SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Wayne Wilson Children’s Charity Rodeo and Carnival Set for Oct. 8-11

CAVE CREEK – Mark your calendar to attend one of the Valley’s most exciting charity events, the Wayne Wilson Children’s Charity Rodeo and Carnival, Friday, Oct. 8 through Monday, Oct. 11 in Cave Creek.

Presented by the Desert Foothills Community Association (DFCA), the second annual event kicks off Friday, Oct. 8 when the gates open at 4 p.m. The action begins at 5:30 p.m. with the Pro Tour FMX Motocross exhibition, mutton bustin’, bull riding and carnival rides at Cave Creek Memorial Arena, 37201 N. 28th Street. The arena remains open until 10 p.m. At 10 p.m., David Allan Coe will headline a concert at Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Road, in Cave Creek. Keep Reading...

Friesian keuring Saturday, Sept. 25

Free and open to the public

What is a keuring? Judges fly here from Holland to see the Friesian horses once a year to give status to ones that are entered into the inspection/keur. It is a very different way to show a horse due to having professional track runners dressed in all white to run the horses in white bridles or halters. It is very exciting!

Friesians are a rare breed with only 2500 in the United States! They were almost extinct at one time. Due to the heat there are not many in Arizona. If you enjoy watching pretty horses, this will be a perfect opportunity!

A Friesian keuring will be held at Euro Riding Center, 28922 North 53rd Street (north of Dynamite, west of Scottsdale Road, east of Cave Creek Road). A large Friesian banner will mark the spot. Please park off the road. The official start is at 7 a.m. on Saturday, Sept 25. IBOP tests will be first. Bring chairs.

For more information call Paula at 602-618-1226.

BY CLIFF FAVER, DVM | SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

The monsters within us – from our pets?

Some of you may have watched the specials on Animal Planet or the local news about the ‘Monsters within’ or animal parasites that can affect humans. What you may not have realized when watching is that your pet may be the most obvious source of many of these parasites. The best way to prevent these parasites from affecting our health is, of course, through good hygiene, but also by eliminating these parasites from your pet. Keep Reading...

From starvation to salvation; the miracle of Justice

Starved close to death, one dog survives and inspires help for others in need.

PHOENIX – A ten-month old, Boxer mix puppy was left for dead in the desert, extremely malnourished and covered in more than 1,000 ticks, barely hanging on to life. Rescued and taken to Animal Care & Control’s east shelter, there was little hope for an abandoned animal in dire physical condition, but his spirit and charisma were unwavering, and volunteers and staff alike knew he deserved a chance.
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