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SUMMARY:#GivingTuesday
DESCRIPTION:At Animal Friends\, we go to extraordinary lengths to help people and animals in crisis throughout the Pittsburgh region. Every day\, your support makes it possible to provide affordable\, accessible care and to rescue\, rehabilitate\, and rehome animals who have nowhere else to turn.\nThis #GivingTuesday\, your generosity will make a direct impact in the lives of animals who need us most.\n\nHere’s how your gift can make a difference:$25 provides pet food to a hungry companion animal$50 underwrites the cost of a spay or neuter surgery$100 covers a wellness exam and vaccines$250 admits one animal rescued from abuse or neglect$500 provides lifesaving surgery or medical care\n\nWe stand ready to offer safe\, healthy and responsible solutions for those struggling the most — especially now when the need is so great. And we can’t do it without you.\nGive Early! You don’t have to wait until December 2! If you’d like to make your #GivingTuesday in advance\, you can send your donation by check. Just note that its for #GivingTuesday and we’ll apply it on that day so it counts toward our matching gifts throughout the day — making your impact go even further.\n\nThank you for helping us continue our mission — today and every day — to be a lifesaving resource for every animal friend. https://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organiza…/animal-friends
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/givingtuesday/
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Giving Week 1: Rabbits
DESCRIPTION:Giving Weeks at Animal Friends: A Different Way to Make a Difference \nThis holiday season\, we’re inviting our compassionate community to join us for Giving Weeks—a multi-week celebration of generosity\, where each week highlights a different species or department that plays a vital role in caring for the animals who rely on us from December 3rd to January 2nd. \nEvery week brings a new opportunity to support a specific area of need\, ensuring that every rabbit\, cat\, dog\, and more receives the comfort\, enrichment\, and care they deserve. \nWeekly Giving Focus: \nWeek 1: RabbitsHelp us hop into the season by supporting our smallest (and often most overlooked) furry friends. Donations this week will provide essential supplies like hay\, pellets\, enrichment toys\, and habitat upgrades. \nListed below are a few items that our residents rabbits would enjoy: \nWooden Chewing Treats  \nOxbow Essentials Young Rabbit Food \nOxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food \n Timothy Hay \nAlfalfa Hay \nOrchard Grass Hay \nOnce you have donated\, please fill out this form to enter to win a delicious Sarris Chocolate Basket. One free entry per donor. Runs Dec 3\, 2025 – Jan 3\, 2026. One winner will be pulled on Jan 5\, 2026.
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/giving-week-1-rabbits/
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SUMMARY:Small Dog Social
DESCRIPTION:For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. \n\nJoin 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!   \nWe 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.  \nRequirements: No pre-registration. Bring vaccination records showing up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s protection but not required.  \nTuition: $10 per dog (max $20 per family) per visit – humans are free!  \nSpecial Offer: Buy four socials and get the fifth one free!   \nAny questions\, please contact Donna at AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/small-dog-social-5/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Animal Friends Outreach\, 562 CAMP HORNE RD\, Building 1\, PITTSBURGH\, PA\, 15237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dog Socials
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SUMMARY:On-Site Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:We are hosting an On-Site Vaccine Clinic on Friday\, Dec. 5\, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at our Animal Wellness Center (Building 2). \nPlease note there will be an administration fee of $15 per pet in addition to the cost of the vaccines. \nServices Offered: \nRabies – $20 \nFVRCP – $20 \nFeLV– $20 \nDAPP – $20 \nLepto – $20 \nLyme – $25 \nBordetella – $20 \nNo sign-up necessary. A copy of an up-to-date rabies vaccination must be provided otherwise the Rabies vaccine will need to be administered. Please note that a Rabies tag does not count as proof of vaccination. Questions? Call 412.847.7004
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/on-site-vaccine-clinic-11/
CATEGORIES:Vaccine Clinics
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SUMMARY:Holiday Pet Photos
DESCRIPTION:Bring your furry friends for a festive photoshoot.\n\nOn 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.\n\nPlease 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.\n*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*\nAll proceeds benefit our life-saving mission.\n\nhttps://secure.qgiv.com/…/event/holidaypetphotos2025/\nFor questions about this event\, please contact Kelly King\, Special Events Manager\, at 412-847-7076 or kking@thinkingoutsidethecage.org.
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/holiday-pet-photos/
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SUMMARY:BunRun
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/bunrun/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Animal Friends Classroom\, 562 CAMP HORNE RD\, Building 1\, PITTSBURGH\, PA\, 15237
CATEGORIES:BunRuns
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SUMMARY:Small Dog Social
DESCRIPTION:For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. \n\nJoin 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! \nWe 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. \nPlease 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. \nTuition: $10 per dog (max $20 per family)\, per visit – humans free! \nNOTE: buy four socials\, get the fifth FREE! \nAny questions\, please contact Donna at AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. \nNo advance registration is required to attend dog socials; just come on over! \nPlease 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.
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/small-dog-social-2-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Animal Friends Outreach\, 562 CAMP HORNE RD\, Building 1\, PITTSBURGH\, PA\, 15237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dog Socials
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SUMMARY:Teacup & Friends
DESCRIPTION:For dogs 4 months or older that are both people- and dog-friendly. \nA special time for the tiny dogs and other small dogs who prefer a less active play style. This social is recommended for small shy dogs\, younger pups and senior dogs to mingle with other dogs and people in the Outreach Center.   \nRequirements: No pre-registration. Bring vaccination records showing up-to-date DHPP and rabies. Bordetella is strongly recommended for your dog’s protection but not required.  \nTuition: $10 per dog (max $20 per family) per visit – humans are free!  \nSpecial Offer: Buy four socials and get the fifth one free!  \nAny questions\, please contact Donna at AFU@ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.
URL:https://thinkingoutsidethecage.org/event/teacup-hour-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Animal Friends Outreach\, 562 CAMP HORNE RD\, Building 1\, PITTSBURGH\, PA\, 15237\, United States
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