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Thanksgiving is two weeks out, and the city is already warming up for it.
Halloween is behind us, and holiday events are starting to show up on the calendar.
To get social, Must Love Dogs and Comedy brings stand-up to Boris & Horton on Friday, and the Woofstock Multi-Rescue Adoption Event brings three rescues to Prospect Park on Saturday.
Sunday is your dog's Thanksgiving kickoff: a Thanksgiving Pack Walk in Forest Park with a mini pumpkin pie for every dog, then Pupsgiving at Boris & Horton, where your dog gets a holiday meal of their own.
Walking off the stuffing starts early too. Sunday also has Dog Friendly Yoga, the Dog Jog with Fabletics, and A Girls Walk with Village Tails.
And the shopping has begun: the ROAMSTROLL Pop Up for Pups at Boris & Horton and a Holiday Market at Barrow's Intense, both on Saturday.
Stuffing, a long walk, or a head start on gifts: this week has you covered.
Wednesday November 11th
Wellness Wednesday: The Dogist Company × Barkhouse @ Barkhouse, on Wed, 11 Nov, 17:00–19:00
The Dogist Company takes over Barkhouse in Chelsea for an evening of dog and human wellness, with pet photos and samples of its Vitality daily chew. The invite says your plus-one should have paws, so your dog gets a photo moment and a taste test of their own.
Domino Park Trivia @ Other Half Brewing, on Wed, 11 Nov, 19:00–20:00
Other Half's Domino Park taproom runs its weekly Wednesday trivia hour right on the Williamsburg waterfront. It's a short, easygoing hour, so your dog can settle in beside you while your team chases the top spot.
Karaoke Cocktail Club @ Barrow's Intense, on Wed, 11 Nov, 19:00–22:00
Barrow's Intense turns its Industry City tasting room into a weekly karaoke night, with seasonal cocktails and a fire pit to gather around. Your dog is part of the crowd here, and the best hype squad you could ask for when you step up for your song.
Thursday November 12th
Yappy Hour @ Tally Ho, on Thu, 12 Nov, 16:00–close
Tally Ho's Thursday Yappy Hour runs all night on Washington Street in Hoboken, with $5 Surfsides, Coronas and mixed drinks plus a half-off buffalo chicken wrap. The night is built around dogs and their people, so your dog walks in like one of the regulars.
Dog Friendly Trivia @ Boris & Horton, on Thu, 12 Nov, 18:30–19:30
Boris & Horton's weekly trivia is free to play, with a $5 entrance on the dog side and a $25 bar tab for the winning team. Your dog is on the team at NYC's original dog café, and a room full of dogs keeps the competition friendly.
Puppy Party @ JustFoodForDogs, on Thu, 12 Nov, 18:30–19:30
A trainer leads a free weekly puppy play session at JustFoodForDogs on the Upper West Side, in a sanitized space set up for the youngest pups. It's a controlled environment for building confidence, so your puppy starts meeting the world before they're ready for the dog run.
Friday November 13th
Must Love Dogs and Comedy @ Boris & Horton, on Fri, 13 Nov, 19:00–21:00
Boris & Horton's monthly stand-up night brings comics to the East Village dog café, and every $20 ticket includes a donation to PAWS NY. Your dog gets the seat beside you, and in a room full of dog people they're the easiest way to start talking after the show.
Sip and Paint a Pet Portrait @ Barking Dog, on Fri, 13 Nov, 17:30–19:30
Artist Michele Cahill sketches your dog ahead of time from a photo you email her, then guides you through painting the portrait in watercolor at Barking Dog on the Upper East Side. Your dog poses as the live model beside your easel, and you head home with a portrait of the face you love most.
Furry Fridays @ AKC Museum of the Dog, on Fri, 13 Nov, 11:00–18:00
Every Friday the AKC Museum of the Dog in Murray Hill opens its galleries to visitors and their dogs, with time slots reserved in advance. Your dog tours the collection at your side, in a museum built entirely around them.
RWBY Night @ Barrow's Intense, on Fri, 13 Nov, 19:00–23:00
Barrow's Intense screens RWBY Volume 1 in its Industry City tasting room, with themed cocktails and cosplay welcome. Your dog is part of the watch party, settled in beside you for a night of anime with a room of fellow fans.
Saturday November 14th
Woofstock Multi-Rescue Adoption Event @ Prospect Park, on Sat, 14 Nov, 13:00–16:00
Badass Animal Rescue, Korean K9 Rescue and Hearts & Bones bring adoptable dogs to Bartel-Pritchard Square, with Badass featuring its seniors for Senior Dog Month. Your dog is welcome to come say hi, and might just help you pick out a new sibling.
ROAMSTROLL "Pop Up for Pups" @ Boris & Horton, on Sat, 14 Nov, 10:00–20:00
ROAMSTROLL sets up a one-day shop at Boris & Horton with harnesses, collars, leashes and holiday gear, plus a DIY bandana patch bar. Your dog gets a custom bandana made on the spot, and every guest on the dog side goes home with a free gift.
Holiday Market @ Barrow's Intense, on Sat, 14 Nov, 12:00–18:00
Local vendors fill Barrow's Intense tasting room in Industry City with gifts and handmade goods for an early start on holiday shopping. Your dog shops the stalls with you, so you can pick up their gift while they're right there to approve it.
Paint With Pups @ Le Doggie Cool, on Sat, 14 Nov, 13:00–15:00
Le Doggie Cool hosts a two-hour painting session at its Williamsburg dog café, where you paint dogs with real ones hanging out around you. It's a social setting where dogs are part of the mix, so every brushstroke has a live muse close by.
Sunday November 15th
Thanksgiving Pack Walk @ Forest Park, on Sun, 15 Nov, 10:00
PuppaPaws leads a free Thanksgiving training pack walk through Forest Park in Queens, meeting by the dog run. Every dog gets a mini pumpkin pie, so dress your dog in their fall best for the photos.
Dog Jog with Fabletics @ Fabletics Flatiron, on Sun, 15 Nov, 09:00–11:00
Fabletics hosts an all-paces jog or walk from its Flatiron store, with 30% off in-store while the event runs. Your dog sets the pace beside you and comes home with a goodie bag of their own, from a bowl and bandana to snacks.
Dog Friendly Yoga @ Boris & Horton, on Sun, 15 Nov, 08:30–09:30
Boris & Horton opens Sunday with a gentle, all-levels 45-minute Vinyasa flow, with donations going to Social Tees Animal Rescue. Your dog gets the spot on the mat beside you, a calm start to the day for both of you.
Pupsgiving @ Boris & Horton, on Sun, 15 Nov, 18:30–20:30
Boris & Horton serves a family-style Thanksgiving dinner of turkey or a vegetarian entrée, sides and pie, with $74.99 covering you and your pup. Your dog gets a Thanksgiving meal of their own, so the whole family sits down to dinner together; just note any allergies when you book.
A Girls Walk with Village Tails @ 14th Street Park, on Sun, 15 Nov, 11:00
Girls Who Meet and Village Tails lead a social walk from 14th Street Park along the West Side Highway, with every sign-up raising money for SPCA International. It's made for dog moms looking for new friends, and your dog gets Spot & Tango treats along the way.
Tuesday November 17th
Coles Street Market @ Jersey City, on Tue, 17 Nov, 15:00–19:00
More than 20 vendors, live music and free classes fill Jersey City's weekly Tuesday farmers market. The market asks you not to leave your furry friend at home, so your dog gets an afternoon of fresh smells and new faces while you shop.
Brooklyn Books & Booze @ Barrow's Intense, on Tue, 17 Nov, 19:00–20:00
Barrow's monthly reading series brings emerging and established writers to Industry City to read from their current work, with a cocktail made for this night only. Your dog settles in beside you for an hour of stories, the coziest way to spend a Tuesday together.
A comedy night, a pack walk, a Thanksgiving dinner for your dog, and the first holiday shopping. Your dog has a full week ahead, so get out there and start celebrating.
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