The Dog Days of August
Categories: Entertainment , Staff Picks
Last night I watched the latest episode of Greatest American Dog on CBS, while my dog Sami slept on the couch. She can’t catch a Frisbee, walk on a teeter-totter, or jump through a hoop. Just getting her to take a proper walk, go outside on command, or play with a toy is a challenge, really. Needless to say, she will not be the Greatest American Dog, but I love her anyway.
The library has many recently published books to help you train (or just plain understand) your dog. Here are a few:
- My Dog is a Genius: Understand and Improve Your Dog’s Intelligence by David Taylor
- It’s a Dog’s Life—But It’s Your Carpet by Justine Lee
- Sit! Stay!: Train Your Dog the Easy Way by Gerd Ludwig
- Best Friend for Life: 75 Simple Ways to Make Me a Happy, Healthy, and Well-Behaved Dog by Anne Bobby
The Westwood Branch Library will also be hosting the Dog Days of August on Saturday, August 2nd, 9th, and 16th. Keep reading for a list of doggone fun activities!
Saturday, August 2nd 1:00 p.m.
Pet First Aid Fundamentals
Kathy Bach, a Red Cross Certified Pet First Aid instructor, will lead this interactive training. Learn basic information on how to recognize and care for emergencies, illness and injuries in cats and dogs. Techniques include bandaging, splinting, rescue breathing and CPR for cats & dogs, and how to handle choking emergencies. Please bring a 4-legged stuffed animal. (No live pets, please!)
Ages 12 and up
Saturday, August 9th 1:00 p.m.
K-9 Demo
Cincinnati Police District 3 bring their K-9 unit to the library. Learn how the dogs help in tracking lost children, drug offenders, etc.
Ages 5 and up
Saturday, August 16th 1:00 p.m.
Pet Day!
Do you love pets? Join us for fun games, and a parade for pets and their people. Meet local businesses and organizations that will help you choose a pet and keep it healthy, happy, and safe. Make a pet craft! Pets must be leashed or caged at all times.
All ages plus pets
