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Events
See our events calendar here.
Current Scheduled Events:
HUGS at Long Dog Fat Cat Village Pointe
Sunday October 21st, 2018 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
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Come see us Sunday, October 21st, from 11am-1pm at the fabulous Long Dog Fat Cat, 16909 Burke St. #126, Omaha NE 68118 located in Village Pointe. We will be set up inside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and super cute PUPPIES.
11:00-12:00:
Everest, Eve, Sayre, Guiness, Duke, and Oakley
12:00-1:00:
Everest, Eve, Sayre, Kalen, and Carson
To learn more about adoption, and to apply to adopt or foster, please visit www.heartlandgsrescue.org
HUGS at Vino Mas
Saturday October 27th, 2018 2:30 PM until 04:30 PM Location: Vino Mas
Map: 14450 Eagle Run Drive Suite 220 Omaha NE 68116
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Come join us at Vino Mas on Saturday, October 27th, for a day of WINE and DOGS! From 2:30-4:30pm come learn more about us, meet volunteers, and meet some of our adoptable dogs!
2:30-3:30: Eve and Carson
3:30-4:30: Naomi and Duke
*Bozz will be attending from 3:00-4:00pm
Vino Mas
14450 Eagle Run Drive Suite 220, Omaha, NE
To learn more about adoption, and to apply to adopt or foster, please visit www.heartlandgsrescue.org
HUGS at PetSmart
Sunday November 4th, 2018 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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Come see us Sunday, November 4th from 1:00pm-3:00pm at PetSmart located at 17035 Evans Plaza, Omaha. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our adoptable dogs.
1:00-2:00: Poe, Zante, Evangeline, Morwen, Prada, Sky, Guinness, Raven, and Rusty
2:00-3:00: Poe, Zante, Evangeline, Morwen, Kalen, Hugo, Duke and Raven
To learn more about adoption, and to apply to adopt or foster, please visit www.heartlandgsrescue.org
Event Safety Rules: https://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/display?PageID=18110
Black Puppy Special Event!
Sunday November 18th, 2018 12:30 PM until 02:00 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat - LOVELAND LOCATION (402) 991-1124
Map: 2501 S.90th ST STE 123 Omaha NE 68124
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Come see us Sunday, November 18th, from 12:30PM-2:00 PM at the fabulous Long Dog Fat Cat Loveland location (2501 S 90th St, Omaha). Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, learn more about fostering or adopting, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable puppies Roderick & Zante, and their mama Raven!
If you plan on coming to meet the foster dogs, please read our event guidelines: http://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/display?PageID=18110
To learn more about adoption, and to apply to adopt or foster, please visit www.heartlandgsrescue.org
HUGS @ Long Dog Fat Cat - Village Pointe location
Sunday January 6th, 2019 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
Come see us Sunday, January 6th, from 1-3pm at Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe (16909 Burke St), in Omaha. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of the dogs! To learn more about adoption, and to apply to adopt or foster, please visit www.heartlandgsrescue.org Event Safety Rules: https://heartlandgsrescue.rescuegroups.org/info/display?PageID=18110
Fairy Garden Workshop for the Dogs!
Saturday April 20th, 2019 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM Location: Bennington, NE
Map: Bennington NE
Fairy Garden Workshop to benefit the Dogs!
Please join us for this fun, informal fundraiser for the dogs. $25 Fee per Container (includes soil and $10 worth of accessories). Containers from $4 to $10. There will be a variety of plants that start at $3 and Fairy Garden accessories starting at $1.
No green thumb is required to either create or maintain one of these hardy yet adorable mini gardens :). Please RSVP asap by emailing gardener@cox.net with “Fairy Garden” in the subject line. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED to ensure that we have enough supplies.
We hope to see you there. Come any time between 11am and 2pm (no need to stay the entire time). Baby Hudson and baby Savannah will be there from 11:30am to 1:30pm to inspire you with their cuteness as you work on your fairy garden
. The event will be held at a volunteer's home/garage, so parking will be in the street.
Bring a friend or come make some new ones! All proceeds from the event will benefit the HUGS dogs and Lost Pets of Omaha Area. Thank you for supporting these two very worthy causes!
July Pet Sketch Fundraiser to benefit HUGS
Monday July 1st, 2019 12:01 AM until Wednesday July 31st, 2019 09:00 PM Location: Online
68028
Talented wildlife artist and HUGS adopter, Heidi Haugen Katuin of Pheasant Ridge Art Enterprises, will be donating proceeds from her July Pet Sketch fundraiser to the HUGS dogs!
These are 12x16 graphite sketches. Single head shot sketch $25.00, double (2 pets in a single sketch) or full body are $35.00, triples (3 pets in the same sketch) are $45.00. Shipping in the USA is included. $10.00/sketch ordered in July will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
To place an order, please message Heidi Haugen Katuin on Facebook, or email her at heidihaugen65@gmail.com.
Heidi adopted GSD Duke (a Miracle dog from Baldwin Park shelter) earlier this year from Heartland German Shepherd Rescue. She currently works for Jostens and has previously worked for Disney as a figure finisher and as a caricature artist for Fasen Arts. She is very talented and we are very lucky to have her doing this fundraiser for us! PLEASE contact Heidi via Facebook messenger for information on this unique and special fundraiser! All the funds raised will go right into helping more dogs! Thank you!!
Timberwolf Night at Backswing Brewing Co (Lincoln)
Friday July 19th, 2019 5:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Lincoln, NE
Map: Lincoln NE
Friday night, Timberwolf Products, a Lincoln custom woodworking company is celebrating their 15th year Anniversary! There will be pint glasses for sale and a raffle for custom furniture. Proceeds are generously being donated to 2 rescue groups, one of them being Heartland German Shepherd Rescue (HUGS)! There will be drink specials for anyone who buys a "Timberwolf Products" pint glass (60 available), and the FlyDogz food truck will be there from 6pm-8pm. This is a dog-friendly event, so come on down to support this awesome Lincoln merchant (who is the proud grandparent of 2 HUGS dogs!). Enjoy some delicious hot dogs, drink specials, check out some amazing custom woodwork, all while supporting the rescue dogs!
Trimming Claws for a Cause - To Benefit HUGS!
Saturday July 20th, 2019 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Location: The Green Spot Omaha
Map: 1110 S 71st St - Bay K Omaha NE
Stop into The Green Spot (1110 S 71st St, Ste K, Omaha), Sat July 20th, 10am-12pm with your dog(s) for nail trims (or grinds) AND support the HUGS dogs! $15 Nail Trims/ $20 Nail Grinds per dog. The Green Spot is generously donating all proceeds to HUGS! No appointments needed! (There may be a short wait - please see a TGS Team Member to get on the sign up sheet when you arrive.) Please share with your friends and help support a great cause!
HUGS at Barks N Brews
Sunday September 8th, 2019 12:00 PM until 05:00 PM Location: Barks N Brews
Map: 13730 P St Omaha NE 68137
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Join us at Barks N Brews (13730 P St, Omaha), Sunday September 8th, noon to 5pm. Barks and Brews features a dog-friendly bar area, as well as an indoor dog park. HUGS will be bartending, and our host is generously allowing us to keep all tips to help the rescue dogs! Barks & Brews requires proof of vaccination (Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella, and Lepto) for any dogs that might be attending, so be sure to bring that to the event. We hope to see you there!
Annual HUGS Alumni/Volunteer Picnic
Sunday October 6th, 2019 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Omaha, NE
Omaha, NE
*HUGS Adopters, Fosters, and other helpers* Just a reminder that our annual picnic is THIS SUNDAY! There will be a picnic-style cook out, an outdoor photobooth for you and your dog(s) courtesy of our friends from FotoFunSpot, and Lou will set up her Agility course so you and your pup can have fun trying it out! The annual picnic brings HUGS adopters, fosters, and all volunteers together for a fun event. It also allows fosters and volunteers an opportunity to see the HUGS dogs they have dedicated their time to helping. We love hosting this event and look forward to seeing you all there. If you are a HUGS adopter, foster, or other helper, and have not yet received your invite with details, please email heartlandgsrescueinfo@gmail.com or private message us on Facebook ASAP!
Howl'oween Photo Fundraiser
Saturday October 19th, 2019 11:00 AM until 05:00 PM Location: Waggin' Tailz Ranch (402) 933-9249
Map: 11819 Stonegate Dr Omaha NE 68164
On Saturday, Oct 19th, from 11am to 5pm, you can come see us at Waggin' Tailz Ranch for Halloween pictures! Bring your pets in costume or feel free to look through the costume bin and borrow an accessory (provided by Waggin'Tailz!). For $15, you will receive one high-resolution image (printable), and one low-resolution image (for web sharing), both by email. These are professional pictures taken by Em-Tee-Gee Photography. We will be set up in the spa area. All proceeds and donations go towards the HUGS rescue dogs and will allow us to save more lives! We hope to see you there!
Holiday Giftwrapping Booth
Friday November 29th, 2019 8:01 AM until Tuesday December 24th, 2019 06:00 PM Location: Westroads Mall, Omaha
Map: 10000 California St Omaha Ne 68114
Once again, HUGS will have a Giftwrap Booth at Westroads Mall (10000 California St, Omaha), starting on Black Friday and throughout the Holidays! The booth is located on the lower level, near JC Penney. Bring us your items, regardless of where you bought them. We will wrap them beautifully and you will be contributing to a great cause! Whether you have 1 special item, or your entire Holiday shopping, we will be glad to save you the work and make your gifts look AMAZING. We can handle all sizes and shapes. Everything is beautifully wrapped with ribbon bows and ornaments (no stick-on bows used!). We ask for a minimum donation based on package size, and as always, all proceeds will go towards helping us rescue more dogs! You can drop off and pick up later at your convenience, and we do special requests. The last week of Christmas is our busiest, so come see us earlier to skip the line! If you have a large order that you would like dropped off outside of regular hours, or if have a special order, please send us a message or call our giftwrap volunteers at 402-943-7445.
We also need volunteers to help us wrap! You can sign up to help through this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0948ADA82CABFC1-holiday
HUGS fosters & adopters: Is your HUGS Alum, foster, or their sibling (must be a rescue), not intimidated by crowds, and very friendly and sociable with strangers? We need doggy greeters at the booth as well! Please sign up for a doggy greeter shift at the HUGS booth at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0948ADA82CABFC1-doggy
Ninety Six Oak-Family Photo Session Fundraiser
Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 4:50 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Omaha, NE
Omaha, NE
Book a family photo session (including your pups!) with Ninety Six Oak for MAY 3 and half of the session fee will be donated directly to Heartland German Shepherd Rescue - HUGS. With your support, we can make a big difference together. Let's fill all 8 sessions and the photographer, who is one of our adopters and has a huge heart for the dogs, will gift $1,000 to the rescue! If all 8 sessions fill up, she will open other times so the giving can continue! Ninety Six Oak is a professional photography team who takes stunning pictures. You get access to a downloadable online gallery and print release so you can print and share all the ones you love! The photo session is $250 (Molly is donating half of the proceeds to help us pay vet bills). This is a great opportunity for some fabulous pictures with your pets, while supporting the rescue dogs. Thank you so much for supporting this fantastic fundraiser!!
Please click here to book: https://calendly.com/ninetysixoak/photosessions
NOTE: Be sure to select MAY 3RD as your date, so it counts towards the HUGS fundraiser!
Click here for more information
LPOOA/HUGS Annual Plant Sale for the rescue dogs!
Saturday May 7th, 2022 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM Location: LPOOA/HUGS Annual Plant Sale (Bennington)
Map: 16002 Potter St Bennington Ne 68007
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On Saturday, May 7th, come shop our plant sale from 11am-3pm. We will have vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, potted arrangements. Lots of GREAT MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS (Mother’s Day is the day after the sale). Well-behaved pets are welcome (no flexi leads please). As always, we would love to have lots of HUGS Alums stop by and say hi. And Lost Pets would love to meet any pups that were reunited thanks their page!
We will have adoptable dogs and puppies for you to meet.
* Credit cards, checks, cash accepted.
We hope to see you there! Thank you so much for supporting this great cause to help animals in need.
Meet and Greet
Saturday June 4th, 2022 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Join us on Saturday, June 4th from 11am – 1pm at Heartland Paws in Pepperwood Village (525 n 155th Plaza, next to Baker’s) for a meet & greet event. Whether you are looking for a younger puppy to join your pack or prefer the more mature dog who is past that puppy stage, we have got you covered! If adopting is not right for you, please still stop out and learn more about fostering or donating; either way support local businesses and check out the newly opened Heartland Paws. Hope to see you there!
Meet & Greet
Saturday June 11th, 2022 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: Pets Earth - Elkhorn (402) 505-3340
Map: 1529 S 203rd St Omaha NE 68130
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Join us on Saturday, June 11th from 12pm – 2pm at Pets Earth in Elkhorn (1529 S. 203rd Street) for a meet & greet event. Whether you are looking for a younger puppy to join your pack or prefer the more mature dog who is past that puppy stage, we have got you covered! If adopting is not right for you, please still stop out and learn more about fostering or donating; either way support local businesses and check out the Pets Earth. Hope to see you there!
Meet & Greet
Saturday June 18th, 2022 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Join us on Saturday, June 18th from 12pm – 2pm at Heartland Paws in Pepperwood Village (525 n 155th Plaza, next to Baker’s) for a meet & greet event. Whether you are looking for a younger puppy to join your pack or prefer the more mature dog who is past that puppy stage, we have got you covered! If adopting is not right for you, please still stop out and learn more about fostering or donating; either way support local businesses and check out the newly opened Heartland Paws. Hope to see you there!
Meet and Greet
Sunday June 26th, 2022 2:00 PM until 03:30 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Come meet some adorable dogs waiting for their forever home.
Meet & Greet
Saturday July 9th, 2022 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Come meet some adorable dogs waiting for their forever home. Some of the dogs you will have the chance to meet this weekend: Adaline (10a-11a), Jetta (11a-12p), Dahlia (11a-12p), April (10a-11a), Maerdy (10a-12p); subject to change. **Times may vary for each dog.
Meet & Greet
Saturday July 16th, 2022 11:30 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Pets Earth - Elkhorn (402) 505-3340
Map: 1529 S 203rd St Omaha NE 68130
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Stop by and meet some of the adorable dogs ready to find their fur-ever homes!
Meet & Greet
Sunday July 24th, 2022 1:00 PM until 02:30 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
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Stop by and meet some of the available dogs waiting to find their forever homes.
Meet and Greet
Saturday August 6th, 2022 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday August 13th, 2022 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus (402) 592-6762
Map: 9725 Q Street Omaha NE 68127
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Stop by and meet some of the adorable dogs ready to find their fur-ever homes!
Meet & Greet
Saturday August 20th, 2022 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM Location: Therapy Bar & Grill (402) 933-3669
Map: 5059 S. 108th Street Omaha NE 68137
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Stop by, grab a drink and meet some adorable dogs available for adoption. Enjoy a "Dirty Paws Drink" with all proceeds to HUGS.
Meet & Greet
Saturday August 27th, 2022 11:00 PM until 01:00 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Stop by and meet some of the adorable dogs ready to find their fur-ever homes!
Meet & Greet
Saturday September 3rd, 2022 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Meet and Greet
Saturday September 10th, 2022 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
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Meet & Greet
Saturday September 24th, 2022 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
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Meet & Greet
Saturday October 1st, 2022 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday October 29th, 2022 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus - W. Center Rd (531) 213-2738
Map: 13459 W. Center Road Omaha NE 68144
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Halloween Paw-ty / Meet & Greet
Sunday October 30th, 2022 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Stop by the Heartland Paws Halloween Paw-ty.
Meet & Greet
Sunday November 6th, 2022 11:30 AM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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Meet & Greet
Saturday November 12th, 2022 11:00 AM until 12:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Howliday Photo Sessions
Saturday November 19th, 2022 12:00 AM until 12:00 AM Location: Omaha Dog Bar (531) 867-7231
Map: 1231 S. 14th Street Omaha NE 68108
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**Time TBD**
Join us for this fundraising event at Omaha Dog Bar (**Please review policy on event and vaccination records needed if staying longer than just photo)
Come see other HUGS alumni!
Meet & Greet
Saturday January 28th, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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Meet & Greet
Saturday February 11th, 2023 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday February 25th, 2023 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday March 11th, 2023 2:30 PM until 04:00 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus - W. Center Rd (531) 213-2738
Map: 13459 W. Center Road Omaha NE 68144
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Wine & Beer Tasting Fundraiser
Saturday March 18th, 2023 2:00 PM until 04:00 PM Location: Vino Mas
Map: 14450 Eagle Run Drive Suite 220 Omaha NE 68116
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Bring your friends and come hang out, drink wine (or beer) and pet dogs. For just $20 you will be able to sample beers and wines and meet some of the adorable dogs we have available for adoption.
Meet & Greet
Saturday March 25th, 2023 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday April 1st, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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Dining for the Dogs
Thursday April 6th, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, April 6th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs! **If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of each month through September!!
*CANCELLED* Meet & Greet
Saturday April 15th, 2023 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Meet & Greet
Saturday April 22nd, 2023 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus - W. Center Rd (531) 213-2738
Map: 13459 W. Center Road Omaha NE 68144
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Dining for the Dogs
Thursday May 4th, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, May 4th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs! **If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of each month through September!!
Sip Nebraska
Saturday May 6th, 2023 11:00 AM until 09:00 PM Location: Mahoney State Park
Map: 28500 W Park Hwy Ashland NE 68003
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We will be out at the Sip Nebraska Spring Event; grab your tickets for a fun filled day and be sure to stop by and visit us and some of the available dogs.
For ticket information: https://sipspring2023.eventbrite.com/
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LPOOA/HUGS Annual Plant Sale for the rescue dogs!
Sunday May 7th, 2023 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM Location: Bennington, NE
Map: Bennington NE
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The Lost Pets of Omaha Area/HUGS Annual Plant Sale is here!
We will have vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, potted arrangements. Lots of GREAT MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS (Mother’s Day is the weekend after the sale).
Location: 16002 Potter St, Bennington, NE
Time: Noon - 4pm
Well-behaved pets are welcome (no flexi leads please). As always, we would love to have HUGS Alums stop by and say hi. Lost Pets would also love to meet any pups that were reunited thanks their page! HUGS will have adoptable dogs and puppies for you to meet.
* Credit cards, checks, cash accepted
Meet & Greet @ PetSmart
Saturday May 13th, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
Meet & Greet
Saturday May 20th, 2023 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of our available dogs ready for adoption
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday June 1st, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, June 1st, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs! **If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of each month through September!!
Meet & Greet
Saturday June 10th, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
HUGS @ Long Dog Fat Cat - Village Pointe location
Sunday June 18th, 2023 1:00 PM until 02:30 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat-Village Pointe, Omaha, NE (402) 933-1123
Map: 16909 Burke St Omaha NE 68118
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Come shop for your pets this Sunday, June 18th from 1-2:30pm at the fabulous Long Dog Fat Cat store located in Village Pointe. We will be set up outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and super cute PUPPIES who are looking for their furever homes.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday July 6th, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, July 6th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs! **If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of each month through September!!
Meet & Greet
Saturday July 8th, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday August 3rd, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, August 3rd, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs! **If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of each month through September!!
Meet & Greet
Saturday August 12th, 2023 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday September 7th, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, September 7th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millie's (162nd and Maple), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
Meet & Greet
Saturday September 9th, 2023 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
Meet & Greet
Saturday October 14th, 2023 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
Meet & Greet
Saturday November 11th, 2023 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Stop by and meet some of the available dogs ready for adoption.
HUGS Holiday Giftwrap 2023
Monday November 27th, 2023 9:00 AM until Sunday December 24th, 2023 04:00 PM Location: Westroads Mall
Omaha See all of the animals attending this event.
HUGS will be providing Giftwrapping Services at Westroads Mall, 10000 California St, Omaha, on the lower level (Container Store Court) by Game Stop. Let us wrap your presents for a minimum donation based on package size. We can wrap items of all shapes and sizes, no matter where they were purchased, and have all the supplies. We will be saving you time and money! As always, all proceeds will go towards the dogs that we rescue. You can also meet rescue dogs at the booth at certain times.
We also need volunteers to help wrap. No experience needed, we will train you. So grab a friend and sign up for some fun to help a good cause!
Here's the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0948ADA82CABFC1-holiday#/
HUGS 2023 Holiday Giftwrap schedule
Monday November 27th, 2023 9:00 AM until Sunday December 24th, 2023 04:00 PM Location: Westroads Mall
Omaha See all of the animals attending this event.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday December 7th, 2023 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Skip cooking and come support the dogs in rescue with our awesome dining for dogs event! 16130 Evans Plz location, Omaha. Dine in or drive-through. Let the cashier know that you are there with Heartland German Shepherd Rescue and 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
All money raised will help with vet bills for our foster dogs and will allow us to continue to rescue more dogs in need.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday January 4th, 2024 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Skip cooking and come support the dogs in rescue with our awesome dining for dogs event! 16130 Evans Plz location, Omaha. Dine in or drive-through. Let the cashier know that you are there with Heartland German Shepherd Rescue and 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs!
All money raised will help with vet bills for our foster dogs and will allow us to continue to rescue more dogs in need.
HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday January 13th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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Come see us at the PetSmart store located at 17035 Evans Plaza, in Omaha. Stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable dogs and puppies!
Pet Supplies Plus
Sunday February 18th, 2024 11:30 AM until 01:00 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus - W. Center Rd (531) 213-2738
Map: 13459 W. Center Road Omaha NE 68144
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Come see us at Pet Supplies Plus (132nd & Center, Bakers Square, Omaha). Meet some of our adorable dogs and puppies who need homes; chat with the HUGS volunteers; and learn more about fostering and adopting from our rescue group.
HUGS at Pets Discount
Saturday February 24th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Pets Discount (402) 504-1945
Map: 739 N. 132nd Street Omaha NE 68154
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Come see us at Pets Discount (739 N 132nd St, Omaha). We will be there with some of our adorable dogs and puppies who are looking for their forever homes! Come meet these babies and chat with the HUGS volunteers to learn more about fostering and adopting from our animal rescue group!
HUGS at Nature Dog, Omaha
Saturday March 2nd, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Nature Dog
Map: 13406 W Maple Rd Omaha Ne 68164
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Please join us this Saturday from noon-1:30pm at Nature Dog (13406 W Maple Rd, Omaha). Chat with the fosters and volunteers about adoption and fostering, and meet some adorable dogs that are looking for their fur-ever homes.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday March 7th, 2024 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, March 7th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millies (16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Long Dog Fat Cat - LOVELAND LOCATION
Saturday March 9th, 2024 3:00 PM until 04:30 PM Location: Long Dog Fat Cat - LOVELAND LOCATION (402) 991-1124
Map: 2501 S.90th ST STE 123 Omaha NE 68124
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Come shop for your pets Saturday, March 9th from 3-4:30pm at the fabulous Long Dog Fat Cat store located in the LOVELAND SHOPPING CENTER. We will be set up inside and outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and super cute PUPPIES who are looking for their forever homes.
HUGS at Pets Earth, Elkhorn
Saturday March 30th, 2024 11:00 AM until 12:30 AM Location: Pets Earth - Elkhorn (402) 505-3340
Map: 1529 S 203rd St Omaha NE 68130
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Please join us this Saturday from 11-12:30pm at Pets Earth (1529 S 203rd St, Omaha).
Chat with the fosters and volunteers about adoption and fostering, and meet some adorable dogs that are looking for their fur-ever homes. We will be set up outside of the store.
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday April 4th, 2024 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, April 4th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millies (16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
FidoFest at the Riverfront
Saturday April 13th, 2024 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM Location: Gene Leahy Mall
Map: 1302 Farnam on the Mall Omaha Ne 68102
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Visit the Gene Leahy Mall Saturday 4-13-24, for the return of FidoFest to The RiverFront. This is a dog-friendly event!
From 11 AM to 3 PM, enjoy:
Dog Adoption groups
Raffle Prizes
Food Trucks
Pet Vendors & Delightful Doggy Treats
We will be there with some of our adoptable pups!
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, May 2nd, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millies (16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday May 11th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Come see us at the PetSmart store located at 17035 Evans Plaza
in Omaha. Stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable dogs and puppies!
HUGS at Pets Earth, Bennington
Saturday May 18th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Pets Earth - Bennington (506) 305-7905
Map: 15530 Ida St Bennington Ne 68007
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Please join us this Saturday from 12-1:30pm at Pets Earth (15530 Ida St, Bennington, Ne).
Chat with the fosters and volunteers about adoption and fostering, and meet some adorable dogs that are looking for their fur-ever homes. We will be set up both inside and outside of the store.
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Saturday June 1st, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Come shop for your pets Saturday, June 1st from noon-1:30pm at Heartland Paws. We will be set up inside and outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and super cute PUPPIES who are looking for their forever homes.
FidoFest at the RiverFront
Wednesday June 26th, 2024 5:00 PM until 07:30 PM Location: The RiverFront
Map: Gene Leahy Mall east side, between 10th & 8th St Omaha, Ne NE 68102
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We hope you will join us at this dog-friendly event, on June 26th.
From 5 - 7:30pm enjoy:
-Dog Adoption Groups
-Raffle Prizes
-Food Trucks
-Pet Vendors & Delightful Doggy Treats!
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Saturday June 29th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
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Come shop for your pets Saturday, June 29th from noon-1:30pm at Heartland Paws. We will be set up inside and outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and puppies who are looking for their forever homes.
Pet Supplies Plus
Saturday July 20th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Pet Supplies Plus - W. Center Rd (531) 213-2738
Map: 13459 W. Center Road Omaha NE 68144
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Saturday, July 20th, from noon to 1:30pm, we will be at PETS SUPPLIES PLUS (13459 W Center Rd) with the sweetest puppies, teens, and adults, who are all looking for their forever homes.
Come see us in the back of the store to meet them, and to learn more about fostering or adopting. Apply at www. heartlandgsrescue.org to be preapproved.
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Friday July 26th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
Come see us at Heartland Paws this Saturday, July 27th, from noon to 1:30pm. We will be set up inside and outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous dogs and puppies who are looking for their forever homes.
Ne Wine & Balloon Festival
Friday August 16th, 2024 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM Location: Ta-Ha-Zooka Park
Map: 905 Elkhorn Dr Elkhorn Ne 68022
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Come see us at The Nebraska Wine & Balloon Festival Saturday from 5pm to 9pm at Tahazouka Park, in Elkhorn (905 Elkhorn Dr). You can find us in the Pets Earth booth where our fabulous host will be doing raffles throughout the day, and will donate 10% of sales to the HUGS pups!
Say say hi to adoptable pups Dresden & Ava from 5-7, and Ronin & Kaiya from 7-9pm.
For ticket & festival info: https://showofficeonline.com/NebraskaWineBalloon/
HUGS at CycleBar West
Saturday August 24th, 2024 10:00 AM until 11:45 AM Location: Cyclebar West (402) 522-6711
Map: 17255 Davenport St Omaha NE 68118
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Come see us at CycleBar West, 17255 Davenport St, Omaha (Village Pointe), August 24th!
MEET: The most lovable adoptable dogs and puppies from 10am-11:45am
RIDE: 30 min spin class at 11am ($15 to benefit the rescue dogs)
** Follow this link to sign up to ride if you haven't yet (10 spots left): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXztQ_XA1HhXfblJGuUrWNAjB-KuXSeighL5n0GuTspPsSog/viewform?usp=sf_link
We hope to see many of you there. All proceeds benefit the rescue dogs!
HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday September 14th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
Come see us at the PetSmart store located at 17035 Evans Plaza
in Omaha. Stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable dogs and puppies!
HUGS at Heartland Paws
Saturday September 21st, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: Heartland Paws (531) 772-0633
Map: 525 N. 155th Plaza Omaha NE 68154
Saturday, September 21st, from noon to 1:30pm, we will be at Heartland Paws (525 N 155th Plaza, Omaha). We will be set up inside and outside of the store. Please stop by to learn more about our group. Say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of the amazing rescue dogs who are looking for their forever homes. Prepare to fall in love!
Vino Mas - Beer/Wine Tasting & Bake Sale
Saturday September 28th, 2024 2:00 PM until 04:00 PM Location: Vino Mas (402) 916-4111
Map: 14450 Eagle Run Dr - Ste 220 Omaha NE 68116
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Saturday, September 28th, join us at Vino Mas -14450 Eagle Run Dr, Omaha- from 2:00-4:00pm, for a day of WINE, BEER, and DOGS! For only $20, you can sample 5 wines and 3 beers, and appetizers. Shop our bake sale and meet the Charpoocherie Pups!
$15 of the wine tasting ticket price and 10% of all other sales between 2-4pm will be donated directly to HUGS.
**CASH, VENMO, OR CHECKS PREFERRED**
Walk and Dogfest
Sunday September 29th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:30 PM Location: Nebraska Humane Society
Map: 8929 Fort St Omaha Ne 68134
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Join us on Sunday, September 29, 2024 for the 35th annual Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest!
We will be in the meadow on the NHS campus, from 11 am to 1:30pm. Attractions include Vendor Village, Rescue Groups, Silent Auction, Beer Garden, Adoption Parade, Great Food available for purchase, Entertainment and, of course, the Walk down the Keystone Trail. The best part of all, it's all dog-friendly!
HUGS will be there with adoptable dogs and puppies. You can just come the day of the event, admission is free. Hope to see you there!
HUGS at Defiance Harley-Davidson
Saturday October 5th, 2024 10:00 AM until 03:00 PM Location: Defiance Harley-Davidson
Map: 4940 S 72nd St Omaha NE 68127
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HUGS will join other local rescues at Defiance Harley-Davidson for a relaxing, dog-friendly day, filled with fun activities for everyone. Here's the schedule, courtesy of our host:
10am-3pm-Visit Rescues and Vendors.
11am 'til gone-$5 hot dogs, chips & soda or beer*
Dog friendly vendors
11:00am-Adopt-A-Dog Parade. The rescues will walk the dogs around for you to see in all their Furry Glory.
12pm-Advice by Double Rainbow Dog Training, LLC.
1pm-Dog Costume Contest. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place prizes of $200, $100 and $50.00
We will have Rescues on-site for you to find your new family member!**
Other rescues onsite include Little White Dog Rescue, Haven Animal Rescue of Omaha, Bullies-N-Beyond ResQ Inc, SNAFU Rescue, Bailing out Benji, ShelterMe Nebraska, Taysia Blue, and Town & Country Animal Rescue.
*Please drink responsibly.
**Please note all rescues have an application process.
HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday October 12th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
See all of the animals attending this event.
Come see us from noon to 1:30pm at the PetSmart store located at 17035 Evans Plaza
in Omaha. Stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable dogs and puppies!
* CANCELLED* HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday October 26th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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* Event has been CANCELLED - We apologize for any inconvenience *
Come see us from noon to 1:30pm at the PetSmart store located at 17035 Evans Plaza
in Omaha. Stop by to learn more about our group, say hi to the volunteers, and meet some of our gorgeous adoptable dogs and puppies!
Dining for the Dogs
Thursday November 7th, 2024 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM Location: Don & Millies - 162nd & Maple
Map: 16130 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
On Thursday, Nov 7th, from 4PM to 8PM at Don & Millies (16130 Evans Plaza, Omaha), mention HUGS at the time of purchase, and 20% of proceeds will be donated to the HUGS dogs! Stop in for dinner, or pick up an order to go. What a super easy and delicious way to help the dogs!
** If you miss this date, join us the 1st Thursday of next month, as the event repeats each month! **
HUGS at Petsmart
Saturday November 9th, 2024 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM Location: PetSmart (402) 289-1592
Map: 17035 Evans Plaza Omaha NE 68116
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PetSmart, 17035 Evans Plaza (170th & Maple)
12p-1:30pm
Stop by the store and meet some of our awesome dogs who are looking for their fur-ever homes! Learn more about fostering and adopting
. We will be set up inside the store. Hope to see you there!
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