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Events

Easter Bunny Pictures- Hands 4 Paws Fundraiser

Join Hands 4 Paws on Saturday March 27th from 1 - 4 pm for pictures with the Easter Bunny. Children and Pets can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Each photo is $5.00. There will be a Doggie Easter Egg Hunt at 4:10 pm. The Easter Bunny will be at Jarman Center in Tuscola. Enter the door under the blue striped awning, off Parke Street. The money raised from this event will go toward funding a Pet Wellness Program to be held later this year. If you have any questions, please email hands4pawsinc@yahoo.com or call 217-253-3221.

Thunderstorm and Noise Phobia

During storms, fireworks and other loud noises, does your dog:

- run and hide in a bedroom or bathroom

- pace around the house and pant

Dr. Foote will be talking about Thunderstorm and Noise Phobias. Join her at Prairieland Feeds in Savoy. The date and time will be announced soon.

Common Household Toxins

This session will present a brief rundown of the common items found in homes and yards that are toxic to animals. These include grapes, raisins, macadamia nuts, chocolate, cocoa mulch, and some toxic plants. The class will be held on March 8th at 6:00 pm at the U of I Small Animal Clinic. Class fee is $8.00 if you register by Wednesday, Feb 24th. If you register after the 24th, the fee is $13.00. Please visit the U of I's website to register or for more information. If you have questions, please call 217-333-2907.

What's Buggin' Your Pet? A Primer About Parasites

Learn about the common parasites of your pet, such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, heartworms, fleas, ticks, and more. You'll also learn how to prevent you and your pet from getting these potentially deadly parasites. The class will be held on April 12th at 6:00 pm at the U of I Small Animal Clinic. Class fee is $8.00 if you register by Wednesday, March 31st. If you register after the 31st, the fee is $13.00. Please visit the U of I's website to register or for more information. If you have questions, please call 217-333-2907.

American Red Cross Cat and Dog First Aid and CPR

Learn how to be prepared for emergencies that involve your pet (cat or dog) and how to protect yourself and the animal from further harm, injury, or suffering during emergencies by teaching prompt, effective first aid actions and care. The class will teach the immediate and temporary care for the pet until it can be taken to a veterinarian for attention. Participants will receive their choice of either a cat or dog first aid book and DVD set. The other set can be purchased for an additional fee following the course. Participants will also receive information about pets and disasters, breathing barriers, a course certificate, and participant packet. This session is approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes in length. The class will be held on May 10th at 6:00 pm at the U of I Small Animal Clinic. Class fee is $30.00 if you register by Wednesday, April 28th. If you register after the 28th, the fee is $40.00. Please visit the U of I's website to register or for more information. If you have questions, please call 217-333-2907.