Barkitecture Tickets Now On Sale

Tickets for Barkitecture 2010 are now on sale! You can get your tickets for the "People's Choice Voting" and Preview Party or the Barkitecture Gala and Auction either online or by phone. To purchase your tickets online, click here. To charge by phone, call 707.645.7905, ext. 102.

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Jan Wahl to Guest MC Barkitecture 2010 Friday, April 16

Film critic and Bay Area TV and radio personality Jan Wahl will be the special guest MC at the Barkitecture Gala and Auction set for the evening of Friday, April 16 at the Solano County fairgrounds. Jan is one of the Bay Area's best-known celebrities, and BV Humane is thrilled to have her as our host. You can purchase tickets for the Barkitecture Gala and Auction by calling 707.645.7905, ext. 102, or visiting www.barkitecture.net
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Start Your Powersaws! Barkitecture 2010 Is Coming This April!

Barkitecture 2010 is coming, and it's time to start forming teams and constructing those animal habitats for the big competition! Download your entry packet byclicking the "Download" link below. Then get ready for the fun, first at the "People's Choice Preview" and Voting Party Friday, April 9 at Team Superstores in Vallejo, and then the big Barkitecture Gala and Auction Friday, April 16 at the Solano County Fairgrounds.
Download: [ Barkitecture 2010 Entry Packet ]
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Volunteer Orientation Schedule - February 2010

Interested in becoming a volunteer at BV Humane? Attend one of our upcoming Volunteer Orientations and get the "scoop" on all the different opportunities we have for you to help the animals! The schedule is on the next page for the details, or, for more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator Tina Woody at 707-645-7905, ext. 114 or via email at twoody@bvhumane.org.

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Sit Up & Beg List! (Things we always need)

Hey, I like treats too!

The animals sheltered and cared for at the Benicia Vallejo Humane Society are in need of food and supplies.  Our food supply is running low and we need your support!

Sign Up for BV Humane's e-Paws Press

Join our new e-Paws Press email list today and keep up on what is happening with your local Benicia Vallejo Humane Society—what animals are adoptable, upcoming events, needs for the animals, plus much more.

"Who will love my pet?" The Guardian Angel Program Can Help!

Companion animals add so much to our lives and give us joy, loyalty and unconditional love. When planning for the disbursement of estates, it is vital to allow for the care and protection of your pet(s).
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A Canine Mind is a Terrible thing to Waste "by Liz McGrath"

I'm thinking of you!

Did you know that boredom is responsible for many undesirable behaviors in dogs?

Did you know that training your dog exercises his brain and makes him easier to live with, easier to control, happier, and fosters a deeper bond between him and you?

500 Club Success needs to continue!

The 500 club of the Benicia Vallejo Humane Society began in October of 2003.

‘We started the 500 Club as a first step to make a difference in the number of stray and unwanted animals in our community.” Says Peter Wilson, Director of Humane Services for the Benicia Vallejo Humane Society.   Our goal is to have 500 donors each year donate a minimum of $100 dollars to the club.   Those who need assistance with Spay/Neuter of their animals are able to purchase a voucher to at low cost to spay/neuter or in some cases there is no cost to the pet guardian.

Mitten Kittens and Polydactyl Cats

Polydactyl cats were considered “lucky” by sailors, who believed them to be superior mousers and ratters. Employed as ships ratters and lucky mascots, they probably reached America with early British settlers.
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