If you’re the creative type of pet lover, this special class is just right for you. Register today and you’ll get to join a class of other pet enthusiasts to paint a portrait of your furry loved one. Did we mention it’s BYOB? This is going to be fun!

Have you ever been to a Christmas party and wished you could just be home cuddled up with your dog? Well, this time, you get to bring your dog with you! Join Sky Dogs for an evening of festive fun, treats, games, and goodies.

Looking to adopt a friend for life? Visit the Franklin County Dog Shelter on the first and third Sunday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. to mingle with their adoptable dogs. Who knows—maybe you’ll find the newest addition to your family! Can’t make it on Sundays? No worries—the shelter is open seven days a week, every week.

If you didn’t get enough of werewolves at Halloween, then this evening hike is for you. Bring a flashlight, a spooky story, and your pet werewolf for a fun 3.5-mile trek in the woods.

photo: John Nixon

Need some afternoon outdoor time with your pup? Join other dog lovers and their furry friends on this 2-mile hike. Does your hiking companion need more motivation to exercise? No worries, the hike ends with a complimentary doggie treat!

photo: Cheryl Blair

Looking to adopt a friend for life? Visit the Franklin County Dog Shelter on the first and third Sunday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. to mingle with their adoptable dogs. Who knows—maybe you’ll find the newest addition to your family! Can’t make it on Sundays? No worries—the shelter is open seven days a week, every week.

Join Friends of the Shelter for their Howliday Bazaar. You can shop (need a dog sweater?), mingle, and support the Franklin County Dog Shelter! The best part? Your dog can meet and get a picture taken with Santa Claus himself.

Get ready for the holidays while supporting the cats and kittens at Cat Welfare Association. Win-win! At this event you’ll find Christmas decor, reasonably-priced Christmas gifts for the cat lovers on your holiday list, and yummy homemade treats.

Check out Columbus Humane’s newly renovated digs and support the shelter! Now that the shelter renovation is complete, you can see all the new spaces, hang out with cute adoptables, and enjoy good food and drinks with other pet-loving humans.

Looking for a fun, free holiday event for furry and feathered friends? Look no further, this one’s for you. Join Barker, Meowski, and Tweet for an afternoon of refreshments and complimentary pet photos with Santa, and help support a good cause. All donations benefit the Furry & Feathered Friend Food Fund.

Fall is officially here for real this time, so Columbus Greyhounds and company, let's gather to revel in its glory! 

Join Queen Bee the Greyhound & her humans to chat, make new friends, and enjoy fall, all while walking the beautiful Olentangy Trail around Antrim Lake! 🍂🎃 

Just meeting at the park - no cost, free parking, super casual!

❤ All are welcome, no matter what Greyhound adoption group! 
Other breeds welcome to come make lanky new friends! ❤ 

Get outside and enjoy a refreshing chill on this 2.5-mile hike. You can socialize with other dogs and their owners, or you can go off the beaten path and discover new trails together. Either way, this makes for a fun afternoon for everyone involved.

photo: Andrew Kennett

Did you know that veterinarians need to access a blood bank just like human doctors do? Check out this tasty fundraiser benefiting The Greyhound Health Initiative Blood Bank, and support their lifesaving efforts. Can’t attend? No problem, there’s an online option that still supports the blood bank!

Looking to adopt a friend for life? Visit the Franklin County Dog Shelter on the first and third Sunday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. to mingle with their adoptable dogs. Who knows—maybe you’ll find the newest addition to your family! Can’t make it on Sundays? No worries—the shelter is open seven days a week, every week.

Rabbit fans, if you’re feeling a little excluded, don’t worry; the Midwest BunFest is all about—you guessed it—bunnies! Come together with bunny lovers from across the state to bond, shop, and learn about rabbits. The best part? You can bring your rabbit—there’s even a special bunny spa just for them.

Looking to adopt a friend for life? Visit the Franklin County Dog Shelter on the first and third Sunday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. to mingle with their adoptable dogs. Who knows—maybe you’ll find the newest addition to your family! Can’t make it on Sundays? No worries—the shelter is open seven days a week, every week.

A special Halloween event for pets and their families. Includes a costume contest for your pet (with categories like best duo, scariest, funniest, and cutest) and plenty of fall-related activities for kids. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Halloween season with your pet—all treats and no tricks.

Looking of a fun outing with your pup? Check out the first annual Paws in the Park, a fun-filled afternoon for dogs and people of all ages! Benefiting Godown Dog Park, this event features music, activities, canine demonstrations, rescue groups, raffles, speakers, food trucks, and a pet costume parade.

Love supporting local businesses but hate leaving your pets at home? The German Village Makers Market is just the place for a weekend outing! Shop products from local vendors and bring your pets along to join in on the fun. There’s even a designated area with water and treats, so everyone is guaranteed to have a great day.

photo: Jen Brown Photography

Looking to adopt a friend for life? Visit the Franklin County Dog Shelter on the first and third Sunday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. to mingle with their adoptable dogs. Who knows—maybe you’ll find the newest addition to your family! Can’t make it on Sundays? No worries—the shelter is open seven days a week, every week.

Join Buckeye Bulldog Rescue for this fun-filled morning! Run a 5K or walk a one-mile fun walk with two- and four-legged friends. Then stay to watch the Bulldog Race. That's right, bulldogs racing. The Frenchies are quick, but the English bulldogs are entertaining! Register your bullie to race other bulldogs, or just watch the mayhem.

A super special charity event to benefit cats of all kinds (and a few of their dog friends). Enjoy an afternoon of fanciful fun, from desserts to raffles to auctions. The best part? It’s all to benefit Colony Cats (& dogs) and their efforts to rescue, support, and love cats from every walk of life.

Join Columbus Humane for their 12th Annual Defend Your Friend 5K with your family, friends, co-workers or favorite four-legged! Yes, this event is for well-behaved dogs also. Defend Your Friend supports Columbus Humane's work in cruelty investigations. 

A chance for outdoor fun and adventure for you and your pet. Includes paddleboating (for pets, too), vendors, pet-friendly nature paths, giveaways, and more. This is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with other pet owners and enjoy some time exploring new terrain with your pet, all while supporting local businesses and adoption groups.

A good-natured event for a good cause. Bring your pet to socialize, view demonstrations, partake in contests, buy products from local vendors, and eat good food. Most importantly, you'll get to meet and learn about local pet rescues and advocacy groups.

Want a chance to support a charity that exclusively benefits cats? This is the perfect place to start! This 5K walk/run benefiting the Cat Welfare Association includes a race, a raffle, and even a pancake breakfast for those who donate. Register now to help cats in need and have fun while you’re at it.