Ross's Landing Opens to Dogs

Bentley cuts the ribbon.

"Could the Walnut Street Bridge be next?"

McKamey Pets Day at Chattanooga Market

Elizabeth ponders adopting the cat Afina.

The season's last tomatoes are joined by the first pumpkins.

Top dog enjoys some bluegrass.

Bone Appetite brought the treats.

Dan and Buckley, a mix of Labrador Retriever and German Pointer.

David offers popcorn to Socco and Jass.

Mac, Fluffy and Biscuit get to know one another.

Petsmart National Fall Adopt-A-Thon

In another time and place, I was fortunate to be part of a group photography show. Opposite the gallery is the local humane society. While we had been talking about bringing a dog into our home, no plan had formed that morning when I felt compelled to cross the street. Yes, our lives were about to be transformed by a Westie taken into their shelter only an hour before my visit. Somehow the former owners and this dog had failed one another, but we and Biscuit have made a success seven years running.

This weekend, PetSmart and McKamey are offering the same bargain. Healthy cats and dogs will be available at PetSmart on 5591 Highway 153. For each adoption, $25 goes to McKamey. Dogs are $100 and cats, $40, so stop by Friday, Saturday or Sunday afternoons and get some furry love of your own.

Doggie Paddle

For some dogs, the only thing more fun than a ride in our cars is a dip with us. Saturday the Warner Park pool opened its gates to the Doggie Paddle, which raised serious money for McKamey Animal Center.

McKamey News

Doggie Paddle

benefiting the McKamey Animal Care & Adoption Center

Saturday, August 8, 2009,

Warner Park Pool, 12-3pm

Come join the fun and swim with your dog in an Olympic-sized pool or in one of two wading pools. Beverages, snacks and event t-shirts available for sale during the event. Canine admission is $10 (goody bags available while supplies last). For more information visit www.mckameyanimalcenter.org.

Dog Days at Greenlife

Something tells me I'm going home with these people ; )

Need a cat?

No, thank you.

Not for you....

...unless your name is Labradoodle.

A wet terrier is not pleased.

Finally!

Weekend Dog Doin's

'Tis a good weekend for our furry friends. On Saturday Greenlife presents Dog Days from 11am until 3 pm. Cool your critter in a refreshing bath and support area animal rescues. Sunday finds the American Cancer Society's Bark For Life at The Chattanooga Market. From 11am 'til 4pm, there will be human/dog team competitions, a one mile walk and other diversions for $20 registration fee that supports ACS. Bone Appetite Bakery will bring the treats, so make tracks to the First Tennessee Pavillion.