Calling all dog lovers! Gulfport's Get Rescued fair and Humane Society's Mutt Strut

Two upcoming events give Pinellas County dog lovers the chance to put their money where their hearts are — and have a great time doing so.

On February 26, head to Gulfport for the seventh annual Get Rescued event. An all-day fair is followed by a festive, fun evening.

Bring your furry friends along to the free Get Rescued fair, which lines Beach Boulevard in Gulfport from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Rescue organizations will be out in full force, with adoptable pets and all sorts of toys, accessories, and treats for our favorite family members. Enjoy pet-themed booths and activities, music, crafts and snacks. Don’t forget your donation of dog or cat food or kitty litter for the benefit of the dozens of rescue organizations and shelters that participate.

After the four-legged friends have gone to bed, head back to the Gulfport Casino for a fun evening of dancing to live music, free hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Tickets are $20. Drawings throughout the evening, as well as live and silent auctions, offer plenty of chances to support the 12 participating rescue groups and to bid for travel, hotel stays, art, wine and food, pet accessories, restaurant gift certificates and much more.

For information or to participate, contact  [email protected].

If you’re already booked on Feb. 26, hold March 19 open for the 19th annual Humane Society of Pinellas Mutt Strut. Mascot Duncan will lead the mile-long strut at “noon on the nose,” along the Osprey trail, according to the Humane Society. The event runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Honeymoon Island State Park. Enjoy pet-themed booths, vendors, games and contests — and join hundreds of other participants, both human and canine, to raise money for homeless pets. The first 300 walkers who donate at least $25 will receive a Wag Bag of goodies, an event T-shirt and a doggy bandanna. Visit the Humane Society website to register or for more information.

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