Galliford's Gives Back - Dog Adoption Event

Name: Galliford's Gives Back - Dog Adoption Event
Start: 2026-04-18T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-04-18T15:00:00-04:00
Location: 5 Southwick St, Mendon, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01756

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

5 Southwick St, Mendon, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01756 | Mendon, MA

Located at the Tented Events Pavilion at Southwick’s Zoo and Galliford’s Restaurant & Tavern.
Join us on Saturday, April 18 (Rain Date: Sunday, April 19) for the 4th Annual Dog Adoption Event and Vendor Market, a heartwarming community celebration and part of Galliford’s Gives Back. This special event brings together local rescues, pet-friendly vendors, live entertainment, and animal lovers for an afternoon filled with fun, and maybe even a brand-new best friend.
Whether you're actively looking to adopt or simply want to spend the day surrounded by wagging tails and great company, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Meet Adoptable Dogs
Local rescues and shelters will be onsite with adoptable dogs available for meet-and-greets throughout the day. Learn about each organization’s mission, connect with foster teams, and spend time getting to know incredible dogs looking for loving homes.
Your new best friend might be waiting for you.
Confirmed Rescues as of 04/06:
- Blackstone Regional Animal Shelter
- Shultz’s Guest House
- From Alone to Home Rescue
- Collie Rescue League of New England and New York
- Paw-Affection Dachshund Rescue
- Second Chance Animal Services
- Webster Animal Control
- Safe With Us Animal Rescue
- PAWS New England
Shop and Browse Vendors
Browse a curated selection of vendors offering treats, accessories, services, and more. From specialty pet products to local gems, there’s something for everyone to discover.
Confirmed Vendors as of 04/06:
- Missing Dogs Massachusetts
- Custom Home Realty C21
- A&S Petcare
- Barkley's Biscuit Co.
- Flock & Flourish
- Greyson Foster Fund
- Creative Employment Opportunities
- Ahearn Design
- DLS Ceramics on the Go
- Kenny's Canine LLC
- The Man Place Farm & Pet Supplies LLC
- L&B's Sweets n Treats
- 3D Primetime Printing
Shawna the Groomer, of Lux Fur Mobile will also be providing complimentary nail trims for all dogs currently in foster or shelter care, 50% of proceeds of all other services offered at the event will be donated to a rescue in attendance!
Live Music & Festive Atmosphere
Enjoy live music by our gracious sponsor, Jon Paul Royer, from 10 AM – 3 PM, creating the perfect backdrop for a lively and welcoming community gathering. Thank you to Jon Paul for sponsoring this event!
Food & Beverage Offerings
- Coffee Safari by Wild Events
- Cash Bar by Wild Events
- Concessions by Wild Events
- Complimentary Beverage Tasting sponsored by Southern Glazer's Beverage Company
Grab a drink, enjoy a snack, and spend the day soaking in the atmosphere while supporting local rescues and small businesses.
Giving Back to the Community
As part of the Galliford’s Gives Back series, this annual event celebrates the organizations and volunteers dedicated to animal welfare. It’s a day designed to bring people together in support of rescue efforts and responsible pet adoption.
Mark your calendar and join us for a day filled with community spirit, local vendors, live music, and plenty of furry friends.
Want to be a part of this special day? Contact Sarah at [email protected] for details.
This description will be regularly updated as more vendors and rescues are confirmed.
(We will not solicit vendors via Facebook comments)