Mark The Calendar For Yoga With Puppies, Trunk Or Treat With Costumed Dogs And More At Old Dominion Humane Society
- Lenora Kruk - Mullanaphy
- Sep 17
- 4 min read
Nothing’s cuter than snuggly puppies or sillier than dogs in costumes, and Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS) has plenty of furry friends headlining events in October. From relaxed strolls and vigorous hikes to Trunk or Treat and yoga with puppies, ODHS has events for everyone throughout the month. With so many puppies, adult dogs and seniors to choose from, adopters may find a four-legged friend waiting for them.
Head to ODHS for a relaxing Saturday Stroll with one of the smaller rescue dogs. Volunteers will be waiting at the doors at 8:45 a.m. to match individuals with dogs, and then a caravan will drive to a local trail. Strollers transport dogs in their cars, and ODHS has crates available if needed. The Strolls are throughout the year, on flatter terrain than the Sunday Hikes, under two miles and on a different trail each week. Join other members of the community, and help get the pups exercise and socialization. There’s no need to sign up prior, and the Stroll lasts until about 11 a.m.
Old Dominion Humane Society, 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Want to get some exercise, check out beautiful local trails and do wonders for the rescue dogs at ODHS? Join other dog lovers on Sunday Hikes, where volunteers meet participants at the ODHS door at 8:45 a.m. and match them with the perfect dog partner. Then, drive the dogs to a nearby trail—ODHS has crates if needed. The destination changes each week, and it’s a fun adventure while helping the rescue dogs get exercise and boost their mental well being. Sunday Hikes feature the bigger dogs, challenging trails at a faster pace and range from three to five miles. Mark the calendar for a weekly date with one of the rescue dogs.
Old Dominion Humane Society, 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, Va., 22408
Need to pick up dog food, Halloween costumes or a toy at PetSmart? Don’t forget to stop by to choose one of the rescue dogs available for adoption while there. ODHS will bring friendly furry friends that need a loving home, so stop by and meet that future family member from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
PetSmart Woodbridge, 13337 Worth Ave, Woodbridge, Va., 22192
What a way to multitask—take a beginner-friendly, low-impact yoga class and snuggle with puppies. The yoga class is from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., followed by puppy cuddles from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cost is $28 per person, and 20 percent of the proceeds go to ODHS. (Cost includes a gift bag and puppy playtime.) Register in advance at risingdawnyogastudio.com.
Awesome 'Possumz, 211 William St, Fredericksburg, Va., 22401
Pick out the freshest produce, browse the booths and visit the rescue dogs from ODHS from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. From puppies to adults to senior rescues, there’s a best friend for everyone. While visiting, stop by for a cuddle and a wet kiss.
Farmers Market at Hurkamp Park, 500 William Street, Fredericksburg, Va., 22401
Stop by Tales & Tails Book Café, a haven for books, dogs and coffee. Catch up on information about favorite reads, as well as updates about the store, events, rescue pups and much more. ODHS rescue dogs will be on hand from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., making cuddling up with a book even better. Take home a book and a furry friend that’s waiting to be adopted.
Tales & Tails Book Cafe, 1010 Charles St, Fredericksburg, Va., 22401
It’ll be a doggone good time with the Stafford County Sheriff’s K9 department demonstration, vendors, door prizes, a raffle fundraiser and food. Don’t forget to stop at the ODHS adoption booth to meet the cutest puppies and dogs around. The event is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Stafford Dog Club, 2945 Mountain View Rd, Stafford, Va., 22556
Get ready to party with some rescue dogs when the Harmonic Flow Music and Arts Festival makes its way to Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy music, art and a chance to mingle with cute dogs that are searching for their own loving families.
Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg, 350 Lansdowne Rd, Fredericksburg, Va., 22408
It’s going to be a great time when adoptable dogs take center stage and The Paper Hearts bring live music to the Silver Collection. Rescue dogs will be available for cuddles and adoption from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. While at the event, participants can support the rescue dogs by donating to the ODHS pet drive. Links to the wish lists are:
Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/B1OO0381JR5W
Walmart Wish List: https://www.walmart.com/registry/er/a8538094-c6ce-48a1-b655-385cf97b0b5
Silver Collection at Carl D Silver Pkwy, 1201 Ashford Cir, Fredericksburg, Va., 22401
It’s that time of the year again when all the rescue dogs don their scariest, funniest and prettiest costumes for a “spooktacular” good time at Trunk or Treat. The dogs aren’t the only ones getting dressed up—guests come in their best costumes, too. It’ll be a scary good time with candy, games, face painting and, of course, the dogs. While there, find the perfect furry match to adopt, and bring home the best treat ever! The fun times are from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Old Dominion Humane Society, 3602 Lafayette Blvd, Fredericksburg, Va., 22408
