Title: Sniffscape Takeover
Date: Sunday April 14, 2024
Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm* see details below
Locations:
Pack walk: Clocktower of the Old City Hall Building, Kitchener, ON N2G 1J2 (map) *joining the walk is optional*
Sniffscape: 20 Ottawa Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, N2H 0A4 (map)
Cost: $30.51 (you can add additional dogs to your booking for a reduced price- more info on the link below)
Booking: Follow this link to book your spot! Save Our Scruff x Sniffscape

We have your Sunday planned- Save Our Scruff and Dog Friendly KW have teamed up to create the perfect day for you and your scruff!

What is Sniffscape? Sniffscape will take you through a collection of 10+ themed rooms. Each room offers a different opportunity for education, enrichment, mental and/or physical stimulation (and of course, loads of cute photo opportunities). All rooms have a sign which will outline the features of the room, the objectives and how you can get the most out of the experience with your pup.

50% of the proceeds from your Sniffscape experience will be donated to SOS, and we will also be selling a limited selection of merchandise on-site.

First, join us for an optional pack walk from 10:00 - 11:00am @ the Victoria Park Clocktower in Kitchener. The walk is free to join.

After the pack walk (while waiting for your Sniffscape time slot), check out some of the bakeries & breweries recommended by our friends at Dog Friendly KW.

Your Sniffscape time slot will be a 1-hr experience between the times of 2:00 - 5:00pm. Your first dog & up to 4 people are included in the price, and additional dogs may be added to your time slot for a reduced rate.

Check out this page for more information on Sniffscape and Dog Friendly KW's recommended list of dog-friendly hot spots and this page for parking locations for the pack walk.

Book your Sniffscape time slot now, before they sell out!

Title: April Adoption Event
Date: Saturday, April 13
Time: 11am - 1:00pm
Location: Pet Valu Upper James, 1550 Upper James St, Hamilton, ON L9B 2L6 (map)

Join us for our April adoption event at Pet Valu Upper James!

Adoptables Fiji, Flynn, Pepo, Santana, Lolita and Pulgarcito will be there! You can check out their profiles here: https://www.saveourscruff.org/available-dogs in advance. 

Are you unable to adopt right now, but still want to support SOS? Come by to say hi, check out our merch, and give your dog a bath at the self-serve bathing station for $15. All proceeds from the baths will go to SOS during the event.

Title: Sweat for Pets
Date: Sunday April 7, 2024
Time: 11:45am - 12:30pm
Location: F45 Liberty Village, 171 East Liberty Street, Unit #124, Toronto, ON, M6K 3P6
Cost: $25

Save Our Scruff and F45 Liberty Village have partnered up to create a new fundraising event (emphasis on the fun)! Join us for the Pegasus program, where F45's trainers will take you through a full body-strength workout, consisting of resistance and bodyweight exercises.

You may even get to meet a Scruff or two!

Fill out this google form: Sweat for Pets to reserve your spot. You will then receive a link to complete your purchase. All proceeds towards Save Our Scruff.

Make sure to sign up while there's still space!

Title: March Adoption Event
Date: Saturday, March 23
Time: 11am - 1:30pm
Location: Left Field Brewery, 36 Wagstaff Dr, Toronto, ON M4L 3W9

Join us for our March adoption event at Left Field Brewery, in collaboration with Left Field and Dipped Donuts. We'll have several adoptable dogs there!

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Pop Up with No Sleep Tattoo
Instagram: @no_sleep_tattoo
Date: Sat Feb 3
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Toronto
Cost: $100-$250
Booking: Contact artist to book

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Popup with Oddly Here Tattoo
Instagram: @oddlyheretattoo
Date: Sat Feb 3
Time: 11am - 5pm
Location: Orangeville
Cost: $150-$250
Booking: Contact studio to book

Title: Valentine's Photos at Recess Photo Studio
Date: Friday February 2
Time: 2-9pm
Location: 111 King Street East Hamilton, ON L8N 1A9 (map)

Bring your family, friends and/or your pups, and take your own Valentine's Day photos @ Recess Photo Studio.

Book a 15-minute slot for a photoshoot (5-min set-up, 10-min shoot) for $40. All funds raised for each session will go directly to supporting Save Our Scruff's upcoming intake of adoptable dogs from Mexico.

While the proceeds go toward helping dogs, the photoshoots can be anything from a human headshot, to a couple's photo, to a family portrait with your fur babies. Just note that there is a space limit: 2 humans + 2 dogs, or 4 humans max.

The photos will be taken on a pink backdrop -- perfect for creating Valentine's cards or candy-grams! Feel free to bring your own props for the photos. Don't forget to dress for the theme!

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Popup with Silly Goose Studio
Instagram: @sillygoose.tattoo
Date: Sat Jan 27
Time: 11-7pm
Location: Hamilton
Cost: $100-$200
Booking: Contact studio to book

Interested in fostering but want to learn more? Join us Sat Jan 20 from 10-11am to learn more and ask any questions you have.

20 dogs will be arriving Feb 28 & 29th so we will also be meeting those dogs and answering related questions. You can still join if you are unable to help with this particular intake!

Can’t make this one? We also have one on the January 20th!

Register here
Time: 10-11AM
Location: Virtual, Zoom Call
Cost: FREE

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Pop Up with Ta2You Studio 
Instagram: @ta2youtattoostudio
Date: Sun Jan 21
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Niagara Falls
Cost: $100-$250
Booking: Walk-in only

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Pop Up with Bellwoods Tattoo Studio
Instagram: @bellwoodstattoo
Date: Sun Jan 21
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Toronto
Cost: $100-$250
Booking: Contact studio to book

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Pop Up with Fauna Tattoos
Instagram: @fauna_tattoos
Date: Sun Jan 21
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Toronto
Cost: $100-$250
Booking: Contact artist to book

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with some local tattoo studios/artists to create a fundraiser in support of our Spay & Neuter campaign in Mexico. They will be offering special flash sheets, and will also include some classic Save Our Scruff images! Check out their Instagram feeds and contact the studios/artists for more details!

Title: Tattoo Popup with See Ya Studio
Instagram: @seeya.studio Artists: @yoyo.tattoos @chuslap.ink
Date: Sun Jan 21
Time: 12-6pm
Location: Toronto
Cost: $100-$250
Booking: Contact artists to book

Interested in fostering but want to learn more? Join us Sat Jan 20 from 10-11am to learn more and ask any questions you have.

20 dogs will be arriving Feb 28 & 29th so we will also be meeting those dogs and answering related questions. You can still join if you are unable to help with this particular intake!

Can’t make this one? We also have one on the January 27th!

Register here
Time: 10-11AM
Location: Virtual, Zoom Call
Cost: FREE

Title: Connon Market
Date: Saturday December 16
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: 656 Robson Rd, Waterdown, ON L8B 1H1, Canada

Description: 

Join us in supporting 30+ local food makers during Connon Nurseries’ weekly indoor market. We’ll be there on Nov 18th and 25th and Dec 9th and 16th.

Title: Yoga and Puppies
Date: Sunday December 10 2023
Time: 1pm - 2:30pm
Location: Power Yoga Canada, 2202 Industrial Street, Burlington

Description: 

We've partnered up with PYC to offer a yoga class to support SOS ($25 for the class comes to us), and attendees will be joined by PUPPIES!!!

Make sure to sign up while there's still space.

Title: Connon Market
Date: Saturday December 9
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: 656 Robson Rd, Waterdown, ON L8B 1H1, Canada

Description: 

Join us in supporting 30+ local food makers during Connon Nurseries’ weekly indoor market. We’ll be there on Nov 18th and 25th and Dec 9th and 16th.

Title: Black Lab Holiday Market
Date: Sunday December 3 2023
Time: 12pm-4pm
Location: 818 Eastern Ave, Toronto

Description: 

We'll be selling merch at Black Lab's holiday market, where many other local vendors will be selling items perfect for the gift-giving season!

Whether it’s shopping for yourself or for a loved one, you’ll want to make sure you make it to this one.

Title: Pet Lovers' Market - Holiday Market
Date: Saturday December 2 2023
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: Ancaster Fairgrounds, Concession Building, 630 Trinity Rd. S, Jerseyville, ON

Description: 

We’re excited to be at the Pet Lovers’ Holiday Market on the 2nd December.
Details:
$5 Cash Admission

12 and under Free

ONE WELL BEHAVED PET PER ADULT WELCOME!

Title: Giving Tuesday 2023
Date: Tuesday November 28th

Description: 

Giving Tuesday is a day dedicated to doing good. It is a global movement with hundreds of millions of participants across the world. What began in the United States in 2012 now spans more than 80 countries. Though generosity is a movement we can embrace every single day, Giving Tuesday comes around once a year on the final Tuesday in November. This year, that’s Nov. 28, 2023. Anyone can take part in Giving Tuesday.

Save Our Scruff is a registered charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. We believe that every dog deserves a chance at happiness, love, and safety – no matter their breed, size or age. Through generous donations like yours, we are able to continue our mission of giving every dog a second chance at life. Every dollar you donate directly impacts the lives of the dogs in our care. 

We’re encouraging donations all month long! Give prior to November 27th and be entered into a draw to win an exciting scruff themed prize pack!

Title: Photos with Santa at Black Lab Brewing Inc.
Date: Sunday November 26
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Location: 818 Eastern Ave, Toronto, ON M4L 1A1, Canada

Description: 

Santa is going to be at Black Lab on November 26, and he's ready to take holiday photos with you and your pup!

Pop by for your photos, shop through Black Lab's and our merch, and have a drink or two.

Cost: $25 donation to Save Our Scruff

Photos will be taken on a first come, first served basis. You'll receive 2-3 of your best shots within a week of the photoshoot.

Title: Santa Photos @ Grain & Grit's Holiday Market
Date: Sunday November 26
Time: 12pm - 5pm
Location: 11 Ewen Rd. Hamilton, ON, L8S 3C3

Description: 

Save Our Scruff has partnered up with @fetchingstudios to host Santa photos at Grain & Grit's Christmas Market! Bring your pet to meet Santa, and make sure they're still on his nice list 🐕

First come, first serve- registration and payment at check-in. You will receive your 1-2 best photos within a week of the event.

Note: This event isn't limited just to dogs- your other pets are welcome too.

Title: Connon Market
Date: Saturday November 25
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: 656 Robson Rd, Waterdown, ON L8B 1H1, Canada

Description: 

Join us in supporting 30+ local food makers during Connon Nurseries’ weekly indoor market. We’ll be there on Nov 18th and 25th and Dec 9th and 16th.

Title: Save Our Scruff Holiday Pawty 2023
Date: Thursday November 23rd
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Location: Bangarang Bar, 552 College Street Toronto, ON M6G 1B1 Canada

Description: 

It's the most wonderful time of the year again, so let's get the pawty started! SOS wouldn't be what it is without you, and we have a lot of successes to celebrate this year.

What can you expect at this year's holiday pawty?

• Pizza (vegan and veggie options available) provided by Panago

• A drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) ticket

• Access to a silent auction and SOS merch (holiday shopping, anyone?)

• A chance to mingle with other dog-loving folks, including, of course, many SOS team members

Whether you've volunteered, fostered, adopted, donated, listened to or taken our advice, attended an event, or even just advocated for your pup, you're what makes this organization special. This is why we want to celebrate with you.

Can't make it but still want to help out? You can donate here and check out volunteer opportunities here.

Note:

• This is a human-only event; please leave your scruffs at home or with the sitter! We have lots of dog-friendly events. For those, keep an eye on our website or Facebook account.

• This is a 19+ event.

A massive thanks to Bangarang for generously hosting our holiday pawty again this year. ❤️

Title: Ruff Truths Unleashed - Dog Training & Financial Tools
Date: Sunday November 19
Time: 12pm - 6pm
Location: 333 Denison Street #Unit 1 Markham

Description: 

SSH Canine Academy & The Fēmina Empire has teamed up to bring to their community a full-out education seminar, for the love of dogs & financial literacy.

Join us for an exciting event that combines two of life's important aspects: dog training and financial tools! Ruff Truths Unleashed is a one-of-a-kind gathering where you can learn valuable skills for both your furry friend and your financial future. A mini-market will be available.

Proceeds from this event will be supporting us.

Title: Connon Market
Date: Saturday November 18
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: 656 Robson Rd, Waterdown, ON L8B 1H1, Canada

Description: 

Join us in supporting 30+ local food makers during Connon Nurseries’ weekly indoor market. We’ll be there on Nov 18th and 25th and Dec 9th and 16th.

Title: Holiday Photos at Recess Photo Studio
Date: Friday November 10th
Time: 3pm - 8pm
Location: Recess Photo Studio, 111 King Street East Hamilton, ON L8N 1A9 Canada

Description: 

Come get your holiday photos taken at Recess Photo Studio!*

Book a 15-minute slot for a photoshoot (5-min set-up, 10-min shoot) for $35. The funds raised for each session will go directly to Save Our Scruff Rehome & Rescue.

While the proceeds go toward helping dogs, shoots can be anything from a human headshot, to a couple's photo, to a family portrait with your fur babies. Just note that there is a space limit: 2 humans + 2 dogs, or 4 humans max.

The photos will be taken on a pine green backdrop -- very holiday-y! Feel free to bring your own props for the photos. Don't forget to wear your ugliest holiday sweater or your Sunday best (or both)!

*A link to your shots will be provided the same day, and you will have 30 days to download your photos.

Title: Howl'oween At The Bentway
Date: Saturday October 28
Time: 12 - 4pm
Location: The Bentway at Strachan Gate, Fort York Blvd

Description: 

Join us at autumn’s most adorable paw-rty, Howl’oween hosted by The Bentway.

The Bentway once again invites all pup-kins and their families to participate in a fun, festive, dog-focused day! Take part in the Costumed Pup Parade and contest, complete with celebrity judges (look out for your favourite Drag Pug, Miss Pickles!). Comedian and TV personality Spencer Litzinger is the host for the day. There will also be themed music, a gourd-geous photo station, cozy drinks, and bark-tacular local vendors. 

Title: Puppy Love Speed Dating (30-40)
Date: Wednesday, October 25
Time: 7 - 9pm
Location: Steel Town Cider, 150 Chatham Street #Unit 14 Hamilton, ON L8P 2B6 Canada

Description: 

Happy Hour presents Puppy Love Speed Dating @ Steel Town Cider Co.

This event is extra special because it celebrates our love for pups & supports Save our Scruff Rescue!

$15.00 per ticket will go directly to our rescue efforts.

Happy Hour events are perfect if you are sick of the apps and want to start meeting new people in real life! Meet fellow individuals with a love for pups, & enjoy an evening of connecting with new people!

This round will be for Ages 30-40

*Each ticket includes one complimentary drink, Non-alcoholic beverages available*

Event length is 60-90 minutes. You meet several participants at each station in 5 minute intervals. After the event is completed you will fill out a form indicating if you would like to contact an individual after the event. If it’s a match, we will send you your results within 24 hours!