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.

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 7 p.m. today and 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Cost is $10. Preregistration required. Contact: 541-536-2458 or diannshappytails@msn.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. Thursdays. Contact: Diann Hecht at 541-536-2458, diannshappytails@msn .com or www.OregonDogLady.com.

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.

RECALL WORKSHOP: Teach your dog off-leash recall skills, behavior modification and reliable recalls. Dogs must be nonaggressive. Cost is $25. July 27 at 7 p.m. Contact: 541-536-2458, diannshappytails@msn .com or www.oregondoglady.com.

HORSEs

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.

REINING PRACTICE: Held Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Rawlins Reining Horses, in Terrebonne off 33rd Street. Ken Sprousky or Victoria Petersen will be available to help with your horses. Cost is $5 per person or $10 per family. Call Linda Rawlins at 541-526-0603 for directions and more information.

WILD TRAILS HORSE EXPO: All-breed trail challenge and mustang extravaganza Saturday and Sunday at the Rim Rock Riders Arena at Brasada Ranch. Includes events for all ages and skill levels with a pre-event fee of $20 per judged event, $15 for unjudged Fun Ride through the course. Stall fee is $25, and overnight camping is available for $20 per night. For more information, contact: Gayle Hunt at 541-447-8165 or http://wildtrailshorseexpo.blogspot.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.