Philly Loves PAWS Day May 15th is the Best Excuse to Eat Out
It’s Philly Loves PAWS Day! Thinking about what to make for dinner tonight? Fuhgeddaboudit. Dine out today to help animals all over our region. Not hungry? You could also go…
It's Philly Loves PAWS Day! Thinking about what to make for dinner tonight? Fuhgeddaboudit. Dine out today to help animals all over our region. Not hungry? You could also go shopping! Maybe buy a new bike, or roof even. There are over 75 local businesses participating in Philly Loves Paws this year, donating a portion of all of today's proceeds to this lifesaving cause.
So today, Wednesday, May 15th treat yourself while showing some love for PAWS! Bars, restaurants, shops, salons, pet services, and more are getting involved, so there's certainly something for everyone.
See a map of businesses and plan your day today (Wednesday, May 15th) at phillylovespaws.org!
Here are the Organizations Participating in Philly Loves PAWS and Donating 20% of Proceeds Today:
Drinks and Dining
- American Sardine Bar 1800 Federal Street
- Fergie’s Pub 1214 Sansom Street
- Function Coffee Labs 1001 S. 10th Street
- Hale & True Cider Co 613 S 7th Street
- Penn Museum Café3260 South Street
- Second District Brewing 1939 S. Bancroft Street
- South Philadelphia Tap Room1509 S. Mifflin Street
- Sweet Box 339 S. 13th Street
- The Jim 1701 S. 8th Street
- Vibrant Coffee Roasters & Bakery 222 W. Rittenhouse Square
- Wolly Mammoth 430 South Street
Pet Services
- Left Eartip Designs Online
- Pawtrait Pop-up Morning: Schuylkill Banks Park Afternoon: Grays Ferry Triangle Plaza(See their Instagram for day-of timing!)
- Squirrel! Dog Training Online
Shopping and Services
- Lumos Yoga & Barre All locations:
- 2001 Green Street
- 835-837 Corinthian Avenue
- 2329 Parrish Street
- Modern Eye Both locations:
- 145 S. 13th Street
- 3419 Walnut Street
- Philadelphia Record Exchange 1524 Frankford Avenue
- Redeemer Tattoo 427 E. Girard Avenue
Here are the Organizations Participating in Philly Loves PAWS and Donating 10% of Proceeds Today:
Drinks and Dining
- Bakeshop on 20th 269 S. 20th Street
- Bean2Bean Cafe 1516 N 5th Street
- Bing Bing Dim Sum 1648 Passyunk Avenue
- Bridget Foy’s 200 South Street
- Cake Life Bake Shop 1306 Frankford Avenue
- Cartesian Brewing 1326 E. Passyunk Avenue
- Cheu Fishtown 1416 Frankford Avenue
- Czerw's Kielbasa 3370 Tilton Street
- Dirty Frank’s347 S. 13th Street
- Dock Street Brewery South 2118 Washington Avenue
- Essen Bakery 1437 E. Passyunk Avenue
- Fairmount Bicycles 2015 Fairmount Avenue
- Figo Italian 1033 N. 2nd Street
- Forsythia 233 Chestnut Street
- Fringe Beer Garden with Pump House Pizza 140 N. Columbus Boulevard
- Gleaners Cafe 917 S. 9th Street
- Grace Tavern 2229 Grays Ferry Avenue
- Joe’s Steaks + Soda 1 W. Girard Avenue
- Monster Vegan 1229 Spruce Street
- North 3rd 801 N. 3rd Street
- Porco's Porchetteria & Small Oven Pastry Shop 2204 Washington Avenue
- Race St. Cafe 208 Race Street
- Rebel & Wolf Coffee 1700 E. Moyamensing Avenue
- SouthHouse 2535 S. 13th Street
- Tattooed Mom 530 South Street**also hosting a happy hour with the Young Friends of PAWS, 5-7pm**
- The New Wave Cafe 784 S. 3rd Street
- Tony & Nicks Steaks 39 E. Oregon Avenue
- Urban Village Brewing 1001 N. 2nd Street
Pet Services
- Alpha Dog Grooming
- 2245 Grays Ferry AvenueANIMA Natural Pet Products304 Arch Street
- Baltimore Pet Shoppe
- 4532 Baltimore Avenue
- Central Bark Philadelphia
- 2501 Wharton Street, Bldg.
Fairmount Pet Shoppe 2024 Fairmount Avenue - Opportunity Barks 38 S. 3rd Street
- Salty Paws Rittenhouse Square 211 S. 17th Street
- The Pet Snobs Boutique 606 S. 9th Street
- WAG: Whole Animal Gym 611 S. 2nd Street
Shopping and Services
- BellaLisa Hair Studio 3530 Cottman Avenue
- Blokes Barbershop & Gentleman's Emporium 151 N. 3rd Street
- Booked 8511 Germantown Avenue
- Charmed on South 1908 South Street
- Crash Bang Boom 528 S. 4th Street
- Fairmount Bicycles 2015 Fairmount Avenue
- Focus Barre and Yoga 1923 Chestnut Street
- Good Buy Supply 1737 E. Passyunk Avenue
- Hygge Facial Spa 1601 Walnut Street, Suite 400
- JTA Roofing & Exteriors
- Molly’s Books and Records 1010 S. 9th Street
- Neighborhood Books 1906 South Street
- Philadelphia Independents 35 N. 3rd Street
- Plants Etc. 2313 Fairmount Avenue
- South Philly Bikes 1901 S 13th Street
- Trophy Bikes 133 S. 23rd Street
- Urban Jungle 1526 E. Passyunk Avenue
- Verilife Dispensary 1300 S. Columbus Boulevard
- Zipf’s Candies 8433 Germantown Avenue
Lots to choose from, and so cool of all of these businesses giving back in this way. Special thanks to PAWS sponsors, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and VCA Animal Hospitals for helping to make this day possible.
There are pet pantry donations being collected at certain locations today too. Help by dropping off kitty litter, dry dog food, or dry cat food at any of the following locations:
Anima Natural Pet Products • Central Bark Philly • Hale & True Cider Co. • Dock Street Brewery South • Neighborhood Books • Race Street Cafe • Tony & Nicks Steaks • Trophy Bikes
If you're unable to get out to one of these businesses today on Philly Loves PAWS Day, no worries! You can make a direct monetary donation anytime HERE. PAWS is also always looking for people able to adopt, foster, donate needed items, and volunteer. THANK YOU for your support of this awesome organization.
BEN FM's Longtime Dog Jockey Gloria Was Adopted Through PAWS
For 13 years BEN FM had a Dog Jockey working full-time for the station, before she passed away due to bone cancer. We loved her dearly and will always be thankful to PAWS for bringing her to us, and saving countless other animals every single day. Gloria was special, and family to everyone working at the station and we will always miss her.
Kristen Herrmann for BBGIThe Many Doggie Costumes of the PAWS Mutt Strut 2023
We came, we strut (strutted?), we saw LOTS of dogs in costumes. All in all, a perfect day. The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society held their annual Mutt Strut on Sunday, October 8th, and the fundraising efforts, and doggie costumes did not disappoint.
This year was the 17th Annual PAWS Mutt Strut, down at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The event was pushed to Sunday's rain date, and it was a good call too, as yesterday was a perfect day for it. Clouds overhead, but sunshine peeking through, and the breeze kept things just cool enough to finally feel like fall.
If you've never attended the PAWS Mutt Strut, it's a little bit of everything. A paw-ty for humans and canines alike.
Some of the fun offered:
It's a family affair too, with kids and babies and group costumes and lots of smiles. The dogs too. Smiles all around, tongues hanging out, and the biggest fundraiser of the year for PAWS.
You can still support PAWS!
If you missed this year's Mutt Strut, be sure to keep a look out for the 18th Annual Mutt Strut, likely sometime in October, 2024. Next year's Mutt Strut is sure to be even better, as the organization continues to outdo itself every single year. It's also not too late to help this year. You can make a donation at any time to help this incredible non-profit continue in its mission to make Philadelphia a no-kill city. They've come so far in their efforts already, and they truly make every dollar count toward helping animals.
HERE's the link to make a donation. You can donate anonymously, and in honor or memory of a pet or favorite animal. Right now, the donations continue to be matched by an anonymous donor. Your donation will go twice as far!
To many of the Mutt Strut attendees, helping with the Mutt Strut is just a small way of repaying this organization for their part in bringing them true love. A way of thanking PAWS for connecting them with their dog or cat companions. Helping them find their furry family members, and more importantly, keep them. PAWS also helps folks all over the region by providing affordable to care for their animals year-round.
The doggie costumes at the Mutt Strut are a pretty big draw too. The PAWS community and their fur families bring it every year. Check out the photos below to see their costumes this year, and start planning next year's costumes now!
Splish Splash! The overall winner. Baby Sloane who is 1 year old, and Parker (in the wagon) who is 13.
Paul Triggiani9 month French bulldog Mando is a penguin.
Paul Triggiani2 year-old Philly Fern-Atic (Gracie Lou) and 6 year-old Gritty (Pudding) came out with their hooman Rocky, dressed as a ref.
Paul Triggiani2 year-old Philly Fern-Atic (Gracie Lou)
Paul Triggiani6 year-old Grrritty
Paul TriggianiOur favorite duo of the day! Mario and Luigi. Luigi is Noelle (4 months), and Mario is Slim Shady (9 years).
Paul TriggianiMost topical this year was Pickleball! Chief, who is 8 years-old knows all the trends.
Paul TriggianiAriel (Erica) and Ursula (Abigail, 10 years-old)
Paul Triggiani14 year old Gabby Davis was wearing a St Thomas uniform, and she is so incredibly cute in those bows! She had some pretty adorable human sisters too.
Paul TriggianiTalula who is 8 went as a Pink Lady, along with Levi who is 1, who went as Danny Zuko.
Paul TriggianiGrease is the word!
Snickers is a 10 year-old skeleton.
Paul TriggianiLisa and Duke (2 1/2), Homegoods Employee of the Month!
Paul TriggianiAcho just ran around the Mutt Strut looking like this, totally comfortable in disguise.
Paul TriggianiAcho is 1 1/2 years-old and he rocked the wig AND glasses.
Paul TriggianiPrincess will be 15 on October 28th (Happy Birthday!!!) She went as a beautiful caterpillar.
Paul TriggianiThis is 6 month-old Louis who is Bubble Tea.
Paul TriggianiKai is 8 years-old, and a bat.
Paul TriggianiLita as Lita-hosen! She's 2 years-old.
Paul TriggianiLittle Devil!
Paul TriggianiStarbarks Daisy, who is 11 months, and Deedee, who is 7 years-old.
Paul TriggianiCora is a shark, and she's 2 1/2.
Esme is 4 and she's a (not so scary) lion.
Leo the forest knight.
Paul TriggianiLeo who is 3, is a forest knight.
Wait, is that Doggie Parton???
Paul TriggianiIt is! Doggie Parton! 3 year-old Finni Rous.
Paul TriggianiBoris the spider. (Actually named Boris!)
Paul Triggiani2 1/2 year old Mandee is Chucky!
Paul TriggianiCandy Corn Misty!
Paul TriggianiMisty who is 7 years-old went as candy corn.
Paul TriggianiUnicorn Jockey Roxanne is 12 years old.
Super Dog Max is 6 years-old.
Panda Missy is 8 1/2 years-old.
Tiggy is 11 years-old and Prince Charming.
Paul TriggianiRomeo has a sombrero on, and is 5 years-old.
Paul TriggianiJolena is just 6 months old, and an absolute angel!
Paul TriggianiHarry Potter even made an appearance!
Paul TriggianiJust look at that face!
Paul TriggianiAva who is 5, went as the cutest little beer keg. She also REALLY rocked those glasses.
Paul TriggianiSUPER cute!
Paul TriggianiA Beautiful Flower!
Paul TriggianiNora, the Everything Beagle. 3 years old.
Paul TriggianiTeddy Sunshine is a Cowboy Carrier, 1 1/2 years old.
Paul Triggiani2 year old Nugget, a Pomeranian Chihuahua
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