Calendar of Events

Check out our calendar of events to learn where MWDR will be and how you can meet us and our foster dachshunds.  Please join us at rescue events, fundraisers, dog fairs and pet-supply stores.  We look forward to meeting you and appreciate your support!


More events coming soon!

What:	"Unity Fest 2009 " cosponsored by N.O.S.E.E. and MWDR
Where:	Drake Field Elgin, Illinois East of Route 25 in Elgin
When:	Saturday, July 11th 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Notes:	Some of the highlights of Family Fun Annual Festival: Free General Admission Food concessions including hot dogs and 3 dachshund Rootbeer (All proceeds go to MWDR) Pet rescues (including MWDR) Weiner dog Races with 4 divisions $2/runner (Proceeds to go to MWDR) Pup Parade Pony Rides Bingo Kids Games Alexs Lemonade Stand (Benefitting Pediatric Cancer) Pet Communicator Debbie Henkes Contact Deana to schedule a session 815-444-9482 Jim Nesci Cold Blooded Creatures John Basile of Big Run Wolf Ranch For more information, call Linda at 847-742-0980.
What:	"German Fest 2009 "
Where:	Milwaukee, WI
When:	Saturday, July 25th 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Notes:	For many reasons, the Dachshund races make sense at a Wisconsin German festival. The popular breed originates from Germany and actually means "Badger Dog" in German. Dachshunds were originally bred to hunt badgers, foxes and rabbits. Their small size and short legs enabled them to dig these animals out of their dens. Today, Doxies are among America's top five most popular dog breeds according to USA Today. This year's wiener dog races will be at the same venue at German Fest on Saturday, July 25 from noon to 4 p.m. The planned activities at German Fest will include a Costume Contest at 1 p.m., A Blessing of the Doxies (both costumed and racers) will be at 3 p.m. with the actual races beginning at 3:15 p.m., and the Awards Ceremony at approximately 4:30 p.m. There will be five racing heats according to the dogs' ages, including puppies to one year; one- to three-year-olds, three to five years; six to eight years; and eight years and older. The final heat will include the winners from each race with a grand prize.
What:	Woof and Hoof Dog and People Walk
Where:	4050 N. Oakland Avenue Shorewood, WI
When:	Saturday August 1, 2009 8:00am-1pm
Notes:	Come out and have some fun
What:	Doggie Wash & Nail Trim
Where:	Jimmy Clippers 1850 Rand Road Palatine, IL. 60074
When:	Sunday, August 2nd Noon to 3
Notes:	$10.00 for wash and $5.00 for nails All Proceeds go to MWDR for vetting expensives
What:	Mutt & Movie Night
Where:	Fred P. Hall Amphitheater 262 E. Palatine Road, Palatine, IL
When:	Friday Aug. 21st, 2009 8:00pm
Notes:	Free showing of Lady & the Tramp. Dogs welcome but must be leashed
What:	2nd Annual Shih Tzu Shuffle
Where:	James Pate State Park 2054 W Stearns Road Bartlett, IL 60103.
When:	Sunday August 23, 2009 10:00am-3:00pm
Notes:	Join MWDR at their booth! Games, dog walk, rescues, food, and fun! DOGS WELCOME, but must be vaccinates and leashed. No retractable leashes please!!!!
What:	Dachsiefest
Where:	Vermillion County Fairgrounds Danville, Illinois
When:	Saturday September 12th 9:00am to 4:00pm
Notes:	Come one come all Dachsiefest 2009
What:	Washington County Pet Expo
Where:	West Bend, WI 3000 Highway PV
When:	Saturday September 12 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday September 13 10:00am-4:00pm
Notes:	Come join us for a day of fun
What:	Dheinsville Oktoberfest and Doxie Races
Where:	W18780 Holy Hill Road Germantown, WI 53022
When:	Saturday Sept. 26th Noon-9pm 3pm Race Time Sunday, Sept. 27th Noon-7pm
Notes:	Germantown Historical Society
What:	Dogtoberfest and Feast of St. Francis Blessing of the Pets
Where:	Huntley, Illinois
When:	Sunday, October 4th
Notes:	Full Details Pending
What:	"Meet and Greet Doxie Social for everyone "
What:	Event Name
Where:
Where:	Bartlett Park District Nature Center at James 'Pate' State Park 2054 West Stearns Road Bartlett, IL
When:	Saturday, October 17th 2009 12 to 5pm
Notes:	Located on the north side of Stearns Road west of Powis Road. There is a picnic shelter, grills, water and washrooms available more details will be available later on. For more information contact Bonnie (847) 358-5105 or Linda (847) 742-0980
What:	The Great American Pet Expo
Where:	Navy Pier Chicago, IL
When:	Saturday, November 14 9:00am-8:00pm Sunday November 15 9:00 am-6:00pm
Notes:	Information will be posted as it gets closer