Meet hundreds of dogs and puppies from across Washington -- all in one location at the Barktoberfest adoption event. Join fellow animal lovers on Sunday, October 11th, from noon until 3 pm at the Academy of Canine Behavior in Bothell, Wash. Last year, over 80 families found their new best friends at Barktoberfest!

Why should you adopt at this event?

More than 100 dogs and puppies of all different shapes, sizes, ages and breeds from nine animal rescue organizations will be onsite available for adoption. Puppies, adults, small dogs, purebred and mixed breeds will be available. No need to buy a dog from a breeder and then have to pay for shots and spay/neuter--with these dogs all of that has been done and is included in the adoption price. The only thing these dogs need is a new home to love and protect them for a lifetime.

Experienced shelter staff, volunteers and trainers will be on hand to help you find the right animal for your family. The trainers will be available to answer your questions about any dog you are thinking of adopting. Shelter staff has evaluated each dog's behavior and temperament. Adoption fees range from $150.00 to $250.00.

Need help picking out a dog or puppy?

Attend the Dog Ownership Basics Workshop with Trainer Robin Grannell

Saturday, October 10, 2009, 11 am to 1 pm at Canine Behavior Center, 7551 205th Ave NE Redmond, Wash.

Learn about options for acquiring a dog, how to select the right dog for your family and tips for successfully integrating the dog into your household. Workshop attendees earn early entry into the Barktoberfest adoption event. $20 per family.

For directions please visit http://www.caninebcenter.com/locations.nxg. The workshop is being held at the Redmond location.

Space is limited, so please RSVP to volunteers@pawsitivealliance.org or call 206.465.4116.

Participating animal adoption organizations include:

Barks R Us
Humane Society of Central Washington
Everett Animal Services
Grant County Animal Outreach
Homeward Pet Adoption Center
King County Animal Care and Control
PAWS
Yakima Valley Pet Rescue
Wenatchee Valley Humane Society

Food Drive - The Animals Need Your Help

Times are tough, especially for the shelters and rescues relying on donations. In conjunction with the adoption event, Barktoberfest is also a food drive. All food donations will be distributed to the shelters and rescues attending this event.

The Academy of Canine Behavior is located at 4705 240th St. SE, Bothell, Washington. For directions, click here.

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