EVENTS

Dallas Pet Events - Bring Your Best Friend!

Check out these local Dallas pet events where your furry friend is welcome to join in on the fun.

Ongoing Pet Events

Chihuahua Rescue and Transport
Date: Every 4th Saturday of the Month, from 11:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Odyssey Pets, 14999 Preston Rd, Ste. 400A, Dallas, TX 75254

Come to Odyssey Pets every 4th Saturday of the month for chihuahua adoptions via Chihuahua Rescue & Transport.  This is your chance to find your new furry family member and give a loving home to a Chihuahua in need.  For more details about the adoption process and to view available pets, visit www.chihuahua-rescue.com.

The Boho Market at the Hill
Date: The second Saturday of each Month from August 10th, 2024 through November 9th, 2024, 10am – 3pm
Location: 8041 Walnut Hill Ln #912, Dallas, TX, US, 75231
Cost: Free

Situated in the heart of Dallas, The Hill is a historic mixed-use center located at the northeast corner of Walnut Hill and US-75 Central Expressway. With a variety of restaurants, shops, and room to roam, this spot is the perfect place to spend the day.

Meet The Boho Market and a variety of unique, one-of-a-kind vendors for a day of supporting small and local businesses (while snagging some incredible products for yourself)!

Free Admission & Parking | Family-Friendly | Pet-Friendly

 

October 2024

Halloween 5K and 1M Fun Run & Dog Walk
Thursday, October 31st 
5:30pm 5k for humans
5:35pm 1k for pups

Location:
7331 Gaston Ave #100, Dallas, TX 75214

Gear up for an electrifying Halloween bash with a thrilling 5K and 1M Fun Run along the scenic Santa Fe Trail! Feel the rush as you dash or sashay down the route, with a water stop to keep you hydrated as the excitement builds. And guess what? Cross the finish line and White Rock Alehouse & Brewery welcomes you with a post-race brunch—savor a snack, a beer for our friends over 21 (bring that I.D.!), and bask in the glory of your accomplishment.

September 2024

DogFest DFW
Saturday, September 14th, from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Community Beer Co., 3110 Commonwealth Dr, Dallas, TX 75247

DogFest is the signature event for national nonprofit Canine Companions, and is their largest fundraiser of the year. Participation in this event supports the mission of Canine Companions and provides greater independence to people with disabilities through the help of an expertly trained service dog, provided at no cost.

At DogFest, pet dogs are invited and encouraged to join the fun! This event is dog- and family-friendly, free and open to the public.

Activities Include: 

  • Paintings created by your dogs
  • Photo booth opportunities
  • Fun demonstrations
  • Local vendors
  • Speeches from clients

 

Canines and Cowboys
Saturday, September 16th, 11am-3pm


Location:
Outfit Brewing
7135 John W. Carpenter Fwy
Dallas, TX 75247

It’s been a long week and now you want to watch football, but don’t want to leave Fido at home! Outfit Brewing has the solution — Cowboys and Canines!
We’ll be showing the game on our new projector screen and TVs with volume up. We’ll have $8 Bloody Mary’s & Screwdrivers,
$4 Lagers $5 Mimosa’s, Michelada, Beer-Mosa
DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES


Pups and Pints
Saturday, September 28th, 1pm-4pm

Hosted by Paws in the City.
Bring your well-behaved pup, and enjoy time spent outside with other beer and pet lovers!

Location:
3 Nations Brewing
1033 Vandergriff Dr
Carrollton, TX 75006

August 2024

Doggie Splash Day!
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 from 9am – noon
Location: Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Drive, Mesquite, TX
Cost: $5.00 owner one pet, $2.00 additional dog, $1.00 Spectator 

  • Dogs will have access to wading pool, lap pool and one-meter diving board

  • Owners are welcome to swim with their pets, if desired

  • Dogs can compete in the following contests for prizes:

    • Pet Swim Suit Contest

    • Dog Paddle Race

    • Diving Contest

 

SPCA’s Dog Days of Summer Mobile Adoptions @ Sue Ellen’s

Sunday, August 25th, 2024 from 4pm -7pm
Location: Sue Ellen’s, 3014 Throckmorton St., Dallas, TX 75219
Cost: Free

Come to Sue Ellen’s for SPCA’s mobile pet adoptions, live music, vendors, a puppy bar, and more!