Two Dog Tales

Fashion for Paws Runway Show Photography Exhibit

Over the last four years Fashion for Paws (F4P) has raised more than a million dollars for the animals and programs of the Washington Humane Society (WHS). On Thursday Nov. 4 F4P is holding a Runway Show Photography Exhibit at L2 Lounge in Georgetown from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

More than a dozen F4P Runway Show photographers will display a few dozen of their best pictures from the Runway Show in this special exhibit. There will be a photo booth for guests and F4P Runway Show Super Model Calendars will be on sale, along with a silent auction. 

To attend, please RSVP and make a $20 tax deductible donation at: www.washhumane.org/F4PfotoweekDC.

Home 4 the Holidays Super Pet Adoption Event

GoodDogz.org is sponsoring the seventh annual Home 4 the Holidays pet adoption event on Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Reston Town Center in Virginia from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More than 40 dog rescue organizations will be there with adoptable dogs.

What better gift than to welcome a pet in need of a home into your family? More than 20 retailers will be selling pet supplies and gifts, and there will be a pre-holiday visit from Santa Paws.

Puttin’ on the Dog Carribean Nights

The SPCA of Anne Arundel County is holding its annual charity gala on Saturday, Nov. 6 at the Marriott Annapolis Waterfront in Maryland. Puttin’ on the Dog Carribean Night  will have cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, a live and silent auction, and dancing to the music of Mama Jama. Tickets are $150. Call 410-268-4388, extension 120 for more information or to buy tickets.

Dash 5K and Doggie Run

The Dash 5K and Doggie Run on Sunday, Nov. 7 in Rock Creek Park from 8:00 a.m. to noon will benefit the Washington Animal Rescue League. Well-behaved dogs may participate with their owners in the one-mile Doggie Run/Walk. Water bowls and treats for the dogs will be provided at the start/finish area. Late online registration is $25 until Nov. 5. All participants must pick up their packets prior to the race start between 7:30 a.m. and 8:15 a.m.

There will be adoptable dogs, vendors, and the League will be debuting their newest program, Rescue Runners. With Rescue Runners, League staffers and shelter dogs go for a 1-mile jog each morning to help the dogs stay active and more relaxed during their days at the League.