Events

Ice cream + Great Danes = a pretty perfect day 🍦🐾Come meet some of our gentle giants, learn about the rescue, and grab something sweet while you’re here.All are welcome—especially kids and dog lovers!

Great Dane Meet & Greet Stop by and meet some gentle giants! We’ll be at the Petco in Piscataway with a few of our Great Dane ambassadors for a casual Meet & Greet.  It’s a great chance to say hello, spend a little time with these amazing dogs, and learn more about the breed and […]

Come visit us for a relaxed meet & greet at Colonia Dairy Maid Ice Cream Shop! 🍦🐾Meet our Great Danes, chat with our volunteers, and learn more about the work we do.It’s a great chance to connect, ask questions, and enjoy a treat together.

Swing by for a laid-back meet & greet with our Great Danes! 🍦🐾We’ll be hanging out at Colonia Dairy Maid with some of our friendly ambassador dogs—perfect for a casual visit, a few pets, and maybe something sweet for yourself. Stop in, say hello, and enjoy a little time with some truly lovable company.

Come meet some gentle giants! Join us for a Great Dane Meet & Greet at Petco in Piscataway, where you’ll have a chance to meet a few of our wonderful ambassador Danes and learn more about the breed and the work our rescue does. It’s a great chance to say hello, spend a little time […]

Bring your dog to the ballpark for one of our Bark in the Park Nights. Games include: Pre-game Pooch Parade around the warning track of the field Professional pet photographs on the concourse "Yappy Hour" hang out during the game Water stations available on concourse Engage with pet-related vendors and organizations Opportunity to be chosen […]

Turtle Back Zoo is hosting the 10th Annual BARKtoberfest Pet Adoption Event & Marketspace at the Berson Family Center at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo!  Come meet adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens while supporting local animal shelters and rescue groups. This year's event will feature a Pet Costume Contest, Vendor Booths, Food Trucks and […]