Adoption Event at Pet Supplies Plus Purcellville
2025-10-11 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Pet Supplies Plus Purcellville, 120 Purcellville Gateway Dr, Purcellville, VA, 20132
Are you ready to find your new best friend?! Come out to Purcellville for our cat adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus from 11am – 1pm!
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All of our adoptable cats are:⁠
• Up-to-date on vaccinations and preventative medication⁠
• Microchipped⁠
• Dogs are heartworm tested⁠
• Spayed/neutered (6 months and older)⁠

3rd Annual Mount Airy Waggin' at Watkins Adoption Event
2025-10-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Mt. Airy Animal Hospital, 615 Center Street, Mt. Airy, MD, 21771
Join us at Waggin at Watkins 3rd Annual Adoption Event!! Local vendors will also attend!! A fun day for the whole family…come meet your new family member!! 11-2 PM

PetSmart Charities’ Adopt Joy™ Event
2025-10-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-22 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 | PetSmart Urbana Pike, 5401 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join PetConnect Rescue at PetSmart on Urbana Pike from 12–2 PM for a special adoption event that’s part of PetSmart Charities’ Adopt Joy™ celebration! We’re bringing our most lovable pups — you just bring the love.
Bonus: For every dog adopted at the event, PetConnect Rescue will receive a $100 donation from Adopt Joy™ to help save even more lives. Your new best friend could help rescue the next!
Let’s make this a tail-waggin’ good time!

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest +Market at Dirt Farm Brewing
2025-10-26 11:00 - 16:00 | Dirt Farm Brewing, 18701 Foggy Bottom Rd, Bluemont, VA, 20135, United States
It’s Howl-O-Ween on the mountain!! PetConnect Rescue will have a tent/table with adoptable dogs 11AM-4PM!!!

On Sunday, October 26, bring your pup (in costume, of course!) and join us on the mountain for a day full of fall fun. From 11-4pm, sign up your furry friend for our dog costume contest or visit the pet-friendly market featuring local vendors with treats, gear, services, and rescues.

To enter the contest, stop by The Garage to have your pup’s photo taken and get officially signed up. Voting will open right here on Facebook and Instagram Sunday evening, with winners announced on Wednesday, October 29! Thanks to our friends at Pet Supplies Plus @psp_purcellville for sponsoring the prizes.
Whether you’re a dog owner or just a dog lover, we can’t wait to see you on the mountain for some tail-wagging fun!

Adoption Event at Purcellville, VA Pet Supplies Plus
2025-11-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Pet Supplies Plus, 120 Purcellville Gateway Dr., Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States

Pictures w/ Santa and Adoption Event @ Sandbox Brewhouse
2025-12-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Sandbox Brewhouse, 880 N. East St., Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Come out and meet adoptable dogs and have your picture taken with Santa by Katie Ballantine from Paws In-Studio Photography while supporting PetConnect Rescue! A $20 donation is suggested for a photo with Santa. Bring the whole family to Sandbox Brew House 1-4 PM and enjoy food from Cousins Maine Lobster food truck and have your pup’s nails trimmed at Mobile Pawpad!!

Adoption Event at Purcellville, VA Pet Supplies Plus
2026-01-10 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Pet Supplies Plus Purcellville, 120 Purcellville Gateway Dr, Purcellville, VA, 20132
Are you ready to find your new best friend?! Come out to Purcellville for our cat and dog adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus from 11am – 1pm!
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All of our adoptable dogs and cats are:⁠
• Up-to-date on vaccinations and preventative medication⁠
• Microchipped⁠
• Dogs are heartworm tested⁠
• Spayed/neutered (6 months and older)⁠

Lion + Ram Puppy Love Charity Fashion Show
2026-02-07 13:00 - 16:00 | The Exchange on Loudoun, 186 N. Loudoun St., Winchester, VA
Join us at the 3rd Annual Puppy Love Charity Fashion Show organized by Lion + Ram! Enjoy an afternoon of fashion, adoptable dogs, local vendors and fun. Doors open at 1:00PM, Fashion Sow at 2:00PM.
ALL proceeds from the event go directly to PetConnect Rescue. EventBrite tickets go on sale January 1st! $25 / Ticket
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-puppy-love-charity-fashion-show-tickets-1978448488688?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=post_publish&utm_content=shortLinkNewEmail
The Exchange on Loudoun
186 N Loudoun Street
Winchester, VA

EAT, DRINK, SHOP, SEE A RUNWAY FASHION SHOW & MEET YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND!

Creekside Canine Training: Doggie Kissing Booth & Adoption event
2026-02-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Creekside Canine Training, 423 E Patrick St., Frederick, MD, 21701
Canines & Kisses Adoption Event + Kissing Booth!
Pucker up for a paws-itively adorable day! Join us for Canines & Kisses, a Valentine-themed adoption event full of love, licks, and furry fun.
✨ Make a $20 donation and receive a framed Kissing Booth photo captured by Paws Up Photography
Meet and cuddle adoptable pups
Enjoy yummy dog treats
Hair N Dipity will be on site offering pedicures and trims for your pups
❤️ Presented by Creekside Canine Training and Dog Friendly Frederick
February 8th | 11 AM – 2 PM
490 Prospect Blvd, Ste C-50A
Frederick, MD 21701
Bring your dog, bring your Valentine, or come find a new furry love!

Puppy Love Yoga at Steinhardt Brewing
2026-02-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Steinhardt Brewing, 340 East Patrick St, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
PUPPY LOVE YOGA
Get ready to melt because our FIRST Pups & Poses of 2026, aka Puppy Love Yoga, happens on Sunday, February 15th at 11 AM at Steinhardt Brewing Co. in Frederick! Bring your Valentine (pups, partners, or Galentine squads welcome), or treat yo’ self to the ultimate self-love sesh with face-licking fluffballs. Who’s down for heart-eyes and happy tails?!
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PetConnect Rescue is unleashing a litter of adoptable puppies ready to win your heart!
This foster-based hero org saves at-risk doggos from high-kill shelters in MD, DC, and VA, matching them with furever homes. Adopt your new BFF on Valentine’s weekend? Yes, please!
LOCATION: Steinhardt Brewing Co., 340 E Patrick St, Frederick
DATE/TIME: Sunday, Feb 15 – 11:00 AM
Hosted by Jenuine Yogi & Pet Connect Rescue
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TICKET PRICE:
$25 Adults | $10 Kids under 11
(Proceeds will be DONATED to Pet Connect Rescue)
REGISTER AT THE LINK BELOW:
https://linktr.ee/jenuineyogi
THE LOVELY LINE UP :
* Beginner yoga surrounded by tumbling puppies (bring your mat!)
* Post-flow puppy snuggles + Steinhardt sips
* Funds fuel PetConnect Rescue’s life-saving mission!
We’ve raised ~$10K yearly for rescues over 6 years, the puppy magic continues!
QUESTIONS? Email: jenuineyogi@gmail.com
FB PAGE: www.facebook.com/jenuineyogi
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/jenuineyogi/
MEETUP: https://www.meetup.com/yoga-and-beer-jenuineyogi/

PetSmart Charities’ Adopt Joy™ Event
2026-02-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-28 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-25 12:00 - 14:00 | PetSmart Urbana Pike, 5401 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join PetConnect Rescue at PetSmart on Urbana Pike from 12–2 PM for a special adoption event that’s part of PetSmart Charities’ Adopt Joy™ celebration! We’re bringing our most lovable pups — you just bring the love.
Bonus: For every dog adopted at the event, PetConnect Rescue will receive a $100 donation from Adopt Joy™ to help save even more lives. Your new best friend could help rescue the next!

Adoption Event at Kentlands PetSmart
2026-03-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Kentlands PetSmart, 218 Kentlands Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878, United States
Join us at the Kentlands PetSmart for our dog adoption event from 12 pm – 2 pm!
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All of our adoptable dogs are:⁠
• Up-to-date on vaccinations and preventative medication⁠
• Microchipped⁠
• Dogs are heartworm tested⁠
• Spayed/neutered (6 months and older)⁠

Lilly Pulitzer Shop & Share Adoption Event
2026-03-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Lilly Pulitzer (WestField Montgomery Mall), 7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD, 20817, United States
Shop and support a great cause! Join us at the Lilly Pulitzer at the Westfield Montgomery Mall on March 15th from 12 pm to 3 pm for a special shopping and adoption event! PetConnect Rescue will be there with adoptable dogs to meet and 10% of Lilly Pulitzer sales that day will go directly to PetConnect Rescue, helping us continue our life-saving work for animals.

Volunteer- Foster-Meet-Up
2026-03-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Sandbox Brewhouse, 880 N. East St., Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Bring a friend and learn how to get involved with PetConnect Rescue! Join us at Sandbox Brewhouse Sunday, March 22nd, 3-5PM
❤️Meet PCR volunteers and current fosters
❤️Learn about foster opportunities: temp/weekend/regular
❤️Learn about volunteer opportunities
Get involved so we can save more lives!!
Fosters save lives!

Adoption Event at PetSmart in Frederick Maryland
2026-03-28 12:00 - 14:00 | PetSmart Urbana Pike, 5401 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
We’ll be at the Urbana PetSmart from 12-2 with irresistible dogs. Come for the cuddles, leave with a new best friend!
All of our adoptable dogs are:⁠
• Up-to-date on vaccinations and preventative medication⁠
• Microchipped⁠
• Dogs are heartworm tested⁠
• Spayed/neutered (6 months and older)⁠

Adoption Event at Petco in Leesburg VA
2026-03-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Leesburg Petco, 1031 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA, United States
Join us at the Leesburg PetCo for our dog adoption event from 12 pm – 2 pm! Spend time with some of our fabulous dogs and find the new best friend you’ve been looking for.⁠
All of our adoptable dogs are:⁠
• Up-to-date on vaccinations and preventative medication⁠
• Microchipped⁠
• Dogs are heartworm tested⁠
• Spayed/neutered (6 months and older)

Adoption Event Bluemont Station Brewery
2026-04-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Bluemont Station Brewery and Winery, 18301 Whitehall Estate Ln., Bluemont, VA, 20135, United States
Join us on Saturday, April 11th, at Bluemont Station Brewery and Winery for a dog-friendly day filled with adorable adoptable dogs, friends, and special drink offers to support PetConnect Rescue.

Middleburg Spring Races
2026-04-18 13:00 - 16:00 | 36800 Glenwood Park Ln., 36800 Glenwood Park Ln., Middleburg, VA, 20117, United States
Join PetConnect Rescue on Saturday, April 18th, 1-4 PM at The Middleburg Races, an elegant Spring tradition in Middleburg, VA, steeped in history, with beautiful horses and fun for all!
Visit our tent, meet our adorable adoptable dogs, and learn more about how you can get involved as a volunteer or foster!!!

Doggy Noses and Yoga Poses: Old Bust Head Brewing
2026-04-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Old Bust Head Brewing, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton, VA, 20187, United States
Join paws with us for a unique and heartwarming yoga class at Old Bust Head Brewing in Warrenton, VA. Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses combines the joy of yoga with the cuddles of adorable rescue puppies and dogs from PetConnect Rescue.
Event Highlights:

45-Minute Yoga Class: Certified instructor May Smith will lead a mixed-level yoga session while rescue puppies and dogs roam freely, providing cuddles and puppy kisses.
15-Minutes of Snuggles: After yoga, enjoy a “snuggasana” session with the pups.
Post-Yoga Pint: Relax in the tasting room with a pint from Old Bust Head Brewing (for guests 21 and over).

Tickets:

Advance Purchase: $49.50
At the Door: $60 (space permitting)

A portion of all ticket proceeds will be donated to PetConnect Rescue.
Important Information:

Bring Your Own Mat: Please bring a yoga mat or towel.
Limited Space: Space is limited, so order your Pawssport today!
Respecting The Rescue: The only dogs allowed on the class floor will be the rescue and no food or treats will be allowed on the class floor.
Spectators are NOT Allowed: To ensure the safety, privacy, and comfort of participants and event staff/volunteers.
Event Participants: The recommended age is 12+ to attend the class, however, children who are able to behave appropriately in a yoga class are welcome with a legal guardian. We ask all event attendees to have a great time while remaining respectful of those around them.

Join Us for a Fun and Furry Yoga Experience!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985960366918?aff=oddtdtcreator

Outerly Walk & Adoption Event
2026-04-26 11:00 - 14:30 | Caddies, 4922 Cordell Ave., Bethesda, MD, 20814, United States
Outerly is teaming up with PetConnect Rescue to help you make new friends on a morning walk with one of our sweet adoptable dogs. When you sign up with Outerly, based on a personality questionnaire, the Outerly team will match you into groups of 6-10 people. Your group will be given a custom walking route starting at Caddies in Bethesda, MD. All walks will end at Caddies for a community adoption event!!

https://outerly.co/

First Saturday Frederick Adoption Event
2026-05-02 12:00 - 15:00 | A Lit’l Irish Too, 29 East Patrick St., Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Join us at A Lit’le Irish Too on Saturday, May 2nd, to partake in the First Saturday Frederick festivities and possibly meet your new best friend. Pet Connect Rescue will have adoptable dogs in the window, hoping to make lots of love matches!!

Run The Greenway
2026-05-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Loudoun Station, 43751 Central Station Dr, Ashburn, VA, 20147, United States
Join us for Run the Greenway on May 3, 2026, and help us save more animals in need! Whether you run in person or virtually, every step you take (and every dollar raised) makes a difference.⁠
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How You Can Help:⁠
– Sign up for the 5K, 10K, or Kids Fun Run⁠
– Donate directly to our campaign
– Become a peer-to-peer fundraiser and rally your friends!⁠
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This big race has BIG incentives:⁠
– The top fundraising organization AND individual can each win $5,000 for their charity!⁠
– The fastest runners can win up to $1,000 for their chosen cause!⁠
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Running and raising money means more lives saved—are you in? Click one of the options below!
On the fundraising page, select PetConnect Rescue from the “Support a Charity” dropdown menu.
Register
Donate
Fundraise
