Pets

pet loss group: Open, drop-in support group for anyone experiencing or anticipating the loss of a pet. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, call: 541-382-5882.

Basic companionship: Multi-week class starting Wednesday and Aug. 4 teaches owner-pet communication. Class covers basic commands, such as sit, down, come and stay, and teaches controlled walking. Two certified instructors will lead every class. For more information, contact: Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs at 541-312-3766 or visit www.dancinwoofs.com.

understanding the canine mind talk: Free talk, given by Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs, covers how dogs learn and communicate, as well as how to understand and train dogs. Held Wednesday and Aug. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Preregistration requested. Contact: Mare Shey at 541-312-3766.

PUPPY 101: Puppies 8 to 13 weeks old are welcome to join this class any week with its ongoing format. All weeks include socialization, confidence-building skills, playtime, handling exercises and more. Classes are from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays. Contact: Mare Shey of Dancin’ Woofs at 541-312-3766 or www.dancinwoofs.com.

OBEDIENCE FOR AGILITY: Agility is a great way to connect with your dog. Held at Desert Sage Agility, 24035 Dodds Road, Bend. For evening classes, obedience, rally and puppy classes, contact: Jane at 541-385-7691. For Saturday classes, contact: Renata at 541-604-4193. Cost varies from $95 to $125. For Sunday classes, contact: Michelle at 541-388-9230 or desertsageagility.com.

foundation for competition agility: Four-week class designed for the competitive team. Daytime and evening classes available. Held at Desert Sage Agility, 24035 Dodds Road, Bend. Cost is $65. To register, contact: Stephanie Morris at 541-385-7691 or visit desertsageagility.com.

BASIC Manners OBEDIENCE: All ages and breeds can attend this six-week course. Covers basic manners and basic commands. Class begins at 10 a.m. July 14. Registration required by July 13. Cost is $75. Contact: Diann Hecht at 541-536-2458, diannshappytails@msn.com or www.OregonDogLady.com.

PUPPY MANNERS: Puppies 8 weeks and older are welcome in this class, which will cover positive learning, socializing, puppy problems, basic puppy manners and more. Seven-week course begins at 6:30 p.m. July 16. Contact: Diann Hecht at 541-536-2458, diannshappytails@msn .com or www.OregonDogLady.com.

off-leash train and play classes: Classes for social dogs to learn proper play behavior and off-leash recalls. Must be nonaggressive. Class is held at 9:30 a.m. July 18 and 25, and 7 p.m. July 20. Cost is $10. Preregistration required. Contact: 541-536-2458 or diannshappytails@msn.com.

Horses

OREGON EQUESTRIAN TRAILS, CENTRAL OREGON CHAPTER: Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Redmond Library. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m., speaker presentation begins at 7 p.m. Nonmembers are welcome to attend. Contact: Marilyn Ball at 541-382-4492 or Jan Fuller at 548-6124.

oregon trail appaloosa horse club of Central Oregon: Meets the second Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. at Izzy’s in Redmond. Events include show, trail ride and queen contest. For more information, contact: Carol Lukens at 541-306-9957.

Group classes: Tumalo Cascade offers classes Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Training will be provided on trail class, equitation, showmanship and individual problem areas. Cost is $25. Contact: Michelle at 541-382-6652 or online at www.tumalocascade.com.

ROLLING M RANCH IN SISTERS: Open for trail course practice and shows. Cost is $10 per horse. Instructors will be available to answer any questions and help you get started. For more information and availability, contact: Shari at 541-549-6962.

EQUINE EDUCATIONAL DAY: Rim Rock Riders present three clinicians, and a tack swap and play day. Free. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Brasada Ranch in Powell Butte. Contact: Marti at 541-419-4460, 541-323-6040 or rimrockriders@yahoo.com.

To submit a pet or horse event for the calendar, please send an e-mail to pets@bendbulletin.com. Information should include event time, date, location, contact person and phone number, along with any cost associated with the event. Deadline to have information turned in is noon Monday, one week before publication.