October 22, 2022 is National Make a Dog's Day and we are celebrating in Downtown Rogers!  The Downtown Rogers community is known for their love dogs EVERY DAY, and this is an extra special day to spread information about dogs’ importance in our lives and how much they can improve our days with their love and loyalty. This is also a day to encourage people to adopt from shelters and provide a better life for at least one dog. Humans mean the world to a dog, and it is time we ensure they get everything they deserve.

This Saturday, October 22, there are two opportunities to celebrate with your furry friends in Downtown Rogers. The Barbara Phillips Dog Walk kicks off at 8:30 a.m. near the Frisco caboose at the corner of S. 1^st Street and W. Cherry Street in Downtown Rogers. From noon - 4:00 p.m. City Pump Food Trucks & Libations presents Barktoberfest at 623 W Walnut Street, Rogers Arkansas.

Barbara Phillips Dog Walk in Downtown Rogers, Sponsored by Humane Society for Animals
S 1st Street & W Cherry Street, Rogers, AR (near the caboose)
8:30 a.m. Saturday, October 22
The Humane Society for Animals, Inc would like to invite everyone, especially those who have adopted a pet--from their shelter or any other shelter-- to join them for a short walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, October 22 to honor the life of Barbara Phillips. Participants will gather at the corner of S. 1st Street and W Cherry Street near the Frisco Caboose.  Help celebrate Barbara Phillips's life and her love of all animals.

 Participants who contribute a donation of $10 or more will receive grab bags and a Barbara Phillips Dog Walk T-shirt.
Barbara Phillips was a standout supporter of the Humane Society for Animals and their mission to provide for the welfare of dogs and cats through shelter and adoption services, spaying and neutering, and education.  Phillips first started volunteering at the shelter in 1985 and she worked tirelessly in her efforts to improve the life of every animal she came into contact with. She spent much of her spare time caring for and helping to run the Humane Society.   

For more info visit https://www.facebook.com/HumaneSocietyForAnimalsInc

Barktoberfest: Barks, Brews & Boos, Sponsored by City Pump Food Trucks & Libations
623 W Walnut, Rogers, AR
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday, October 22

City Pump Food Trucks & Libations is hosting their very first Barktoberfest! The community is invited to enjoy a favorite beer with your favorite four-legged pal! The Downtown Rogers Barktoberfest promises to be more fun than you can shake a stick at with Barks, Brews and Boos! You and your fur baby are invited to grab some great eats at the food trucks, enjoy craft and domestic brews and compete in Halloween or Oktoberfest costume contests. Prizes will be awarded for best dressed up dog, and best dressed up partner/dog duo. Octoberfest brews will be flowing from our local breweries, and food trucks will be open. Humane Society for Animals will be on hand with some adorable doggies looking for their forever homes. Tickets are FREE and this event supports the Humane Society for Animals, Inc.
For more info visit https://www.facebook.com/events/510650977199533

Little Free Pet Pantry
Near the Corner of S. 4^th and W. Elm Streets, Rogers, AR

And, whether you have a dog or not, you are welcome to drop off a few cans or bags of pet food or treats at the Little Free Pet Pantry near the corner of S. 4th and W. Elm Streets. This pantry was provided by two members of Girl Scout Troop 5349 and bloomed into a community mission that brings together the scout troop, pet owners and members of the First United Methodist Church. 

Dog Friendly Downtown Rogers
Downtown Rogers knows how important your dogs are to you. There are more than 50 dog friendly businesses in Downtown Rogers and the number continues to grow. Opportunities to conduct your day to day activities with your fur babies in tow include: pet friendly retail shops, patio seating at restaurants, insurance offices and law firms and more. Downtown Rogers has a long-standing reputation of being an open and welcoming community for both you and your 4-legged friends.

For more info visit https://visitrogersarkansas.com/articles/furry-friends-are-welcome-downtown-rogers