheep Dog Trials- (August 6th) The skills of dogs that herd sheep will amaze you. Derby Dog Dash. (Every Sunday between horse races) It’s a race for little dogs- doxies, puggles, terriers and mixed breeds can compete for the title. Does you dog have wheels? Go to Derby Dog Dash to register your dog rocket.

Dog rockets in action- Derby Dog Dash

Dog rockets in action- Derby Dog Dash

August 14th, Sunday- West End Poodle Party. A Sunday social for Poodles- they can bring their owners too! West End Poodle Party is held every second Sunday at 11 a.m. at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Poodles, Doodles, Poodle fusions and any Poodle friendly dog invited. Facebook

August 20th, Saturday- Bark for Life: The American Cancer Society Bark For LifeTM is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. So bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games. Bark for Life Info

BARK FOR LIFE

BARK FOR LIFE

August 21st, Sunday at 10 a.m.- Pug Play Day at DeTurk Round Barn Dog Park. Piles of Pugs play and cavort. It’s a sight to see. Pug Play Day is held the 3rd Sunday of every month. For more info: Lisa Howard

August 26th, 27th, and 28th- 2011 Agility Trials- Sonoma County Fairgrounds Lyttle Cow Palace/  August 27th and 28th 2011 All-Breed Dog Shows, Obedience Trials and Rally Trials/Sonoma County Fairgrounds Carnival lot-   The admission is free and it is a great way to spend the day with your family. For more info: http://www.mensona.org

Take me along- Do you have a well-behaved dog that enjoys events, shopping and dining? Would you like to know where the “dog friendly” hot spots are? Do you have a few to share? Dog Friendly Santa Rosa- is a facebook community that will focus on fun places to take your dog. It’s a place to exchange tips, experiences and ideas to enhance the social canine experience.  Join now! Dog Friendly Santa Rosa

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and Pet Friendly people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go tothe West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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DeTurk Dog Park and Pet News
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• Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
Alert! This West End email is totally animal related…so if you aren’t interested in animals- avert your eyes now!

West End Dog Park at DeTurk Round Barn Park: Brown Grass: The grass in the new dog park has gone brown in certain areas due to  items have been placed over the sprinkler heads. While the contractor attempts to revive the grass there will be a temporary period of daytime watering- so be patient. Also, please don’t leave chairs, safety cones or other items on the grass once you are done with them. Dog Waste: Although we have waited so long to enjoy this new park, there are some folks that are not picking up after their dogs. (Obviously, most of us do…) Many kids are also playing in the dog park right now- for the health and comfort of everyone, please pick up after your dog… and let’s take the teamwork approach on this- KINDLY REMIND others to do the same. There are no shortage of bags- so there are no excuses.

Tequlia and her 3 friends

Tequila and her 3 friends

West end dog photo gallery click here!

West End Poodle Party- There are plans for a poodle party at the dog park probably in August. If you have a poodle who would like to attend, please email to get on the list. Of course, all friendly breeds and dogs are welcomed.  Contact Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net.

West End Feline colony Update: Approximately 30 cats are living in the West End Feline Colony- all cats have been neutered (except two males), given shots and flea protection from Forgotten Felines. Charley Thomas has set up feeding stations. How can you help? 1. You can donate food to Charley- who currently supplies most of the food at her own expense. “Diamond” Naturals is the preferred food and can be purchased at Western Farm Center for a reasonable price. Drop it off on Charley’s porch at 124 W. 6th.  2. Donate to Forgotten Felines- a non profit that neutered, gave shots and flea protection to about 30 cats. That’s pretty amazing- check out their website to donate. Forgotten felines.

Splash Dogs at Sonoma County Fair: Have a water loving pooch? Splash dogs is great fun for water-loving dogs and their people—and even more fun for the audience. Dogs compete for distance, diving from a dock into a 25-ft. pool. The Fair welcomes experienced champion divers as well as novices. Find training tips and lots more info on the Splash Dogs official website. Splash Dogs Info and Registration

Derby Dog Dash at Sonoma County Fair on Sunday, August 8th: If you liked the Wiener Dog Races at the racetrack last year, you’re going to love the Derby Dog Dash.  Derby Dog Dash includes all small breeds, so get your Chihuahua, your Poodle or your Puggle in training now. Derby Dog Dash Info

Rocky the Dog- Rocky is a very special dog and he needs a home. Rocky was tied to a fence (on Wilson Street) and severely abused. Luckily the good folks at Sonoma County Animal Care & Control nursed Rocky back to health and prosecuted his abuser. Today, after several months, Rocky is free of any chronic health problems and ready for the loving home he deserves. Despite his past, Rocky is trusting of people, but needs to be introduced at a slower pace. He would prefer an adult only home without any other pets. Rocky already knows sit, stay, shake and lay down. Let’s give this story a happy ending.   Rocky the Dog Flyer See Rocky News video

Pet Friendly Dining and Cocktails, Sonoma/Napa- Dan Flock and Jenn Maly have come up with an excellent idea. .. a list of  Pet friendly dining and drinking establishments in Napa and Sonoma Counties. This was created out of frustration when traveling locally with dogs in tow, and finding a lot of places are not open to canine clientele. By the way, it’s not a Health department issue if dining outdoors, it’s a choice that restaurants and bars make. So let’s find, mark and spend money at the dog friendly establishments then, eh? Pet Friendly Dining & Cocktails Map
If your West End dog enters the So. Co. Fair Splash Dog or Dog Derby- Let us know! If you have a photo of your dog to put in the gallery- email it to westend@sonic.net
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West End Bocce is coming!
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• Saturday, April 10th, 2010

West End Summer Bocce is right around the corner. Your West End Neighborhood Association dues pay for the lavatory for our Summer Bocce season. Pay your dues by Pay Pal on our website or mail your check, payable to the West End Neighborhood Association to : Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street, Santa Rosa CA 95401. $10 suggested but any amount appreciated.

April 24th, Saturday- Our Annual Bocce Court clean up is at DeMeo Park from 11 a.m. Bring tools, gloves and don’t forget a hat and sunblock.

May 14th, Friday night. Bocce Season Opening night. Time for Summer nights with your friends and neighbors at beautiful DeMeo Park. Bring food and drink to share. Fun event for everyone. Well-behaved dogs are welcomed.  Starts around 6 p.m.

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

View over the "parking lot" on Bocce night

Time for Spring Cleaning! Empty out those closets and garages for the West End Neighborhood Spring yard sale.  May 1st Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain Date is May 8th).$5 donation if you would like to participate- this covers costs of ads, signs that will be put up (and taken down) on the day of sale.

West End Garage Sale

West End Garage Sale

West End DJ Katie Vrooman has a new specialty show that airs on the Krush 95.9 on Sunday nights from 10 p.m. to midnight. It’s called  “Great Dames, Vintage Chicks,” a collection of torch singers, big band singers and jazz vocalists from the 1930′s- 1960′s. Katie hand selects all the music from the show and talks about it as well. You can also hear Katie on Monday- Friday during mid-day- But the Sunday night show is about female singers who “carry the torch”. The KRUSH 95.9

West End Feral Cat Colony update. There are approximately 30 cats in this colony and most of them have been fixed, given shots and flea protection (at no cost!) from Forgotten Felines. West End Neighbor Charly Thomas has set up feeding stations. Contributions for Forgotten Felines or cat food to Charly would be greatly appreciated.  These cats eat just over 3- 25 lb bags of cat food a month. Drop off food (25 lb Costco bag of adult cat food preferred) at 124 W. 6th.

Are you a West End performer, artist or other talented individual? Don’t be shy! Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. We want to support you.

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The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the full calendar, the latest updates and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website Click Here!

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