Holiday Pet Photos
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Bring your furry friends for a festive photoshoot.

On Saturday, December 6th, Animal Friends will welcome guests and their pets to campus for a festive photoshoot, complete with a cozy winter background and featuring the photography of White Deer Photography. All activities will take place in the Animal Wellness Center, which is Building 2 on our campus.

Please select a half-hour time slot for your session. There will be 8 sessions scheduled for each half-hour time slot. Your single session can include all pets (and humans, if you want!) in your household. Once you have registered for a time slot, you must arrive in that time window. Please come to the AWC Lobby for check-in and a volunteer will help you find your place in line.
*Your purchase includes the photoshoot and a digital download of your photo(s). Final images will be provided by email, so please make sure to register using a valid email address*
All proceeds benefit our life-saving mission.

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For questions about this event, please contact Kelly King, Special Events Manager, at 412-847-7076 or kking@thinkingoutsidethecage.org.

BunRun
2025-12-06 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-12-27 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-01-03 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-01-10 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-01-17 14:30 - 16:00 | Animal Friends Classroom, 562 CAMP HORNE RD, Building 1, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15237
BunRuns are held nearly every Saturday from 2:30-4 p.m. and are a great opportunity to meet the rabbits we have available for adoption. Because the bunnies are free to roam, their personalities really shine! And, our knowledgeable staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. No need to sign up in advanced, simply stop by our Classroom to see our resident rabbits in action!

Small Dog Social
2025-12-07 10:15 - 11:15, 2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-21 10:15 - 11:15 | Animal Friends Outreach, 562 CAMP HORNE RD, Building 1, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15237, United States
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly.

Join other small dogs and their people for an hour of social time. Dog play increases social skills and provides lots of exercise and fun for the small dog crowd!
We define “small” dog as approximately 35 pounds or less. Also, consider your dog’s personality in choosing to attend dog social. Group play can be overwhelming or overstimulating for some dogs.
Please bring vaccination records. We require an up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s best protection, but not required.
Tuition: $10 per dog (max $20 per family), per visit – humans free!
NOTE: buy four socials, get the fifth FREE!
Any questions, please contact Donna at AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.
No advance registration is required to attend dog socials; just come on over!
Please bring vaccination records. We require an up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s best protection, but not required.

Teacup Hour
2025-12-07 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-12-21 11:30 - 12:30 | Animal Friends Outreach, 562 CAMP HORNE RD, Building 1, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15237, United States
For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly.
A special time for the tiny dogs to play and for their people to mingle at our “indoor dog park,” the Outreach Center. This social is also suitable for other small dogs that prefer a less-active play style, for example, shy dogs or senior dogs.
We define “small” dog as approximately 35 pounds or less. Also, consider your dog’s personality in choosing to attend dog social. Group play can be overwhelming or overstimulating for some dogs.
Please bring vaccination records. We require an up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s best protection, but not required.
Tuition: $10 per dog (max $20 per family), per visit – humans free!
NOTE: buy four socials, get the fifth FREE!
Any questions, please contact Donna at AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.
No advance registration is required to attend dog socials; just come on over!
Please bring vaccination records. We require an up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s best protection, but not required.

Pittsburgh Marathon
2026-05-03 | Downtown Pittsburgh
Join the Pittsburgh Marathon 2026 – Run for a Reason! Get ready to be part of something amazing!
The Pittsburgh Marathon is returning on May 3, 2026, and we want YOU to join us for this unforgettable event. Whether you’re running the full marathon, half marathon, relay, or 5K, there’s a race for everyone.
Run with a Purpose!
We’re excited to announce that you can choose Animal Friends as your charity to run for! By selecting Animal Friends, you’re supporting our lifesaving work to improve the lives of animals in our care and community. Your efforts will help provide life-changing care, shelter and a future for pets in need.
How to Sign Up:
1. Register for the Pittsburgh Marathon at www.thepittsburghmarathon.com
2. Choose Animal Friends as your charity of choice when signing up.
3. Start training, fundraise and spread the word about your commitment to helping the animals!
Why Run for Animal Friends? – You’re supporting a local nonprofit dedicated to animal welfare. – You’ll be part of a passionate team with a shared commitment to making a difference. – Every step you take helps fund programs that provide vital services for pets, such as medical care, adoption and community outreach. Let’s make every stride count. Together, we can make a huge impact on the lives of animals in Pittsburgh.
Sign up today, and let’s run with purpose on May 3, 2026!
