Rob Speaking SATURDAY at the Washington Metro DachtoberFest ‎2019 - Pets and the Afterlife

The Washington Metro DachtoberFest ‎2019 is this Saturday, October 5 at the Frederick Fairgrounds in Frederick, Maryland. Author / Medium Rob Gutro be speaking there about "How Pets Communicate from the Afterlife" based on his two books "Pets and the Afterlife" and "Pets and the Afterlife 2." At 2:15pm

WHERE: Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701-5734, United States
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 5, 9am to 5pm

Tyler says "Look at all the events at Dachtoberfest!"

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL -  Washington Metro DachtoberFest, the largest longdog festival in the Mid-Atlantic Region, is held the first Saturday in October every year at the Frederick County Fair Grounds in Frederick, Maryland. It continues the treasured tradition of bringing dog lovers together to enjoy a day of family-oriented longdog fun. DachtoberFest is opened to all breeds. The Fest annually attracts over 1800 dog lovers from more than 20 states, mostly East of the

Tyler Says "You can get lots of Doggy Treats there!"

Mississippi, from Maine to Florida with the highest concentration of Fest Fans hailing from Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. They were accompanied by close to 600 long and low breeds including Dachshunds, Corgis, Basset Hounds and many other small dog friendly breeds. Fest Fans enjoy the blessing of the animals, the Woofminster dog show, wiener, corgi and basset races, costume parade and contest, Selfies with Santa, incredible raffles, Ask the Expert forums and many incredible dog-centric vendors and exhibitors.

Franklin Says "Go to the Dachshund Races!"

So come enjoy the Fest this year on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the Frederick County Fairgrounds in Frederick MD.
Come rain or come shine - our event is held in 4 buildings of the Fairgrounds so you and your pups will stay dry! 

SCHEDULE BELOW SUBJECT TO CHANGE

9:00 AM

2019 WM DACHTOBERFEST DOORS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

9:05 AM

Blessing of the Animals - Group and Individuals

9:30 AM

Welcome and Introduction

9:45 AM

Fashion Show by Lucy's Dog Dudds

10:30 AM

Max Cacas Memorial Dachshund Dash

11:15 AM

Speaker: Rob Gutro - "Pets and the Afterlife" 

Tyler wants more treats!

11:45 AM

Woofminster Dog Show

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Dachshund Strut and Costume Contest Line up and Judging

1:15 PM

Dachshund Strut Parade and Costume Contest

2:00 PM

Ask the Expert Forum - Speaker TBA

2:30 PM

Corgi Chase Cup

3:00 PM

Afternoon Dachshund Races

3:30 PM

Basset Boogie Basset Hound Race

4:30 PM

Raffle Drawing

Meet Gilligan! Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue's Available 13 year old Dog 2017

Looking to adopt a great Senior Dachshund? 
   Gillian may be 13 years old, but he's got a lot of life in him.  Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue has just taken in this sweet boy, as his family moved into a place that doesn't allow dogs.

Meet Gilligan, a very active senior boy who wants to be your snuggle buddy.  Gilligan does not act his age.  He loves to go on walks, meander in the yard and play with toys.  Gilligan is a talker; he will let you know when he wants attention and a belly rub.

GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS 
He has lived with other dachshunds and is friendly to other small dogs he meets on his walks.  Gilligan is not so sure about the big dogs, and we don’t know how he reacts to cats.  He’s happy to meet new humans and he grew up with teenagers.



HOUSEBROKEN
Gilligan is housebroken, but he does mark inside so he’s being retrained with a belly band. 

HEALTHY  - He's getting shots, dental, etc. 
He’s heart worm negative, up-to-date on his shots and he will soon be neutered and receive a much needed dental cleaning.  Gilligan is in great shape. 

A LITTLE GUY! Just 12.5 pounds! 
He’s a trim 12.5 pounds and has no trouble getting around or jumping onto the couch to be next to you – not that we encourage that!  Gilligan isn’t crate trained and prefers to sleep on the couch at night.  We are training him to sleep in a cozy dog bed instead.




WHY HE CAME TO THE RESCUE
Gilligan’s family lost their home and could not keep him.  He has many years of love and play left to give.  Gilligan would love to be your forever companion.

CONTACT: donnagerhauser@gmail.com Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue www.c2cdr.org

Photos and My Talk at Dachtoberfest Event

A doggy jester

On Saturday, Oct. 2 from 11am to 2pm, I attended the "Dachtoberfest" dog event  in Middletown, PAhosted by Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue!  
   There were lots of Dachshunds, vendors, Weiner Races, photos on a Wienermobile, and I gave a talk about "How Pets Communicate from Spirit." It was held outside and despite the low clouds and some fog, and even some sprinkles, people enjoyed the event.

Doxie fishes!

  I was so honored that there were so many who gathered around to hear my talk and offer explanation of how it all works for people and pets who pass, and how they communicate from the other side. There were several folks who had their own experiences and others got confirmation.
  One woman that came by my table later told me that her dad loved hawks. When he passed, she started seeing hawks when she was thinking of him. Her dad influenced hawks to appear around his daughter and he was watching over her. That was his sign.

Megan, Matt and their 2 doxies

A doxie penguin and lion

Another adorable doggy jester

   I was so happy to see Megan and Matt, who drove all the way up from Maryland with the bonded pair of Dachshunds that they adopted from Coast to Coast the month before. I met them when they filled out the application and I could tell how totally spoiled that pair of doxies are now. What a wonderful sight! My thanks to them for making the drive and for adopting a bonded pair. 

Two doxies and a bubble bath!

   My thanks to the Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue (with whom I am a member and do fostering, dog transports, home visits, etc.). Please consider donating to help cover the costs of all the veterinary visits of dogs CCDR takes in.
  Here are photos of some of the great dogs I met at Dachtoberfest!
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If you're looking for my books, they're called "Pets and the Afterlife" and "Pets and the Afterlife 2" by Rob Gutro. Both are available on Amazon.com in e-book and paperback. 

Pets and the Afterlife 1 and 2 by Rob Gutro.