Dog house owners and their canine companions can anticipate a packed schedule this October and November with occasions catering to man’s finest buddy.
“I’m always looking for opportunities to get out with my pup,” says Kavita Gera, 26, of East Meadow. She and her chiweenie, a cross between a chihuahua and a dachshund, Bueller took half within the annual pet parade and costume competitors at Hicks Nurseries in Westbury in 2022 the place Bueller was dressed as E.T.; this 12 months’s costume stays to be determined.
“Getting to dress him up and see everyone’s creativity is an added bonus,” she says. Gera additionally sees the occasion, occurring Oct. 18, as a social enhance for Bueller, who feels that “between him and I, I’m honestly not sure who’s more excited to see all the dogs.”
Liz Kim-Lan, 50, got here from Queens to attend the final Hicks pet parade along with her rescue canine Charleigh, a chihuahua combine, who dressed as a sizzling canine accompanied by her human members of the family who wore condiment costumes. They plan to return once more this season. “The kids love it and we get a chance to meet other dog lovers and see awesome dogs in costume,” she says.
From festivals to doggy brunches and costume parades, right here’s a information to dog-friendly occasions occurring this fall:
Oct. 14: PawsWalk 2023 at Belmont Lake State Park
Starting with a light-weight breakfast and pet treats, leashed dogs can then participate in a walk on the park. Attendees will obtain a goody bag that features a bandanna for collaborating dogs; individuals who convey a meals donation for Long Island Cares’s Baxter’s Pet Pantry, will likely be entered in a raffle.
Cost $20 ages 13 and older. Registration required.
More information 8 a.m. to midday; 625 Belmont Ave., West Babylon; 631-991-8106, licares.org
Oct. 18: Pet parade at Hicks Nurseries
Karen Musgrave, advertising and marketing and e-commerce affiliate at Hicks Nurseries, says the pet parade is a chance for attendees to fulfill different individuals and pets locally. Participating dogs “seem to know this is a special day and enjoy being in their costumes and hanging out with other dogs and their humans,” she provides.
The march travels down a embellished path which results in Otto the Ghost, the middle’s Halloween mascot. Judges will likely be on-hand to judge which costumes will win prizes. All pets will get participation ribbons. Attendees are requested to convey pet meals, new toys and different objects to donate to Long Island Cares.
Cost Free
More information 5 p.m.; 100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury; 516-334-0066, hicksnurseries.com
Oct. 21: Diego’s Trunk or Treat at Sands Point Preserve
Hosted by the Nassau County SPCA, the occasion celebrates Diego, a goldendoodle who survived abuse and required crucial surgical procedure earlier than being adopted by a foster household final March. A gaggle of pet-related distributors will likely be on-hand with embellished autos with free treats and toys for pups. Games and actions for pets can even be occurring, together with a fancy dress contest and a canine pie-eating contest plus prizes and raffles.
Cost $25 per household, money solely
More information 11 a.m. to three p.m.; 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point; 516-576-2921, nassaucountyspca.org
Oct. 21: Howl-O-Ween on the Michael J. Tully Park
This festive gathering will embody dwell music, crafts, giveaways and a contest with prizes given for high canine costumes and finest human/canine duo costumes. All dogs in attendance have to be leashed.
Cost Free
More information 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 1801 Evergreen Ave., New Hyde Park; 516-869-6311, northhempsteadny.gov
Oct. 22: Dog Days at Suffolk County Farm and Education Center
Returning for a second 12 months, this occasion is the one time dogs are allowed to go to the farm. Featuring a corn maze, wagon rides and different farm-related actions, there can even be canine rescues to fulfill plus “dog sports” (exams of agility, their senses, play time), pumpkin selecting and a fancy dress contest.
Cost $15 per person. Each visiting canine will obtain a complimentary bandanna; dogs have to be leashed and updated on their rabies vaccination, with proof required at entrance.
More information 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank; 631-852-4600, ccesuffolk.org
Oct. 22: Barkin’ Brunch at The Refuge’s Howl ‘O’ Ween Party
People pose with their dogs whereas attending “Barkin’ Brunch,” a seasonal Sunday noon meal held at The Refuge restaurant in Melville.
Credit: Jessica Lantier
This restaurant will host its final Sunday Barkin’ Brunch of the season with a Halloween celebration. Dogs could dine, dress-up and walk in a fancy dress parade. “Best canine,” “best owner/pet pair” and “finest group” costumes will likely be chosen; fall-inspired brunch cocktails will likely be available for buy.
Cost Free; reservations really useful
More information 11 a.m. to three p.m.; 515 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, 631-577-4444, refuge110.com
Oct. 28: Canines in costume at LongHome Reserve
In affiliation with Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF), dogs are invited to go to this 16-acre house that includes gardens, sculptures and different artwork. Pooches may additionally arrive in festive apparel to discover the reserve with their people.
Cost $25 for members, $35; register upfront
More information 10 to 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. to midday; 133 Hands Creek Rd., East Hampton; 631-329-3568, longhouse.org
Oct. 28: DogFest
Tekila Abon is dressed for DogFest on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 in Massapequa Park. Credit: Howard Schnapp
This annual occasion is open to each pet and repair dogs for a day of play and socialization that additionally features a silent public sale, dwell audio system and a doggy dress-up parade with prizes for top-judged costumes.
Cost Free; All dogs have to be leashed and updated on vaccinations; puppies have to be at the very least 6 months old and be totally vaccinated
More information 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 451 Unqua Rd., Massapequa Park; 631-561-0200, canine.org
Oct. 28-29: Dog-friendly weekend at Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens’ fall “Dog Days” invitations you to convey your leashed canine for a walk round designated backyard areas wearing a Halloween costume.
Credit: Vincent Kish
This property’s landscaped gardens and arboreal areas are often off-limits to any dogs. During this two-day occasion, leashed dogs are welcome to wander designated areas. Humans are additionally invited to enter their dogs within the protect’s fall canine parade and costume contest, and three p.m. procession the place pet dad and mom are inspired to decorate up their dogs and march. Judges will assessment the costumes and award prizes to the winners.
Cost $15, $8 ages 7 to 17, consists of parade participation. Tickets have to be bought upfront
More information 10 a.m. to six p.m.; 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury; 516-333-0048, oldwestburygardens.org
Nov. 5: LI-DOG’s Howl-o-Ween Pawty on the Pine Grove Inn
Dogs will arrive in costume after which play a recreation of “musical sit” earlier than collaborating within the Howl-o-ween costume parade. First, second and third place prizes will likely be awarded in classes of “best dog/parent costume” and “best stand-alone dog costume.” An agility course can even be available to attempt for a further $5 money payment. A Halloween-themed picture sales space and paw-print sales space will likely be on-hand. Baskets of dog-friendly objects will likely be raffled off. Food and Halloween-themed drinks will likely be available for buy for people and meals for dogs can even be on the menu.
Cost $15 upfront, $20 on the door
More information 11:30 a.m. to three:30 p.m.; 1 First St., E. Patchogue; lidog.org
