Pittsburgh Pups – Pittsburgh Pitschman

Do you ever feel the urge to go out and have some fun, but then you look over and see those sad puppy eyes begging you to stay? Happens to me all the time. Luther has excellent sad puppy eyes, and they always make me feel guilty about leaving him behind.

If you’re in the same boat- check out this listing of some summer events that are people and pooch friendly- everyone wins!

Here is some photographic evidence of the cutest pup ready to party…

I’m all dressed up and ready to party, Mom!

Where are we going today?!

I love eating this mulch at Hitchhiker Brewing!

Dog Days of Summer

Where: Apis Mead– Carnegie
When: 11am-11pm
Cost: Free!
If you haven’t jumped on the Mead wagon yet, here is your chance to try this delicious beverage with your furry friend in tow. All proceeds from the day benefit the Humane Animal Rescue. Revival Chili will be out front for some food for you and there will be treats for your pup, too! Live music starts around 8pm.

Puppies and Pounders

Where: Spirit (on the patio) – Lawrenceville
When: July 29 3pm-7pm
Cost: Free!
Once a month, the patio at Spirit is overrun by pups. Bring your pup down for the fun, and enjoy the weather with a PBR + some tunes from a DJ.

Barks N’ Brews

Where: East End Brewing Company– East Liberty
When: July 29 5pm-7pm
Cost: $12
After your done at Puppies and Pounders, head over to East End Brewing Company for this event! There will be a ‘Pooch Smooch’ station (who doesn’t love that?), a treat eating contest, and all kinds of goodies to pets and their parents. Ticket purchases benefit the Humane Animal Rescue.

Pirate Pup Nights

Where: PNC Park – North Shore
When: August 1, 8, 22 and September 5, 19, 26 all at 7:05pm
Cost: $35 (Human and dog ticket combo)
Take your pup to the ballgame! The Dog ticket package includes entrance for one dog and one human with seating in the Miller Lite Rooftop section. Don’t forget to bring your vaccination records to show upon entry! You’ll also be asked to sign a waiver before you enter. After that, just relax and enjoy all the pups and the game! A portion of all tickets sales benefit local shelters.

Shelter Dog Birthday Paw-Ty

Where: Couch Brewery
When: August 2 4pm-7pm
Cost: Free!
Celebrate the pups in your life at this birthday extravaganza! Craft beers for you, treats for the pup- everyone is happy. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Humane Animal Rescue. Stop by to celebrate for a good cause!

The Dog Days are Over!

Where: Humane Animal Rescue (East End Location) – Homewood
When: August 6 11am-3pm
Cost: Free!
Celebrate summer with fun for the whole family (even the furry ones!). There will be music, games, vendors, and more. During the event, you’ll also receive 10% off any purchases in their Rescue Re-Tail store!

4k 4 Paws

Where: North Park– Allison Park
When: August 13 10am-2pm
Cost: $30 + (Depending on number of “paws”)
Get some exercise in at this inaugural race event benefitting Animal Friends and Bow Wow Buddies. Race starts at the North Park Boathouse and will end at the off lease dog park. Stick around for food, beer, and plenty of vendors selling treats and gear for your buddy!

Family Feast for Fido

Where: Wigle Whiskey Barrelhouse & Whiskey Garden– North Side
When: August 27 6pm-8pm
Cost: $25
BBQ, games, and drinks for a good cause? Count me and the pup in. Head to Wigle for a BBQ picnic benefiting Animal Friends 43 Friends program. You can even order a whole meal to have at home for after the party, too! There will be games, vendors, and much more!

As any dog owner knows, there are also those times when you or the pups just want a break- no fear, we’ll be back with our regular event postings next week! Keep an eye out in September for a Fall version of pup friendly events!

And now some evidence of Luther wanting to do absolutely nothing…