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*** Godfrey's Retail Store and Play Parks are closed on Sun., Sept. 5, 2010 for Labor Day *** Dog people love being with their dogs and getting together with other dog lovers, don't we? That's why we here at Godfrey's enjoy planning fun events for you and your dog. We love the positive energy flow, the stories, the lessons learned, laughs, the puppy kisses, hugs, and the antics of our four-legged customers. We have a real commitment to the ultimate health and wellness of dogs, so you'll see events focused on learning more about just that. And dogs, please remember to keep your humans on a leash when visiting us. We want everyone to be safe here at Godfrey's! We had a blast at our local Humane Society's fundraiser in July, "Pints for Pups." We thank all of our vendors who helped to contribute some of the products that we served at Spike's Doggie Bar and Buffet: Fromm Family Foods, Weruva and Happy Howie's. Dogs happily lapped up the Bowser Beer Slurpees and loved the buffet sampler plate. The Humane Society raised over $36,000 at this one event. Now that's fundraising at it's finest! We were very happy to help out and look forward to the Walk-A-Thon in September.
Sun., Sept. 26, 2010: "Fall Season or Every Day" Photography 12noon-4pm NEW It's hard to believe that we're planning this Fall event! It's been a long, hot summer, that's for sure. You won't want to miss this special event to capture your adorable canine in the Fall theme or every day (plain background). Angela Stehl of Pooch Smooch Photography will be here with Fall decorations but certainly feel free to bring along your own items if there are some special things you'd like to use in the photo. Her sitting fee is $10. You will review all photos she takes that day and select just what's right for you. Photography events are held in the Godfrey’s retail shop, downstairs.
photo courtesy of Pooch Smooch Photography Payment is required the day of the photo shoot. You will be called when the photos are ready for your pick up at Godfrey's and they will be back to us within 2 to 3 weeks. Appointments are scheduled every 15 minutes. Include family members, too! To book an appointment, call us at 610-777-5755. Get these dates on your calendar! The following dates/themes are reserved for Pooch Smooch photography sessions in 2010: Sun., Oct. 24 Holiday (order your Holiday cards!) Sun., Nov. 28 Holiday
Sun., Oct. 3, 2010: "Blessing of the Animals" 2:30pm NEW Location: Outdoors, on the grounds at Godfrey's In case of inclement weather, the celebration will be held in Godfrey's Canine Learning Center.
Please join us on this day in celebrating all of the wonderful, loving animals that share and enrich our lives. Rev. Jim Adams will gather us together in this lovely non-denominational celebration. He will bless each animal that attends and each will receive a St. Francis of Assisi "Protect My Pet" medal-Godfrey's way of saying "thank you" for keeping all of your furry ones in good care and in love.
Thank you, Rev. Jim, for once again conducting this ceremony for all of our animal-loving friends. We also thank Judy Koch, a violinist with the Reading Pops Orchestra, for volunteering her time and talent by providing musical accompaniment. Come a little early and stay after the ceremony to enjoy her relaxing music. Sat., Oct. 23: "Dog and Cat First Aid" 8:30am-12:30pm NEW Cost: $ 45 Pre-paid registration required by Mon., Oct. 18. Class size not to exceed 14 participants Location: Godfrey's Retail Shop, downstairs Instructor: Sam Merman, American Red Cross First Aid Instructor Note: A minimum of 6 students is required to run this course. In the event that the minimum number participants is not met and the class is canceled, all prepaid registrations will be refunded.
Upon completion of this course, you will be certified in Dog and Cat First Aid and you will receive a card from the American Red Cross. Canine Massage by Lorraine Storms, Therapetz When? Appointments scheduled from 11am-1pm for the second Saturday of every month. Next appointment date: Sat., Sept. 11, 2010 Location: Downstairs at Godfrey's Canine Therapist: Lorraine Storms Private appointment rates: $20 for 15 minutes $30 for 30 minutes To book your appointment: Call Lorraine at 610-370-5007 or email her at raine.storms@comcast.net. Questions are welcome, too! Therapeutic massage is a relatively new service to be offered for dogs. It is one of many modalities now being offered to improve animal health and facilitate rehabilitation. Lorraine Storms of Therapetz maintains certifications in Feline, Canine, and Equine Massage from Integrated Touch Therapy, Inc.® located in Circleville, Ohio. She trained exclusively with Patricia Whalen-Shaw, a licensed massage therapist in Ohio, both nationally certified by the NCBTMB and sports-massage certified.
Lorraine joined us a few weeks ago to introduce her services in canine massage. She offered free mini-massages for all dogs who came shopping and just about every dog took her up on her offer! Interest was high so we decided to host Lorraine here on Nov. 8 and Dec. 6 so that she could offer private massage appointments in a quiet atmosphere. How do dogs benefit from massage therapy?
The benefits of massage therapy for people, as well as pets, are many. There are dozens of different types of massage, but for most of them the benefits include the following:
• relief from pain, stress and anxiety • relaxes tight muscles & improves joint mobility • helps alleviate tension headaches, muscular back pain and repetitive motion injuries • compliments physical therapy & chiropractic care • improves blood & lymph circulation • lowers blood pressure • flushes toxins from the body • promotes healing of tissues by increasing circulation • enhances muscle tone and increases range of motion
Sat., Sept. 25, 2010: Join our Godfrey's Pack and Walk for the Animals! NEW Our local Humane Society of Berks County (HSBC) is once again holding their annual Walk-a-Thon and Walktoberfest on Sept. 25, 2010. Godfrey's has supported this event over the years by being a vendor sponsor. In 2009, we were invited to also host Spike's Doggie Bar and Buffet and we had a blast introducing all the dogs attending to some great food and treats, including doggie beer and wine! Please join our Pack! This year we're also putting a PACK together to walk for the animals. Our PACK name is "Godfrey's Paw Walkers." We owe a huge thank you to our friend and customer Kristin Good with taking the initiative to get our PACK organized. How cool is that! Kristen and her husband adopted a lab mix named Jynx a few years ago and boy did Jynx need them. Kristin and Jynx are regulars at Godfrey's, participating in our doggie play groups. Kristen knows for sure that a tired (well exercised) dog is a happy dog. We all want to raise money to continue the good work that the Humane Society does and we need your help. As a PACK, we are challenged to raise $1,000. Kristin's already gotten started for our PACK. Here's her fundraising page: www.firstgiving.com/kristingood1. You'll learn from her about Jynx and his story. All of you walking with us can make your own web page to ask for donations. Kristin also created an "Event" on her Facebook account and sent it to all of her Facebook friends to make them aware of her efforts on behalf of the PACK. Sound confusing? Call Kristin. She's full of ideas to help you!
Please come out and walk with our PACK! Interested in walking with us? Call Kristin at 610-413-6455. You can pick up a registration form at Godfrey's. Remember to include our PACK name on your registration form. Go to the HSBR web site to learn more about how the PACK works and more about the fun things going on there. The event is held in Reading, PA at the First Energy Stadium, where the Reading-Phillies play. At Godfrey's, we have over 5,500 registered customers. We know that our customers are true dog lovers. Come out with us that day and show your support and concern for homeless animals. We can make a difference, one dollar and one step at a time!
********** HELP LOCAL PETS IN NEED ********** Godfrey's is a collection point for the Animal Rescue League of Berks County. Please see their web site for items they are currently in need of. Godfrey's is also a drop-off collection point for the CART (County Animal Response Team) program for the Humane Society of Berks County. We want to help the lives of dogs in tough situations feel better. Animals in this program come into the shelter because they are victims of catastrophes (fires, floods, etc.), sudden illness or death of owners, and also because of domestic violence cases where the dog must be removed from the home immediately. Dogs in these situations need food and basic supplies. For this program, we are equipped to accept donations of the following: unopened food and treats, peanut butter, water and food bowls, sanitizable pet toys (Kong, nylabone, etc.), dog shampoo, and gently used but clean (or new, of course!) toys, beds, collars and leashes. PLEASE NOTE: Please do not bring donations of cat litter. Review Past Events at Godfreys: "Howloween Trick or Treat Day" Oct. 2009 "My Funny Valentine" Celebration Day Feb. 2009 Note: We had tons of great events in 2008, too! We just didn't get them posted here. Howl-o-ween Pawrade and Pawty 2007 Niki and Hughie's Canine Wedding - June 2007 2nd Annual Easter Egg and Bone Hunt 2007 "Perfect Pair" Photo Contest Winner - February 2007 Howl-o-ween Pawrade and Pawty 2006 "Blessing of the Animals" Celebration Oct. 2006 "Everybody's Birthday Pawty Aug. 2006" "Dog Moms are Mothers, Too" Day 2006 1st Annual Easter Egg and Bone Hunt 2006 John Grogan, Author: Book Signing Event - "Marley & Me", Dec. 2005 Howl-o-ween Pawrade and Pawty 2005 Jackson Godfrey's "Birthday Pawty" 2005 Godfrey's 1st Year Anniversary Celebration 2005 "Dog Dads are Fathers, Too" Day 2005 "Bark for Art" Fundraiser 2005
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