Upcoming events.

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For the latest updates on our events, be sure to follow our Facebook page. Whether you're an animal lover, supporter, or just seeking a heartwarming experience, we have something for everyone.

Join us and be part of a community that shares a deep love for animals. Together, we make tails wag and hearts sing!

Easter Meet & Greet 2026
Mar
21

Easter Meet & Greet 2026

Join us at the Hoof Woof and Meow office on Saturday, March 21st, 2026!

- Selfies with the Easter bunny
- Kids crafts
- Games
- Snacks
- Raffle basket

Our adoptables will also be on site looking for their Forever Family! Please stop by to meet your new best friend.

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Bark-N-Brew BBQ
Jul
12

Bark-N-Brew BBQ

Join us for our 3rd annual BARK-N-BREW BBQ event this Summer at Coach’s Corner in Belvidere! This is a craft fair paired with a fundraiser event. We will have adoptable dogs and puppies on-site, local handmade crafters, music, food and drink specials, basket raffles and 50/50 raffles.

We have an Outdoor beer tent for this parking lot party! We are dog friendly and we will also have a local dog groomer on-site providing discount nail trims. 100% of all the proceeds raised that day from raffles will go directly to the rescue on-site.

Come out and help us support local dogs, crafters and small business while having fun This is a dog friendly event provided your dog is social, dog friendly and well mannered. Leashes required at all times.

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Windy City Bulls Dog Day 2026
Mar
8

Windy City Bulls Dog Day 2026

Bring your Pup to NOW Arena for an evening of Barks and Basketball on March 8th!

https://www.gofevo.com/event/DogDay26

With your purchase, you will choose Hoof Woof and Meow from the drop-down menu so we can receive the donation portion of the Pup Pass.

All Dog Day seating in the 200-Level is general admission.

Human Tickets are $15 and Pup Passes are $15. Each Pup Pass purchased includes a WCB Bandana! You are required to add a pup pass for each dog you are bringing.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PUP PASSES WILL NOT SHOW AS A TICKET IN YOUR ACCOUNT WE WILL HAVE A LIST WHEN YOU ARRIVE.

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Puppy Yoga is Back!
Feb
21

Puppy Yoga is Back!

Mark your calendars: Puppy Yoga is back!


Join us and the Winter Holiday litter for a morning of relaxing, puppy fun! Class size is limited so be sure to secure your spot.

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Valentine's Meet & Greet
Feb
14

Valentine's Meet & Greet

Meet our Adoptables on Saturday, February 14th from 11am-1pm at the Petco in West Dundee!

You just may find your new valentine!

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HWMR Open House!
Jan
29

HWMR Open House!

Welcome to 2026! Are you ready to help make an impact on animals lives this year? Join us for an Open House / Business After Hours at Hoof Woof & Meow Animal Rescue.

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Wreaths Across America
Dec
13

Wreaths Across America

  • Online - wreathsacrossamerica.org/IL0345P (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

HWMAR, in conjunction with True Patriots Care, is asking you to help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths.

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Meet the Adoptables at the West Dundee Heritage Fest
Sep
13
to Sep 14

Meet the Adoptables at the West Dundee Heritage Fest

  • Hoof Woof & Meow Animal Rescue (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

🐾 Meet Our Adoptables at Heritage Fest!


We’re joining the West Dundee Heritage Fest, hosted by the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce!

Stop by our booth Saturday, September 13th (10 AM–6 PM) and Sunday, September 14th (10 AM–5 PM) in Downtown West Dundee. Our adorable adoptables will be ready for snuggles, smiles, and lots of love—come say hi and see who steals your heart!

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Thirsty Thursday
Aug
28

Thirsty Thursday

Hoof Woof and Meow Animal Rescue will be on-site with some AMAZING adoptable animals from 6pm - 8pm.

Thirsty Thursday Street Fest will offer an evening of live music on the 𝐁𝐈𝐆 Stage by the 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘀. Get Ready to Dance & Rock the night away to the hits of the 90s to Now!

Enjoy a diverse selection of food and beverage offerings from several local establishments serving the event.

~ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Admission!!
~ Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
~ 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 and will not be permitted inside the event.
~ 𝗡𝗢 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱.

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Wine Down Wednesday
Aug
13

Wine Down Wednesday

Hoof Woof and Meow Animal Rescue will be on-site with some AMAZING adoptable animals from 6pm to 8pm.

Wine Down Wednesday will offer an evening of live music by 𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗭𝗢𝗡, a horn-infused band playing all your favorite Funk, Soul and R&B hits of the 70’s & 80’s. Get ready to dance all night long!

Enjoy a diverse selection of food and beverage offerings from several local establishments serving the event. In addition to a variety of wine choices, guests can enjoy beer, seltzers, cocktails, and other premium adult beverages.

~ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Admission!!
~ Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
~ 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 and will not be permitted inside the event.
~ 𝗡𝗢 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱.

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FALL MUMS Fundraiser
Aug
12
to Aug 31

FALL MUMS Fundraiser

  • Hoof Woof & Meow Animal Rescue (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Mums for Mutts and Meows Fundraiser

Cozy Up to Fall with Mums & Help Rescue Animals!

Nothing says autumn like the rich, warm colors of beautiful fall mums—except maybe the joy of knowing your purchase is helping animals in need!

This season, Hoof Woof and Meow Animal Rescue is offering big, vibrant mums in gorgeous fall shades. Every plant you take home will brighten your porch or garden and help us provide food, medical care, and loving shelter for rescued pets waiting for their forever homes.

Sturdy, Durable, Long Lasting "BLOOM POWER"
- All Mums Home Grown, by Kolze's
- Several Batches planted for each color, timed for
freshness throughout out the season

Here’s how to join in: https://donorbox.org/events/800469
Order By: August 31, 2025
Pickup Location: 440J Airport Rd. Elgin, IL. 9-13-25 (Time TBA)
Price: $20.00
Colors: Red, Yellow, White, Orange and Purple

When you bring home these cheerful blooms, you’re not just decorating for the season—you’re giving hope to an animal who needs it most.

Let’s make fall beautiful—for you and for them. Order your mums today!

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Thirsty Thursday
Jul
24

Thirsty Thursday

Hoof Woof and Meow Animal Rescue will be on-site with some AMAZING adoptable animals from 6pm - 8pm.

Thirsty Thursday Street Fest will offer an evening of live music on the 𝐁𝐈𝐆 Stage by 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗙𝗹𝘆 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. Join us for a music celebration with the incredible tribute band, Sparks Fly - Performing ALL your favorite Taylor hits!

Enjoy a diverse selection of food and beverage offerings from several local establishments serving the event.

~ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Admission!!
~ Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
~ 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 and will not be permitted inside the event.
~ 𝗡𝗢 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱.

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WOOFSTOCK 2025
Jun
29

WOOFSTOCK 2025

Save the Date for the 12th Annual Woofstock event at the East Dundee Depot. Planning has begun and we are always looking to make it bigger and better than the year before. Raffles, vendors, and adoptable animals will be a big part of the day.

Facebook Event Link

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Wine Down wednesday
Jun
11

Wine Down wednesday

Hoof Woof and Meow Animal Rescue will be on-site with some AMAZING adoptable animals from 6pm to 8pm.

Wine Down Wednesday will offer an evening of live music by 𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗭𝗢𝗡, a horn-infused band playing all your favorite Funk, Soul and R&B hits of the 70’s & 80’s. Get ready to dance all night long!

Enjoy a diverse selection of food and beverage offerings from several local establishments serving the event. In addition to a variety of wine choices, guests can enjoy beer, seltzers, cocktails, and other premium adult beverages.

~ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Admission!!
~ Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
~ 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 and will not be permitted inside the event.
~ 𝗡𝗢 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱.

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