Saving Grace Supply Co., 4016 Durham Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting My Dog is my Valentine Pawty on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by to enjoy: Shop for the special someone and the special pet pal(s) in your life to prepare for Valentine’s Day while showing some love to shelter dogs in need, as all our proceeds benefit Saving Grace NC pups within the adoption program to … [Read more...] about My Dog is my Valentine Pawty at Saving Grace Supply Co Feb. 7
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Puppy Bowl Watch Party at Eno River Brewing in Hillsborough Feb. 8
Eno River Brewing, 329 Eno Mountain Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Puppy Bowl Watch Party on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Join Hope Animal Rescue at the free event. You can expect: This event is extra special this year because two Hope alum pups that are in the Puppy Bowl will be at the event! Both of them will be at the party ready to give their pawtographs. … [Read more...] about Puppy Bowl Watch Party at Eno River Brewing in Hillsborough Feb. 8
Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart Dec. 13 and 14 (reservations recommended)
PetSmart is offering FREE photos of your pet with Santa again! The event takes place at all PetSmart locations in the United States and Canada (excluding PetSmart Groomery locations.) The photo sessions with Santa at PetSmart will be available from 2 to 5 p.m. on December 13 and 14, 2025. (Times might vary by location, however.) Reservations are required and go quickly. Book your session … [Read more...] about Pets get free pictures with Santa at PetSmart Dec. 13 and 14 (reservations recommended)
Paws with Claus: Photos of your dog with Santa at Downtown Cary Park Dec. 14
Bring your dog to Paws with Claus for a FREE picture with Santa at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The event takes place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park's Bark Bar. Enjoy a festive setting while your dogs meet Santa. In addition to complimentary photos with Santa, you can choose to have a holiday photo session with … [Read more...] about Paws with Claus: Photos of your dog with Santa at Downtown Cary Park Dec. 14
Where to get a picture of your dog with Santa in the Triangle — a day-by-day list
Looking for the perfect picture of your dog with Santa? Look no further! We are keeping a running list of places to get your dog's picture taken with Santa. Keep checking back for more. … [Read more...] about Where to get a picture of your dog with Santa in the Triangle — a day-by-day list
Petco: Free pet photos with Santa on Dec. 6
Participating locations of Petco are offering FREE pictures of your pet with Santa on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. To see which locations are participating, input your zip code at stores.petco.com/photos-with-santa. We learned about the Santa visit in a press release, but it has no information about how to reserve a spot, if needed. We recommend calling your closest store to … [Read more...] about Petco: Free pet photos with Santa on Dec. 6
Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
Durham Parks & Recreation is hosting Santa Paws on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. The event includes: Photos provided by Assorted Poppies Photography. Photos are free, but with a suggested donation of $10, benefiting Carolina Boxer Rescue. … [Read more...] about Santa Paws at Durham Armory Dec 5
Spooky Tails: Halloween event for dogs in Apex Oct. 29
Bring your pup in its favorite costume to enjoy Spooky Tail on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Apex Nature Park Amphitheater, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. It's free to attend, and you don't need to register, but dogs must be leashed. More info here. Spooky Trails features: The event also features a donation drive for Wake County Animal Shelters. All … [Read more...] about Spooky Tails: Halloween event for dogs in Apex Oct. 29
Trick or Treat with your pet at PetSmart Oct. 26
PetSmart announced on Instagram and on Facebook that all PetSmart stores will be hosting Trick or Treat for pets on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dress your pet (and yourself!) in costume and stop at treat stations throughout the store. There will even be a fresh “Spritz Station” to keep your pet smelling fresh! Come celebrate Halloween with tail wags, treats, and lots of … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat with your pet at PetSmart Oct. 26
Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
Barktoberfest is a free event in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's being presented by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences. Features of Barktoberfest … [Read more...] about Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 25
