Two Dog Tales

Dogma Bakery is holding Halloween parties with costume contests at both its Arlington stores Thursday, Oct. 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  The party at the Village at Shirlington store is co-sponsored by Fur-Get-Me-Not and benefits Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.  The Harrison St. location benefits Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation. In order to participate a donation is requested of 5 pounds of dog food for Lucky Dog or a collar or leash for Lost Dog.

Doggie Howl-o-ween Happy Hour

The Hotel Monaco in Old Town Alexandria, the host of the popular bi-weekly doggie happy hours, is having a special doggie Howl-o-ween happy hour on Thursday, Oct. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. Pets and their owners are encouraged to come in costume, and there will be a runway, judges and prizes. Get there early, there are only 75 spots available. A $10 donation is requested, and all proceeds will go to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.   

GRREAT 3K Walk

Golden Retriever Rescue Education and Training is holding its 7th annual “GRREAT Beginnings Lead to Happy Endings” 3K Walk on Saturday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. at Weber’s Pet Supermarket in Fairfax, Va.

Cost is $20 per human walker, and each participant will get a t-shirt. Refreshments and dog treats are provided along the walk route, and door prizes will be given away at the end of the event. Registration is at 9:30 a.m., and the walk starts in the rear parking lot. 11021 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA  22030.