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<!--IPTC: ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, SEPTEMBER 22, 2005--Viewed between the legs of another pooch, Tucker, a 5-year-old golden retriever, swims to retrieve a toy to his owner, Amy Moynihan of Denver, in a large recreation pool for dogs at the Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group in Englewood on Thursday. Jeff and Naomi Fitzgerald of Denver, who recently lost their golden retriever Karo to cancer, hosted the free swim day for pets to encourage donations to the Morris Animal Foundation where all the funds will be directed toward canine cancer studies. Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group offers certified canine rehabilitation, therapy for aging dogs, conditioning, obesity and weight management, acupuncture, massage, healthy supplements, recreational swimming, and indoor space for exercise and training programs. For more information and pool rules visit www.dog-swim.com. Morris Animal Foundation is a 57-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring a healthier tomorrow for companion animals and wildlife. Since its inception, the Foundation has funded more than 1,200 humane animal health studies with funds exceeding $40 million. One hundred percent of all annual, unrestricted contributions support animal health studies, not administration or the cost of fund raising. For more information about Morris Animal Foundation, call (800) 243-2345, or visit the Web site at www.MorrisAnimalFoundation.org. (DENVER POST STAFF PHOTO BY GLENN ASAKAWA)-->
<!–IPTC: ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, SEPTEMBER 22, 2005–Viewed between the legs of another pooch, Tucker, a 5-year-old golden retriever, swims to retrieve a toy to his owner, Amy Moynihan of Denver, in a large recreation pool for dogs at the Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group in Englewood on Thursday. Jeff and Naomi Fitzgerald of Denver, who recently lost their golden retriever Karo to cancer, hosted the free swim day for pets to encourage donations to the Morris Animal Foundation where all the funds will be directed toward canine cancer studies. Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group offers certified canine rehabilitation, therapy for aging dogs, conditioning, obesity and weight management, acupuncture, massage, healthy supplements, recreational swimming, and indoor space for exercise and training programs. For more information and pool rules visit www.dog-swim.com. Morris Animal Foundation is a 57-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring a healthier tomorrow for companion animals and wildlife. Since its inception, the Foundation has funded more than 1,200 humane animal health studies with funds exceeding $40 million. One hundred percent of all annual, unrestricted contributions support animal health studies, not administration or the cost of fund raising. For more information about Morris Animal Foundation, call (800) 243-2345, or visit the Web site at www.MorrisAnimalFoundation.org. (DENVER POST STAFF PHOTO BY GLENN ASAKAWA)–>
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TODAY

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Dogs allowed in the swimming pool today in Silverthorne! Bring your pup, and its latest vaccination papers, to one of three 90-minute sessions. The fee ($12 for one dog, $15 for two, $17 for the maximum of three per family) goes to facility expenses, which include thoroughly cleaning the pool once the last dog is out. The pool will be closed, then re-opens with fresh new water untouched by canines, on May 11. 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Silverthorne Recreation Center, 430 Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne; 970-262-7380.

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TODAY—MAY 8

Tibetan sand painting is in progress, with one Tibetan monk creating the intricate mandala design, and another, Geshe Phuntsok of Montrose, available to answer questions. The colored sand is from the Uncompaghre River, where it will be returned after the painting is destroyed on May 8. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 4 p.m. May 4, Ute Indian Museum, 17253 Chipeta Road, Montrose; 970-249-3098 and coloradohistory (click on “Exhibitions”).

FRIDAY

Vibrant spring fashion designs and Leyna Bencomo’s latest jewelry showcased during the monthly First Friday Artwalk. Theatrical hemlines and color combinations. 6 to 9 p.m., Carol Mier Fashion, 754 Santa Fe Drive, Denver; 303-446-0117 and .

FRIDAY-SATURDAY

The Chalk Creek Stampede marks the second USAC Mountain States Cup, a challenging cross country and slalom/mountain cross bicycling race. 7 a.m. both days, Seven miles south of Buena Vista on U.S. 285; (719) 221-1251 and online at .

SATURDAY

Penny Saturday at the Museum of Contemporary Art/ Denver is 1 cent on the first Saturday of the month. Admission normally is $10 for adults, $5 for students. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 1485 Delgany St., Denver; 303-298-7554 and .

SATURDAY

At Rocky Mountain Model A’s Swap Meet, swapping car parts is only part of the action that includes a vintage and classic car show. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth

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