Dogtoberfest. Oct. 22, 10 am - 4pm

Dogtoberfest is an Austin based, non-profit organization, created for the purpose of instilling awareness about Dog rescue, as well as raising much needed moneys for local dog rescue organizations.  We have an annual event at The Domain, which includes a silent auction, Canine Costume Contest, pet related demonstrations and fun for all!  Last year approximately 2,500 people and their canine companions attended this one day event and we expect many more in 2011!!

 Mark your calendars now for Saturday, October 22, 10 am 'til 4 pm at the Domain in North Austin.

The following 8 local rescue groups will benefit from Dogtoberfest 2011:

Austin Boxer Rescue    -    Austin Dog Rescue  -  Austin Sheltie Rescue

Central Texas Dachshund Rescue     -     Heart of Texas Lab Rescue

Hound Rescue  -   Lifelong Friends Pet Adoptions   -   WeeRescue

k9 Karnival - May14th

K9 Karnival - Saturday, May 14th Noon - 4 PM

LOCATION and MAP to the K9 Karnival

Hyde Park High School (Quarries Campus - Mopac/Braker)

Please join us for an afternoon of fun activities for the entire family! Adults, Kids & K9's.  Enjoy the day while helping Austin Dog Rescue raise funds for their foster home and adoption programs!  More detail coming soon to your inbox and on our website.

• LIVE MUSIC by The Rhythm Dawgs
• Family Photo Portraits
• Candid Photo Ops during the event
• Puppy Kissing Booth
• Games and Activities for You and your Dog
• Scavenger Hunt
• Face Painting for Kids
• Fur Art for K9’s
• Memory Paw Prints in Clay
• Moon Walk
• Agility Fun Run
• Pet products and discounts
• Food and Drinks
• Rescue and Education Booths providing Demo's
• Event T-shirts
• AND MUCH MORE!

Entry into the Karnival is FREE! Cash donations are requested/required for some activities or purchase a VIP Paw-Pass to ALL of the events and activities listed above! The first 25 people that purchase a Paw Pass receives a coupon for a FREE M Bella Gelato!

ANNUAL ADOPTION REUNION
We will also be celebrating our "almost" 4th year of successful adoptions and we do this by inviting ALL ADOPTED ADR DOGS (over 700 to date!) and their FAMILIES to come enjoy the festivities and reconnect with ADR!  Being the small, foster home-based organization we are, our volunteers love to see how happy their once homeless dogs are now that they've found their forever homes!  For every dog that is adopted... TWO are SAVED and we THANK YOU for adopting!

ADDRESS to Hyde Park High School (Quarries Campus)
11400 North Mopac Expressway
Austin, TX 78759
NOTE: USE MAPQUEST ONLY - NOT Google Maps!
Directions and detailed map

Pawberry Fields Forever @HouseWine - May 28th

Come Together and join Party Animals on a Magical Mystery Tour as we celebrate the start of summer and benefit Austin Dog Rescue. With A Little Help From My Friends we'll Twist and Shout on Saturday, May 28th from 3:30 - 5:30pm. Baby You Can Drive My Car or take a ride on a Yellow Submarine Across The Universe to House Wine. We hope you'll join us All Together Now!

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=148068401925986

10% of all proceeds from House Wine during the event will be donated to Austin Dog Rescue.

We'll have some real treats for your pup provided by It's Pawsitively Irresistible!

Midtown Groom and Board will be at the event offering peticures, paw-rubs, temporary tattoos and canine massage!! And have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets to win Midtown gift certificates and baskets with proceeds going to Austin Dog Rescue!

Teeny's Friends will also be at the event hosting a Dog Toy Drive - make sure and bring a toy for this wonderful organization that donates toys to needy dogs.

Tap your paw to some Beatles tunes by the lovely Maggie and the Sauce.

We don't want your pooch to be parched while you're enjoying a glass of Sexy Sadie Sangria. M Bella Gelato will be selling Doggy Gelato at our event!

Dogtoberfest Austin - Oct.23

Dogtoberfest benefits eight Austin area rescue groups.   Check out the fun events going on, and take some fun pictures too!

Date: Saturday, Oct. 23rd.
Time: 11- 4 pm
Location: The Domain, Austin,TX

KXAN presents the Dogtoberfest Canine Costume Contest

KXAN's Jim Spencer will emcee this year's Canine Costume Contest.  Categories include:   

• Wackiest                                                                
• Best Owner/Dog duo
• Best Group (2 or more dogs)                          
• Favorite Movie Character

Prizes will be awarded for each category as well as one for Best in Show.  It's free to enter!

This is a photo of Jim with Gwen, one of his beloved Miniature Schnauzers.

The photo was taken by our favorite photographer, Nicole Mlakar-Livingston.

Dog Portraits

The Neiman Marcus photo booth is back again this year.  For a $5 donation, we will capture your 4-legged family members photo in front of a custom back drop.

Additionally Nicole Mlakar-Livingston will be photographing the day's happenings as she roams througout The Domain.  After the event, we'll post a link to her website where you can view the photos and order them from her directly.  Nicole has come to be known as one of Austin's premier photographers. 

Silent Auction

Throughout the day, items from Domain vendors as well as many truly "Austin" businesses will be available for bidding at our annual Silent Auction.  The Silent Auction is the main fundraiser for Dogtoberfest, so please visit often & bid bid bid!

Demonstration Station Schedule:

11 - 11:30   Fit Dog Austin

11:30 - 12   McCormicks & Schmicks

12 - 12:30   Texas Hearing & Service Dogs

12:30 - 1     Canine Sports Rehabilitation and Conditioning

1 - 1:30        Fit Dog Austin

1:30 - 2        Flemings Cooking Demonstration - Making jerky for your best friend

2 - 3             APD K-9 Unit

3 - 3:30       Wiener Dog Races

3:30            KXAN Canine Costume Contest

Canine Sports Rehab and Conditioning

Austin's own Sandra Hudson will speak about the benefits of post-operative rehabilitation, as well as non-surgical treatments available for your best friend. 

Weiner Dog Races

You've heard about them, and maybe even seen them.  This will be your chance to be part of the first annual Weiner Dog Races at Dogtoberfest.  Central Texas Dachsund Rescue will organize & put on the races.  Stop by the CTDR booth starting at 10 am to register.  Slots will be limited, so don't wait!!!

Pints for Pups! Saturday, April 10, noon - 3pm

Two of my favorite things are coming together this weekend for a great cause.  Join Independence Brewing for a fundraiser to benefit  to benefit Greyhound and Shiba Inu Rescue. Beer + Dogs = Good times. 

Spring Fling 2010 March 28, 12:30-4pm

Spring Fling 2010 Austin Dog Rescue and Lofty Dog Present Spring Fling 2010

Sunday, March 28th
12:30-4 PM
Republic Square Park (5th and Guadalupe)

Join us for a truly festive spring celebration.  Enjoy the day at the newly-renovated Republic Square Park while your pup hunts for eggs, struts their stuff on stage in the Lofty Dog Fashound Show, poses for photos in our pooch-friendly photo booth by Annie Ray and shops for that special something from one of our local vendors.

12:30 PM     Registration, vendor booths and the chance to meet adoptable dogs from Austin Dog Rescue
1:30 PM       Easter Begg Hunt begins
3:00 PM       Fashound Show (Pre-registration required, please visit www.austinloftydog.com)   

    Prizes will be awarded for Keeping Austin Weird, Best-Dressed Friends, and Best In Show! 

Pawliday Party at the Driskill

Lofty Dog (403 W. 2nd Street) is hosting the Annual Pawliday Party this Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 1pm-3pm at the Driskill (604 Brazos).  The Driskill hotel is the winner of Animal Fair magazine's most "pet friendly hotel," and they don't forget about your special family member during the holidays. This fund raising event for Austin Dog Rescue is presented in conjunction with Lofty Dog.

Activities include a Green Carpet Dog Walk fashion show, photos with Santa, and special goodies for all. Austin Dog Rescue has two dogs on site, ready for adoption and a perfect Christmas gift for someone in your family. For the masters, a cash bar on their famous Sixth Street balcony features Salty Dogs, Pink Poodles, Poinsetters, Greyhounds and other appropriately named cocktails.

Want to be in the fashion show where the winner of Best In Show wins a stay at the Driskill?  Other catagories will include Best Couple, Most Festive, Most Keeping Austin Weird.  The rules of entry are here.