October Things To Do! Fall Flea Market, to K9 Police Trials, Cheetah Dash!

DAYTON VALLEY DOG PARK

FALL FLEA MARKET OCT 13

8:00am  -   3:00pm

 

Come join the DVDP for its Fall Flea Market on October 13 at the Dog Park, Dayton Valley Road and Como Road in Dayton.   Vendor spaces are available for $15 for a 12 X 12 space; $20 at the gate.  

There will be raffle prizes, food, and crafts for everyone.  Be sure to check out the bricks that have been expertly placed by volunteers through the dog park.  

You can purchase your brick in honor or memory of a pet, person or a special day at any of the two dog park booths.  Come support your local dog park, donations accepted.  See you there!!!!  

Any questions, please call 775.246.0814.

Law Enforcement K9s Compete in Reno Saturday, October 13

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Dozens of law enforcement and military K9 teams are coming to Reno to compete in the 2013 Western States Police Canine Association’s End of the Year Trials.

The patrol phase of the competition is open to the public and the media and begins at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 13, on the football field at Bishop Manogue High School.

Patrol phase competition includes agility courses, obedience tests, a search exercise, and  a protection and apprehension phase. 

This year’s trials are hosted by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with the Sparks Police Department and Nevada Highway Patrol.

Competition is open to all full time law enforcement and military K9 teams. There is also a category for retired canines and Reserve K9 Units.  

Western States Police Canine Association (WSPCA) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting strong police K9 programs and training that enhance law enforcement services. In addition to sponsoring training opportunities and providing a forum for K9 handlers to share information, WSPCA sanctions competitions that hone the skills and control of K9 teams in street-like scenarios.

For more information about the Western States Police Canine Association, visit www.wspca.net.   (775) 785-6205.

 

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Last Chance Cheetah Dash

Reno's Animal Ark invites you to the

Last Chance Cheetah Dash 

Sunday, October 14th, at 4:30 p.m.

This is the last Cheetah Run of the season! Reward yourself with an incredible

experience: Watch these magnificent cats running with extraordinary speed, off‐leash, across the desert in pursuit of an enticing lure. Admire their awesome acceleration, from 0 - 45 mph in 3 seconds, with 22-foot strides and a top speed of 60 mph! It will be fun for the entire family. Come early to allow time to visit the other wild residents at the Animal Ark prior to the cheetah run.

PLEASE RSVP: reservations are required due to limited seating. Children must be at least ten years old to participate.

When: Sunday, October 14th, promptly at 4:30 p.m.

Where: Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary & Nature Center

Directions: From Reno, Highway 395 North, right onto Red Rock Road, drive 11.5

miles, then right onto Deerlodge Road, to our driveway at 1265

Deerlodge.

Admission: Adults $40; Seniors $35; Children (10-16 years old) $30

Phone: 1-775-970-3431 (area code required)

Websites: www.AnimalArk.org www.facebook.com/AnimalArk.Nevada