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Join WHLR at the 7th annual Charleston Dog Show, a wonderful family event for Lowcountry dogs and their families. The Charleston Dog Show is Saturday, May 1 in downtown Charleston in Marion Square and runs from 8:30AM to 3:00PM.

In addition to friendly canine competition, there will be a dog vendor village, silent auction, pet portrait artists' corner, microchipping clinic, educational exhibits highlighting area Dog Rescue groups, including Wild Heir Lab Rescue, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing, Obedience Demonstrations, gourmet lunch boxes, children's PB&J stand, canine concessions and much more!

Join WHLR and celebrate St Paddy's day the Labby way on March 20 from 1-5PM at Art's Bar and Grill, 413 Coleman Blvd in Mt Pleasant!

There will be live music by the Fire Apes, David Stewart and John Seymour plus treats for people and dogs, games and some of our adoptable labs.

Come join the party and meet your new best friend!

Wild Heir will be at Petsmart of Mt. Pleasant on Longpoint Road Saturday, March 13 from 11-3. Come out and meet your new best friend!

Pet lovers are invited to the 2010 Doggie Day at the Rec! The action starts at 9 am and runs til 1 pm.

This annual event features a rabies clinic from 9 am - 11 am, pet photos, local rescue groups, pet-related businesses & sponsors, AND (drum roll, please) at 10 am the main event begins... a fantastic, fun-filled Dog Show!

Be sure and stop by our booth for cute doggy decals, magnets, groovy tshirts, dogdannas, scrunchy collar covers and more! Meet our adoptable, adorable Labs and friendly volunteers.

We will be set up beside our friends at Lowcountry Golden Retriever Rescue inside the Rec Center near the show ring and outside near the front doors (weather permitting.) Pick your favorite flavor of retriever while supporting local rescue efforts!

Joey, an adoptable Wild Heir Lab/ Dalmation mix says, "This is a really convenient and inexpensive way to get your BFF (Best Furry Friend) his rabies vaccination. The clinic runs from 9 am to 11 am, and will be located at one of my favorite hang outs, the Bark Park behind the Rec Center on 29th Ave.''

"Oh, I almost forgot! IOP city dog licenses are available with proof of rabies vaccination."

Join Wild Heir Labrador Rescue and Coastal South Carolina Labrador Retriever Club at their upcoming Supported Entry (conformation) show with Sweepstakes, Jan 30 and 31, 2010. CSCLRC's goal is to better serve the interests of Labrador owners and enthusiasts in the Coastal Carolinas, and Wild Heir is proud to be an honorary club member. If you're interested in learning more about Labrador breed standards and performance, want to see what takes to make a Champion, talk to an ethical breeder or professional handler, or stop by our rescue booth and meet some adoptable Labs, don't miss this event!

Following the dog show on Saturday Jan 30 at 6PM, CSCLRC will be hosting a seafood dinner ($10/person). There will be a "Whine" tasting along with dinner, with proceeds from the tasting going to WHLR.

CSCLRC's Supported Entry is held in conjunction with the Charleston Kennel Club's dog show at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, SC.

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The 2010 Southeast Wildlife Expo runs February 12-14 2009. Join us there and meet some of our adoptable dogs, buy some of our stuff and help support the lab rescue!

If you'd like to volunteer and help out with dogs, manning the WHLR booth or just spreading the word about our dogs, we'll definitely put you to work!

The 2010 Trot for the Cure benefit is scheduled for January 10, 2010 at Magnolia Plantation. Pre-registration is $25 and includes a shirt if you register before December 23, 2009. Registration the day of the event is $30.

The Trot for the Cure is an annual fundraiser for canine cancer research held at beautiful and historic Magnolia Gardens near Charleston, S.C.

It consists of walking your dog through historic Magnolia Plantation and Gardens; entertainment by the Dixie Dancing Dogs who perform dance and tricks routines; a talk on canine cancer by nationally renowned oncologist at UGA, Nicole Northrup followed by a Q&A session with a panel of veterinary specialists - neurologist, ophthalmologist, internist and general practitioner; a delicious barbecue; and a raffle ends the fun. A tax deductible donation of $25/person includes all the above, plus a long sleeved Trot t-shirt, if the entry is received before the deadline. Attending dogs receive goodie bags while they last.

The 2010 Trot for the Cure will also feature a talent show

Does your dog have talent? Do you like to show off his or her special tricks? Can your dog dance? If the answer to any of these questions is "yes," we have just the fun event for you at the Trot this year! Sign up with your dog to showcase his or her creativity.

Unlike people, animals have no fundraising drives, no cancer survivor spokespersons, and no special events to bring their plight to the spotlight. Until now! To date the event has brought in over $65,000.00 for cancer research. Around 300 people and over 200 dogs typically attend each one. The Trot for the Cure has become one of the premier dog events in the area, and is unique in its format. Scientists need continual funding for their valuable work in finding better treatments and cures for cancers in dogs. Enjoying an afternoon at the Trot with your dog and dog friends is a fun way to help them further this important work. All proceeds go to the University of Georgia's Arch Foundation for GA CaRES Fund at the University of Georgia Veterinary Hospital where many Lowcountry pets are referred for treatments.

To register, download the registration form and send it in.

For more information, contact Jane Hirsch or visit the Trot for the Cure website.

Join Wild Heir and Lowcountry Golden Retriever Rescue at the Mt. Pleasant Holiday Farmers Market on Saturday, December 12th from 11:00 am to 3 pm. Come meet Retrievers of all ages and colors who are looking for their forever home for the holidays!

The Festival is a combination of locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, hot food and homemade preserves. Hand crafted gifts by more than 100 local artisans will include Christmas ornaments, glass work, lighthouses, whimsical holiday crafts, doll clothing, and original art by locally recognized potters, painters and photographers. Live entertainment with a holiday twist will flow through the market. Children activities will include face painting, a jump castle and a visit with Santa Claus. Santa will visit the market, listen to Christmas wishes and hand out candy canes.

Saturday, December 12, 2009
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Location: The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, Moultrie Middle School, Coleman Blvd.

Grab your BFF (best fur friend) and join Wild Heir at Petsmart in Mt. Pleasant on Sunday, December 6th from 10 am to 3 pm for photos with Santa Paws! Photos are free with purchase of an adorable Christmas keepsake picture frame complete with a green bow and paw prints for only $9.95. Half of the proceeds from Sunday's sales only benefit Wild Heir. Hope to see you at Petsmart. 'tis the season!

Wild Heir is proud to be a part of PetSmart's Holiday National Adoption Weekend on Sunday, November 15th from 11am to 4 pm. PetSmart's goal is to find homes for more than 15,000 pets in need and we are honored that our Labby's will be in the spotlight on Sunday. Come out and join us at the Mount Pleasant PetSmart off of Long Point Rd and meet our wonderful Labs and Lab Mixes that are looking for their "Furever" home!

Join Wild Heir at Paws in the Park on Saturday, October 24 from 10am to 3 pm at Park Circle in North Charleston. Paws in the Park is an all-day event featuring a fun walk, games, food, live music and activities for pets and their families. Stop by the Wild Heir tent to meet our adoptable Labbys!

Saturday, October 10th is Daniel Island Park Day from 11-5 at Children's Park on Daniel Island. It's another great event that can result in more of our Labs finding their "furever" home.

A fall tradition in Charleston, Daniel Island's Park Day is an entertaining day of events, field games, food and live music for the entire family. This popular Lowcountry festival has evolved into one of Charleston's broadest scope charitable events, raising money and awareness for more than 20 area non-profit organizations. The day features a line-up of entertainment and events in a waterfront setting overlooking the Wando River.

Bring your BFF (best fur friend!) and join Wild Heir on Sunday, October 4th at The Blessing of the Animals at Grace Episcopal Church in downtown Charleston. As an animal lover, you won't want to miss this special event where Grace Episcopal invites all creatures great and small to be blessed! The event starts at 4:00. Wild Heir will meet in the parking lot behind the church at 3:30. Don't be late as this is a very popular event and the church fills up quickly! Grace Episcopal is located at 98 Wentworth Street. If you'd like to join us, send our Volunteer Coordinator an email and let her know you'll be coming in case we have any changes in meeting location. If you're bringing your foster dog, please touch base with our Foster Director

Join WHLR at the First Annual Lowcountry Paws & Claws Pet Expo sponsored by The Post & Courier on Saturday, September 26th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Charleston Area Convention Center in North Charleston. Come meet some of our rescued Labs who are looking for their foster and forever homes! We'll also have lots of Labby merchandise available. Four legged BFFs (best fur friends) are welcome to attend!

Join WHLR at our Meet & Greet on Saturday, September 12th at All is Well on James Island. Stop by 1409 Folly Road any time from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and meet some of our rescued Labs who are looking for their foster and forever homes! We'll also have lots of Labby merchandise on sale.

Join us at Planet Bark on Friday, September 18th 6:30PM for a night of fun and drinks with your furry friends! Mary Zapatka, the new owner of Planet Bark along with Susan Marett of Purely Positive Dog Training would love to invite you out for a great night of complimentary beer, wine and food.

Come out and let your pets play with their friends while you make new ones! Hear about all the exciting new events and training classes that will be happening at Planet Bark during the Fall.

Planet Bark is located at 1058 Johnnie Dodds Blvd in Mt Pleasant

The Lost Dog Cafe at 106 West Huron St, Folly Beach is hosting THANK DOG IT'S FRIDAY on Friday, June 19th from 5pm to 8pm. Come on out and enjoy hot dogs and cold drinks, music and the chance to win a great prize! Come meet our rescued dogs looking for forever and foster homes. We'll also have our labby merchandise available for purchase with all sales to benefit the Wild Heir Labs. Hope to see you Friday!

Here is WHLR's calendar of events for June and July.

Happenings in June

• June 13 - 11-3PM at the Mt Pleasant Petsmart
• June 19 - Thank Dog It's Friday 5-8PM at the Lost Dog Cafe on Folly Beach

Happenings in July

• July 11 - 11-3PM at the Mt Pleasant Petsmart
• July 11 - 11-2PM at All is Well on Folly Rd
• July 17 - Bow Wow Luau from 7-11PM at The Landing on Shem Creek
• July 25 - 11-2PM at All is Well in West Ashley

A big thank you to everyone who came out to Body, Mind & Spirit for Dogs and Their People in support of Wild Heir and Callie! Last night we raised over $1,000 to help pay for Callie's surgery! Thankfully the weather cooperated and the rain held off. A great time was had by all who attended, both two and four legged alike!

If you missed out on the fun, there's more to come at the Hot Dog Cookout and Dogwash tomorrow, Saturday, June 6th at Fetch Doggy Day Care in West Ashley. We'll be there from 11 am to 2 pm. Grab your BFF (best fur friend) and join us. We'll give your BFF a bath while you relax and enjoy a hot dog and a cold soda. After his bath, treat your BFF to some tasty doggy ice cream!

Hope to see you at Fetch, and thank you again to everyone for helping Wild Heir help Callie!

If you can't make it but would still like to donate to help pay for Callie's surgery, just click on the button below.

Grab Your BFF (best fur friend) and join us at the Dog Wash & Hot Dog
Cookout

Saturday, June 6th
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Hosted by
Fetch Doggy Day Care
1990 Ashley River Road in West Ashley (843.225.3647)

All proceeds will go towards surgery for Callie, a sweet two year old Wild Heir Labrador Rescue black Labby with hip dysplasia in both legs.

$15 for a dog wash, hot dog and soda!

We'll also have gourmet ice cream for dogs and their people!!!

Click the button below to make a donation to Callie's Surgery Fund!