National Dog Day: NYC Pet Celebrations, Adoption Events
August 26th is National Dog Day! Spoil your pooch by throwing a pup-friendly cocktail party, enjoy a discounted stay at a hotel in the heart of the city, or adopt a dog for free. There are plenty of ways to celebrate. By Carly Petrone.
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Gilt's Dog Days of Summer
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Have you been toying around with the idea of adopting a dog? What better way to celebrate #nationaldogday than by taking home a pooch of your own for free. Yep, between August 26 – 28, Gilt will cover the cost of dog adoptions for the first 20 approved adopters during a puppy party hosted with North Shore Animal League America. The event will go from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Saks OFF 5th. Guests can play with pups, adopt beloved new pets, and shop stylish doggie must-haves. Already a Gilt member? Make sure to check out their site on the 26, because they'll be featuring all things doggie – from accessories and dog-inspired home goods for humans, to discounts on local pet services. Do you need another reason to find your new best friend? Learn more here.
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You may know that the Hotel Pennsylvania is home to many a breed during the Westminster Dog Show, but did you know that this pup-loving hotspot is also offering a Dog Days of Summer promotion on National Dog Day? Book a room anytime between August 24th – August 29 and the hotel will waive the cleaning fee charge for your pet (a $75 value.) Enjoy a stay-cation at this pup-ular hotel and show your doggie around the Hudson River Greenway, or go for a walk near Bryant or Madison Square parks. Click here to learn more.
Dog Days of Summer at Loews Regency Hotel
Head over to Loews Regency Hotel for their National Dog Day celebration. Bring your favorite furry friend to their annual Yappy Hour from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Owners can sip on complimentary cocktails, courtesy of Sant Ambroeus, while the dogs themselves can enjoy special puppyccinos and treats. Stick around for the silent auction, where all proceeds go to benefit the New York Bully Crew -- an NYC non-profit that specializes in rescuing pit bulls and bully breeds. Learn more about this fun event here.
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Do you just want to spoil your pet on National Dog Day? Call the folks over at Chase & Papi and set up a one-of-a-kind cocktail party just for pups! Choose from The Papi Package ($350), which includes everything from two hours of photography and live music to a doggie buffet and cocktail bar. The Chase Package ($500) includes on-site event coordinators, wine and cheese platters and swag bags. The Chase & Papi Package ($800) includes everything in the other packages plus an unlimited bottled beer, wine, and soda option. How could your pooch not be impressed? And make sure to keep your eyes out for other fun pup-friendly events, like Doga & Cocktails, a popular yoga class specifically designed for dogs and their owners. Click here for more details.
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If you want to pamper your pooch in style, then make your appointment at Hair of the Dog, the mobile pet spa that provides everyday grooming services like shampooing and teeth cleaning for both large and small breeds. Is your doggie feeling adventurous? Add on a creative grooming service, like nail art and body bling. Your dog will always have the same groomer and he/she won't have to wait in a cage to be seen, as most appointments only take about an hour. The state-of-the-art mobile grooming van is built on the frame of a Mercedes Sprinter and is equipped with a 16-gauge stainless steel tub that can hold the largest of breeds with plenty of room. Owners don't even have to be at the appointment – after the first few visits, Hair of the Dog is happy to groom your pet without you being present. Just leave your keys with them or with a neighbor/doorman so you can come home to a clean and happy pet.
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Carly Petrone is the founder of Petrone on the Rocks, a lifestyle site about food, drinks, beauty, travel, and more. She lives in New York City.
