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Pet Events for December 6 -13, 2023

 

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Respiratory Dog illness that has been

all over the news?


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No - 40%

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I am not sure - 30%

What is the mysterious respiratory illness affecting dogs across the US?


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REMINDER!

Our Pet Events Newsletter goes on

break the last TWO weeks

of the year.



So if you have a Pet Event coming

up between now and

January 3, 2024 -

submit it your event!


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Available in our

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Virtual & In-Person Pet EVENTS!

(Always check with the event itself in case of inclement weather or cancellations.)


Santa Paws 5K-9

Saturday, December 9, 2023

8:00 am – 11:00 am EST

The Mills Group at Keller Williams

Albert Ray Massey Park, Northwest 8th Avenue

Gainesville, FL


The Mills Group Keller Williams presents our pawsitively fun 2nd Annual Santa Paws 5K-9, benefitting The Humane Society of North Central Florida and Haile’s Angels Pet Rescue. The race will begin at 8:00 a.m. Get ready to run, walk, and wag your tail on our 5K or 10K routes - Participants are encouraged to bring their four-legged friends (dogs only)! Whether you’re a dog lover or just love to get active, this is the pawfect event for you and your furry friend. Join us at the finish line for the After Race Party and our “Jolliest Jogger” holiday-themed costume contest for both humans and our furry friends! There’ll be K-9 education and adoption, a talent show for dogies, local vendors, pet photos with Santa, and family-friendly activities. Rain or Shine, we’ll see you there!  Tickets are $39. - For more info click here. 



Ho Ho Home for the Holidays!

Saturday, December 9th, 2023

11 am - 2pm EST

Babylon Animal Shelter

80 New Highway

Amityville, NY 11701


Join us for our Ho Ho Home for the Holidays Adoption Event, next weekend, December 9th at Babylon Animal Shelter! Gift baskets, raffles, pictures with Santa & a shelter pup! Come meet all our jolly friends & help them find their furever homes for the holidays! For more info click here.




Paws and Claus! Holiday Photo Event for your Pet!

Saturday, December 9, 2023

11 am - 5 pm EST

Patchogue Fire Department

11 Park Street

Patchogue, NY 117722


$30 donation includes a digital photo file and a free raffle ticket. Visit and shop with our pet vendor friends! Almost Home Animal Rescue will be onsite providing information about their services & accepting donations. Please bring a pet food/toy donation for hungry pets or scan QR code for the Amazon Wish List

50% of photo fee will be donated to Almost Home Animal Rescue. For more information click here.




Santa Paws Workshop

Saturday, December 9, 2023

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST

Evans City Public Library

204 South Jackson Street

Evans City, PA 16033


Join us for a heartwarming and paws-tively festive event, “Santa Paws Workshop,” hosted by Wandering Wags and in collaboration with Upswing Canine Behavioral Services, your local dog behavioral experts. This event is all about giving back to our furry friends at Orphans of the Storm, the beloved animal shelter in our community. Get into the holiday spirit by crafting toys and enrichment items for the animals at Orphans of the Storm. Enjoy the warmth of the season with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. Dive into the magic of Christmas with heartwarming movies that will leave you feeling merry and bright. Your ticket to this enchanting event? A donation of a bag of dog and/ or cat food! Every little bit helps ensure our furry friends have a joyful holiday season. This event is perfect for families, friends, and animal lovers of all ages. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of shelter animals during the holiday season. Let’s come together, craft with love, enjoy the festive ambiance, and make this Christmas extra special for the animals at Orphans of the Storm. - For more info click here.




Pet Adoption Event

Saturday, December 9, 2023

2:00 – 5:00 pm EST

Gulf Harbor Civic Association

4610 Florama Terrace

New Port Richey, FL  34652


Come join us at the Pet Adoption Event hosted by Sand and Shore Home Group and Blue Water Mortgage! If you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family, this is the perfect opportunity. We are also giving away an essential take-home kit for every pet that is adopted and all proceeds from the event will be going towards the adoption agencies that will be joining us! At the Pet Adoption Event, you will have the chance to meet adorable pets in need of forever homes. Whether you are looking for a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, we have a variety of loveable animals for you to meet and greet. Join us at the Pet Adoption Event and make a difference in the lives of these wonderful animals and non-profit adoption agencies. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to find your new best friend. - For more info click here. 




Bosco Tech Winter Wonderland Holiday Boutique and Pet Adoption

Saturday, December 9, 2023

8:00 – 2:00 pm PST

Don Bosco Technical Institute

1151 San Gabriel Boulevard

Rosemead, CA 91770


Come join Bosco Tech & Bubbles Dog Rescue for the Winter Wonderland Holiday Boutique. Bosco Tech will be hosting Bubbles Dog Rescue where we will be featuring some of our adorable pups looking to find a home by the holidays. We will also have a fun family treat making station. Treats will be donated to all the dogs still looking for a home in the shelters to bring them some holiday cheer during their stay. The boutique will also feature holiday shopping , a food drive, and live music. Please join and have fun with the entire family while supporting a great cause. - For more info click here. 


 

Pet Photos with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 2023

10:00 am – 2 pm EST

K9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park

13000 Minnieville Rd

Lake Ridge, VA 22192


All pets are welcome at the 2023 Pet Photos event (dogs, cats, and more!). $10 Donations are requested - all proceeds benefit PWC Dogs, the nonprofit administrator for the K9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park. Light refreshments will be available. All have a chance to participate in a 50/50 raffle and opt to get grooming services from Dirty Dog Mobile Groomers. - For more info click here. 



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Adoption Corner!
 

Chimichanga is a Corgi/Terrier mix weighing about 35lbs. Chimichanga may be 8yrs old but she has the energy of a puppy! She loves playing with her ball & laser, going on walks, car rides & swimming. She knows lots of commands too! She is a very sweet and mushy dog. She loves to give hugs and snuggle under blankets. Chimichanga is great with children but is dog selective, especially with smaller dogs. She is spayed and up to date on flea & tick preventatives. She will be fully vetted, microchipped & brought up to date on vaccines.



PAWS-LI

PO Box 861 

Hicksville, NY 11802

(631) 306-4616

Valentina was found abandoned and obviously injured. She suffered an injury to her spine, leaving her with urinary & fecal incontinence. Any future change in this condition is unlikely. She is easily handled and friendly. Her current foster says she is super affectionate and very content when she is around people. Valentina is very amenable living in a confined area. She's content birdwatching and snoozing in the sunlight. Valentina is about 6 years old, weighs approx 8lbs, is spayed, UTD on all vaccines and is otherwise healthy. Her injury does not affect her ability to run, jump, climb or play.



PAWS-LI

PO Box 861 

Hicksville, NY 11802

(631) 306-4616

Meet Seamus! Seamus is a male, long haired Dachshund, approximately 2-3 years old, weighing roughly 20lbs. He is very friendly, energetic and playful. Seamus will bark at strangers but it’s to elicit attention and love from them! He LOVES to have his belly rubbed! He really enjoys playing with other dogs and kids. He is housebroken and would love a yard to run around in. He is neutered and UTD on all.




PAWS-LI

PO Box 861 

Hicksville, NY 11802

(631) 306-4616

Meet Goose! This gorgeous boy is a 3 yr old Saint Bernard, weighing roughly 125lbs. Goose has had a rough start in life, so he can be a bit shy. He needs time to get to know you, but once he does he is a loyal, loving companion. He prefers to be the only dog in the home. Goose is neutered and UTD on all.





PAWS-LI

PO Box 861 

Hicksville, NY 11802

(631) 306-4616

Meet Charlie! This 15mo old red nose male Pittie, weighing about 60lbs, needs a new home. Charlie is good with people and kids, but he needs to be the only dog in the home. Charlie is very energetic and would love a nice yard to play in. He likes going for walks on the leash and enjoys car rides. He loves cuddles and attention, and he really loves his treats!! Charlie is fully trained, including crate, neutered and up to date on all vaccinations. He understands basic commands like sit, paw and lay down.



PAWS-LI

PO Box 861 

Hicksville, NY 11802

(631) 306-4616

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