S.F. ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL
1200 15th Street
415-554-6364, www.sfgov.org/acc

June 5 – Low-Cost Rabies, License & Microchip Clinic: The S.F. Veterinary Medical Association hosts a low-cost rabies clinic from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Rabies vaccination charge is $6. Dog licenses can be purchased at ACC’s front counter with proof of dog’s rabies vaccination. Microchipping is free for S.F. residents with proof of dog’s licensing, $20 per chip for nonresidents.

June 26 – Toni’s Kitty Rescue: Volunteers must take an orientation class before they foster their first kitten. Learn how to handle and care for foster-kittens and enjoy a community of wonderful foster kitten parents. For more information, call 415-554-9414.

SAN FRANCISCO SPCA
2500 16th Street
415-522-3000, www.sfspca.org

June 8 to July 13 – Introduction to K9 Nosework: Learn to work with the extraordinary power of the canine nose! This six-week evening class provides an opportunity and outlet for the natural hunting and scenting abilities of all dogs, whether puppies or adults. High food or toy motivation is beneficial. $180.

June 12 – 7th Annual Dog Day on the Bay: Treat your pooch to a one-of-a-kind nautical adventure specially designed by Hornblower Cruises. Enjoy spectacular views, gourmet cuisine, and impeccable service. Hornblower’s crew has thought of everything – from a bow-wow buffet to a “poop deck” and doggie entertainment. Proceeds benefit The San Francisco SPCA. $125, one dog per person.

Mobile Adoption Outreach: Can’t make it out to Maddie’s Adoption Center? Stop by one of the monthly outreach locations to visit adoptable cats and dogs and receive free animal care and behavior advice.
• June 10 & 24: 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Books Inc. (3515 California St.)

SAN FRANCISCO ZOO
1 Zoo Road
415-753-7080, www.sfzoo.org

June 6 to Aug. 12 – Summer Zoo Camp Sessions: Children from Pre-K through 7th grade can spend a week (daytime only) at the zoo learning about the animals, their habitats, and their care. Craft projects and games reinforce the concepts that are taught. Keeper talks, observation walks, and lots of hands-on activities will keep kids enthralled. Preregistration required.

June 11 to Sept. 5 – TARANTULAS: Alive & Up Close: Discover these marvelous, eight legged beasts in a new light. Focusing on the diverse and natural beauty of these giants of the spider world, the exhibit provides a uniquely engaging and educational experience for children and adults of all ages.

MORE THINGS TO CROW ABOUT …

Snakes & Lizards: The Summer of Slither
Through Sept. 5, 2011
California Academy of Sciences
More than 60 new snakes and lizards will take up residence at the Academy as part of the museum’s Summer of Slither. Discover the incredible traits that have made these animals so successful over the past 200 million years, including projectile tongues, deadly venom, remarkable camouflage, and surprising modes of locomotion. www.calacademy.org

17th Annual Butterfly Count
June 6, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Randall Museum (199 Museum Way)
An intense, one-day inventory of all the butterfly species and individual butterflies in San Francisco county. Each group will have a copy of the Butterflies of San Francisco Field Guide to make it easier for novices. Bring your own lunch. $3.00 participation goes to butterfly conservation. In 2010, a record 24 species and 775 individual butterflies were counted by 34 observers. For more information, e-mail [email protected].

Sea Turtle NightLife
June 16, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
California Academy of Sciences
Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day during a night of interactive educational displays, expert speakers, and films by the Sea Turtle Restoration Project. Learn about these magnificent, gentle creatures and discover ways that you can help protect their dwindling populations from extinction. www.calacademy.org

North Beach Festival’s Blessing of the Animals
June 18 & 19, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Filbert Street at Grant Avenue
Father Gregory’s annual Blessing of the Animals will take place at the festival’s Filbert Street entertainment area.

Happy Hour Benefit for Muttville
June 23, 5–7 p.m.
Wag Hotel (25 14th Street)
Come to a Summer Solstice Party on the rooftop with your dog in support of Muttville. Enjoy Crushpad wine, doggie wine and light appetizers. Meet adoptable dogs from Muttville and sample goodies from TrickDog Treats. Space is limited – RSVP to [email protected] or 415-876-0700. A $5.00 donation is encouraged.

Take Your Dog to Work Day
June 24
Everywhere
This annual event asks pet lovers to celebrate the human-canine bond and promote pet adoption by encouraging their employers to open their workplace to employees’ four-legged friends on this one special day. www.takeyourdog.com