Animal Aid Happy, Health Family Pet Classes and Workshops
Animal Aid is hosting a series of seminars and
hands-on workshops based around activities that
promote the physical and emotional health of
pets and their families. Our goal? Prevent pets from
entering the rescue cycle in the first place!
Year
after year we deal with the aftermath as too
many otherwise fine animals are abandoned for
an issue that could have been solved if the
owner had timely access to information about
other options.
Where will the classes be held?
Two local businesses
that generously allowed us to share their space:
How to Keep the Vet Bills Down
Now, more than ever, we are watching every dollar. But not taking your
pet to the vet isn't the answer!
Bills can be kept to a minimum if we are proactive with our pet's well-being!
This "humans only" seminar will help you make good decisions.

|
When
TUESDAY Jan 5, 2010
7:30 - 9:00 pm
Where
PetUtopia (near Washington Sq.)
8670 SW Scholls Ferry Road Beaverton, OR 97008
Presented by
Dr. Yvonne Wikander, of the Cornell
Road Veterinary Hospital
in Hillsboro,
OR
Investment
$10 donation to Animal Aid, payable at the seminar.
Thank you, Dr. Wikander, for your excellent presentation and
handouts!
|
Weight Control for Pets
"Plump" is not "pleasant" for your pet! Excess weight is, in fact, a primary
contributor to a whole host of preventable medical problems.

Just how do you determine what IS the right weight? How do you return
that butterball to her prior svelte state without jeopardizing your relationship?
|
When
THURSDAY, January 21
7:30 - 8:30 pm
Where
PetUtopia
(near Washington Sq.)
8670 SW Scholls Ferry Road Beaverton, OR 97008
Presented by
Dr. Kathy Sandifer, of the Oswego Veterinary Hospital
Investment
$10 donation to Animal Aid, payable at the seminar.
Dr. Sandifer's presentation was both thought-provoking and practical – we
thank her for an excellent class! |
Massage Away Those Winter Aches
Cold, damp Oregon winters are just as hard on pets as they are on humans.
Massage
is a proactive therapy that is extremely beneficial for dogs living with mobility
issues or chronic illness as well as those recovering from
surgery.
For healthy, active dogs, massage is an
effective way to prevent muscle related problems
and strain injuries.
Price includes 1 dog and 2 humans.

|
When
SATURDAY, February 6
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where
Pup-A-Razzi
16300 SW Hart Road, Suite H, Beaverton, OR 97007
Presented by
Shawn Kaye
Mind • Body • Dog Professional Pet Care
Investment
$20.00 donation to Animal Aid
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
– the class will be capped at 8-10 dogs FULL.
Wait-listing now.
- Call 503-244-2060 to speak to the event coordinator
- Email us at
(don't forget your contact info)
|
When you can't be
outside, working with a Theraball is a great way to exercise your
dog's mind and body as well as strengthen its core muscles.

Regular Theraball use can also increase the range of motion,
flexibility, improve reflexes, and lead to increased muscle tone and endurance.
This workshop could be one of the most important things you
ever do with your dog.
Price includes 1 dog and 2 humans. |
When
SUNDAY, February 21
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Where
PetUtopia (near
Washington Sq.)
8670
SW Scholls Ferry Road Beaverton, OR 97008
Presented by
Bobbie Lyons, of
Pawsitive Performance
Investment
$20.00 donation to Animal Aid
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
– the class will be capped at six dogs
- Call 503-244-2060 to speak to the event coordinator
- Email us at
(don't forget your contact info and your dog's height at the
shoulder so that the proper size Theraball can be provided for your
use.)
- Sign up directly at the PetUtopia counter next time
you shop.
|
Have Some Good Ideas For Classes?
If you have suggestions for other classes – or even better,
if you would like to offer your services as one of our volunteer instructors – we'd
love to hear from you! We could only pay you with our thanks, but we
promise to generate as much publicity for you as we can muster.
Back to the top...