Welcome to PortlandPooch.com! As fellow Portland dog lovers, our goal is to provide the most comprehensive online guide to all of the wonderful doggy resources the Portland area has to offer. From doggy daycares to dog washes to descriptions of every dog park in the region, you can find it here. We are constantly adding, updating, and improving this site, so drop us an email and let us know how we are doing!

The 2012 Doggie Dash is this Weekend!!!

Lace up those running shoes and grab your pooch, the largest doggie race in Oregon is happening this Saturday, May 12 at Waterfront Park in downtown Portland. Thousands of dogs and their owners will be running and walking for a good cause. Even if you don't plan on running, or don't have a dog, there will be plenty of other fun activities to check out on the waterfront, during and after the race. Hope to see you there! Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [May 9, 2012]

The Northwest Pet and Companion Fair This Weekend

The largest pet adoption and pet social in the Northwest, the Northwest Pet and Companion Fair is back this year for the 11th Annual venue with top notch entertainment, demonstrations, educational seminars, and the latest in the pet industry. This weekend, May 5 and 6, the fair will host exhibits ranging from local products and stores to international brands. There will be everything from pet food and treats, clothing and toys, boarding and grooming, and activities and networking groups. If you run a local doggy business, it's not too late to grab a booth at the fair. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Apr 20, 2012]

OFOSA 4th Annual Paws for a Cause Auction

Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals (OFOSA) is having their 4th Annual "Paws for a Cause" Auction this Saturday, March 31. The evening promises many Furry Tails of enchantment including daring rescues and many happily ever afters. The beautiful World Forestry Center provides the perfect wooded setting for a fabulous evening of food, wine, great company and a silent and live auction! Tickets are $75 for catered dinner, open bar, and live and silent auctions. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Mar 26, 2012]

Pooches on the Green

Stop by Beaverton City Park this Saturday (Mar 17) from 11-2pm for a St. Paw-trick's Day Celebration. Furry, short-haired, small or large, all dogs and their friends are welcome to this St. Paw-trick's day celebration. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Mar 12, 2012]

Bingo Night To Support Low-Income Dog Sterilization Clinics Through Clackamas County Dog Services

Stop by Hamburger Mary's this Sunday, March 4, and for only $20 you get to participate in some good will bingo, to benefit low cost sterilization clinics. Twenty bucks gets you a bingo card good for the whole evening. Prizes include gift cards to Subway, Baja Fresh, Fat Mermaid Restaurant; adidas backpacks; wine, dog bowls, Dog Grooming, Nike dri fit shirts, and Blazer Bobble Heads. They start promptly at 7pm, so arrive a little early if you want to order some of Mary's delicious food. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Mar 2, 2012]

Rover.com Valentine's Day Contest

Rover.com, the first dedicated matchmaking service for dog owners and dog sitters, is making Valentine's Day with canine best friends a special one this year with its "Why My Dog's The Perfect Valentine" contest. Dog lovers who enter the contest at will have the chance to win a Grand Prize pack that includes a one night stay at Portland's glamorous Hotel deLuxe in a pet friendly King Feature Suite (studio style corner suite with one king bed and a living room area) and a pet package (or a free week of dog-sitting with Rover.com) including dog bed, treats, bottled water, fun toys and water bowls. The hotel will also include a $20 Food and Beverage voucher that can be used in the restaurant, bar or room service including their pet menu. For more info, visit the Rover.com Website. [Feb 12, 2012]

Valentine's Day Fundraiser for the Pongo Fund

Stop by Healthy Pets Northwest on Alberta Street and celebrate Valentine's Day with your canine companion(s) on Feb 11. Festivities include professional photographers, canine massage therapists (and human ones too), raffles, refreshments, and much more. All proceeds benefit the Pongo Fund. For more info, visit the Healthy Pets NW Website. [Jan 30, 2012]

Rose City Classic Dog Show Jan 18-22

It's January so it must be time for the Rose City Classic Dog Show! The Rose City Classic Series of Dog Shows is one of the largest and most successful dog events in the United States. It spans 5 days (from Jan 18-22), starting with 20 specialty (single breed) shows and continuing with four days of all-breed dog shows, obedience (including Rally) and agility trials. For more info, visit the Rose City Classic website. [Jan 4, 2012]

Santa Paws Party at the Hotel Monaco This Weekend

Stop by the Hotel Monaco this Saturday or Sunday (12/10-11) from 2-4pm for a holiday party that welcomes both people and pets. Cats, dogs and other pets can pose with Santa to whisper their wishes and have a great holiday picture taken. Horse carriage rides available for the whole family. Make a special gift for your dog by decorating dog cookies or shopping at the toy bar. All donations and proceeds go to the animals at the Oregon Humane Society. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Dec 7, 2011]

5th Annual Pooch in the Pub

Project POOCH and Dave's Killer Bread invite you celebrate Project POOCH's 18th anniversary fundraiser this Friday, Nov 18th! Enjoy a casual evening of food, fun and live music by Jay "Bird" Koder and the smooth sounds of Brooklyn Street Jazz. Meet professional benefit auctioneer, Kelly Russell, who will conduct the live auction. Highlights of this fun-filled event are the silent and live auctions. The proceeds from POOCH in the Pub benefit Project POOCH, a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for incarcerated youths to learn patience, responsibility, and compassion for all life through working with shelter dogs. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Nov 13, 2011]

Comedy A.S.A.P.

Love to laugh? Love Animals? Then check out "Comedy A.S.A.P" this Wednesday, Nov 9th. The comedy show at the Helium is sponsored by KPOJ radio. All ticket proceeds go to help animals, with funds going to ASAP's Spay & Save subsidized spay/neuter program. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. To purchase tickets, call Helium at 888-64-FUNNY or pre-purchase online. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Nov 7, 2011]

14th Annual Dog Show on the Beach

The Surfsand Resort is hosting its 14th Annual Dog Show on the Beach this Saturday, October 15th, on the resort's seaside backyard. Pooches from around the Northwest and beyond will compete for top honors in various categories including Oldest Looking Dog, Best Frisbee Catch, Cutest Puppy, Best Bark and Owner Look-alike. Join the Surfsand Resort for this light-hearted dog show as they raise money for the Clatsop County Animal Shelter. Over the last 13 years, the Annual Dog Show on the Beach raised more than $13,000 to support the operations of the shelter. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Oct 11, 2011]

Portland Parks Off-Leash Advisory Group Meeting

For anyone who frequents one of the many Portland off-leash areas on a regulary basis, you might be interested to know that Portland Parks and Recreation holds regulary meetings to solicit public feedback. The meetings are open to all and designed to ensure that off-leash areas are healthy, safe, fun places for people and their dogs. The next meeting is being held this Wednesday, Sept 28 at the Portland Building downtown. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Sep 26, 2011]

Dogtoberfest

Pack up the pooches and head on down to the Lucky Lab this Saturday (9/24) for Portland's biggest dog wash! For a suggested donation of $10 per dog, DoveLewis volunteers will scrub up and dry off your dog. In addition to awesome live music, they'll also unveil the 2012 DoveLewis calendar! Inside the brew pub you'll find great beer and plenty of good food plus have an opportunity to visit with several pet related vendors at the street fair. All proceeds benefit the DoveLewis Blood Bank. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Sep 22, 2011]

Fences for Fido 2011 Fall Gala

The 2011 Fences for Fido Fall Gala will be happening this Saturday, Sept 10, to celebrate the gift of shelter and freedom before the winter months. The event will be packed with dog-loving, generous people who make sure they have full sponsorship for every chained dog on their waiting list for a new fence. This time they'll be bringing in some of the dogs they've unchained so we can all celebrate the changes Fences for Fido has brought to these dogs and their families (and neighborhoods, communities, cities...). Tickets are $40 a person. There will be wine, appetizers, music, silent auction and live auction. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Sep 5, 2011]

Dogs for Dogs -- A Benefit for the Hillsboro Dog Association

On Sunday, Aug 28, the Hillsboro Dog Assocation will be having their Dog for Dogs event. Stop by the Whole Foods Market in Tualatin from 11-2 to join in the festivities, which include lots of food, a benefit dog wash, vendors, and a gift basket raffle. Visit our event calendar for more details on this event and others. [Aug 24, 2011]

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