EVENT DETAILS

• Date: Sunday, November 7th
• Time: 12 - 5:30 PM
• Location: Loft on Lake, 366 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
• Proceeds Benefit: One Tail at a Time

We're thrilled to be back at Loft on Lake. We will be following all COVID-19 safety guidelines for this event, as recommended by the city of Chicago. A big thank you to photographer Megan Holly for joining us again, too!

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS:

• All attendees are required to wear masks at all times inside the building (you'll be able to take them off briefly for your photoshoot). Masks will be worn at all times by RDMOC volunteers and photographers.
• Social distancing will be practiced with markers on the floor in places that are at least 6 feet apart
• Only 3 reservations will be allowed in the building at a time (one being photographed and two in the large waiting area)
• RDMOC volunteers will be cleaning and disinfecting after every photoshoot
• Questions or concerns? Please email us at contact@rdmoc.com​​

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EVENT DETAILS

• Date: Thursday, October 28th
• Time: 5-8 PM
• Location: The Northman Beer & Cider Garden, 233 E. Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601
• Proceeds Benefit: Mutts of the Midway

Halloween is upon us and what better way for us to end the first Riverwalk Yappy Hour season at The Northman than with a Spooktacular dog friendly Halloween Party. 25% of all JuneShine sales will be donated to Mutts of The Midway!

Dress your pup in your cutest or spookiest costume and if you are so inclined humans can dress to distress too!

There will be two costume prizes:

• Best Doggie Costume
• Best Dog & Human Combo Costume

After the Halloween Puppy Parade, guests at The Northman will get to vote for their favorite costumes, fan favorites will win the prizes!

Dates: October 14th Yappy Hour and October 28th Halloween Party
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Location: The Northman Beer & Cider Garden, 233 E. Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

We're thrilled to partner with The Northman this summer for Riverwalk Yappy Hours! Bring your pups down every 2nd and 4th Thursday to The Northman's gorgeous outdoor space on the Riverwalk from 4-7PM. Rotating drink specials, giveaways, sponsors and promotions.

October Yappy Hour Details:

• Benefitting: Mutts of the Midway
• Brewery of the Month: JuneShine
• Join us for our Halloween Party and Costume Content on October 28th! More details here​ ​ 

Our Cruise is Now SOLD OUT! 

EVENT DETAILS

• Date: Sunday, September 12th
• Time: 10:15 AM to 11:45 AM
• Location: 112 E Upper Wacker Dr., Chicago, 60601
• Ticket Link: Adults $30, Kids (12 & Under) $10, Dogs $5

All aboard!!! Calling humans and canines - join us for our RDMOC End of Summer Canine Cruise!
Boat departs at 10:15, we have to be ready to board by 9:45, since we board at 10 am. Please arrive early enough to park if you drove and potty your pups.

It’s a 90 minute cruise around the lake and river. There are human restrooms on board and a doggy restroom, lined with newspaper. There will also be a water bowl on board for them to keep hydrated.

Beverages – including water, soda, wine and beer – are available for purchase on board, as well as a selection of snacks. Please note, no outside alcoholic beverages allowed. Our vessel for the cruise will be the Little Lady and it is a double-decker boat with an open-air upper level and bow, and an enclosed salon with a full bar on the lower level. Please note at this time only credit cards are being accepted!

Cruises happen rain or shine, so there will be no refunds since we will still have booked & paid for your tickets.

** Final Note: Please exercise your pup before the cruise so they are polite with all guests aboard.  We want to be welcomed for future cruises.

Waivers:

• All attendees must sign our COVID-19 waiver
• If this is your first event with RDMOC, please also sign our events waiver​

WHERE IS THE CLOSEST PARKING?
Laz Parking Services Garage, 111 E. Wacker Dr. (Illinois Center)
Information from Mercury's website, please contact them with any parking questions.
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The parking garage entrance is the first driveway east of Michigan Avenue, on the south side of Upper East Wacker Drive. This garage is directly across the street from the stairway to our dock and next door to the Chicago Architecture Center. Avoid the need for validation by making a self-parking reservation online.

• Discount: Receive a discount for up to 4 hours of parking at the LAZ garage at 111 E. Wacker Dr. If you park longer than 4 hours, the discount is no longer valid 

LAZ Discount Rates: 1 – 3 Hours: $14 (with validation); 3 – 4 Hours: $15 (with validation)
After 4 hours, rates revert to: 2 – 12 Hours: $29; 12 – 18 Hours: $35; 18 – 24 Hours: $44

IMPORTANT: You must have your parking ticket stamped at our ticket window or at our onboard bar to receive the discounted rate. Please note: stamped tickets from bar must be further validated at the parking garage office before departing the garage.

ARE THERE LIFE VESTS?
The vessels are fully equipped with life jackets, none are made specifically for dogs. However, our crew conducts regular drills and we are very proud of our perfect safety record. We ask that guests please keep their dogs leashed and although they are not required, guests are more than welcome to bring their own canine life vest.

Hinsdale Humane Society's Pet Walk Festival returns Saturday, June 26th in a new format to provide maximum COVID safety per CDC guidelines and superhuman fun for everyone! Join us for a 1-mile pet walk, superhero sprint, photos, innovative kids’ activities, Therapaws pet therapy team meet & greets, and so much more!

The first wave of attendees joins from 10am-noon and second wave from 12:30pm-2:30pm.
Tickets are $25 for adults, $5 for kids 6-13, and 5 & under are free. Superhero capes are $5 each.
In addition to the Pet Walk, HHS invites kids to participate in the Superhero Sprint! All sprinters can purchase a special HHS cape with additional prizes for winners! The Superhero Sprint will begin at 10:15am and 12:45pm respectively, prior to each wave of the Pet Walk. The sprint will include 3 waves of sprinters based on age groups: 5 and under, 6-9 and 9+. Ready, set, GO!

Attendees will have fun photo opportunities and youth guests will be able to investigate why animals purchased from irresponsible breeders or puppy stores, got so sick, by collaborating with Jr. Board members (dressed as SPCA authorities, shelter workers and pet parents) who will give kids tips and clues. Young guests will learn about the importance of veterinary care, vaccines, spay and neuters and all the work shelters and rescues do to protect pets. Adoptable huggable pet station ($15-$25 stuffed pets) and a craft station will also be part of the fun!
Then join HHS' Therapaws pet therapy teams for a meet and greet where you can ask questions, pick up information about pet therapy and learn more about the work our teams do in the community.
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Pet-related vendors will be on hand providing giveaways and raffles of their own, and guests can enjoy special food vendors as well during their visit. Raffles for special prizes and our split the pot cash raffle, plus tours by staff members will round out a superhuman day of fun!

$40 without a pet-friendly plant (standard ticket with just the event cocktail kit & access to the virtual event)
Virtual access only - $5 - Participation in the Talent Show is not required to attend the event -  we're looking forward to getting the pet parents together!

Sold out/Closed for Submissions: Main event ticket - $40 with a pet-friendly plant (limited to the first 30 who select this option)

​If you have questions or comments about this event, please email: hello@greenpawschicago.com or contact@rdmoc.com​

Date: Saturday, April 24th
Time: 12-5:30PM
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL 60521
Benefiting: Hinsdale Humane Society
Special Thank You: Megan Holly Photography

Select your time slot and how many photos you want by clicking the button below. Two digital downloads are included with your purchase. Up to 4 total photos are available (must be purchased in advance). 

COVID PRECAUTIONS:

• Masks will be worn at all times by RDMOC volunteers, photographer, and attendees while within the shelter
• Sessions are held 1:1 with only 2 sessions per time slot allowed inside of the building (1 being photographed and 1 in the waiting area; please wait outside until notified by staff to come in)
• RDMOC volunteers will be cleaning and disinfecting after every photoshoot, as well as opening and closing the doors to avoid additional contact with surfaces

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If you have questions or concerns about this, please email: contact@rdmoc.com

Real Dog Moms of Chicago is teaming up with Rescueber and Adventure Satos to bring professional Santa snapshots right to your doorstep!

Event Details:

• Purchase your $35 photo session here
• When you check out, choose the 4 hour window that works best for you and submit your home address.
• Prior to the event, you will be notified of a 1 hour window within the timeframe you selected that you can expect Santa to arrive.
• During your session, Santa and a photographer will meet you outside your home (with masks on) for your session and will stay socially distanced the entire time. Expect your session to take about 5-10 minutes.
• You may decide whether your photo is just pets with Santa or pets and humans with Santa. We ask that all humans participating wear masks and maintain social distance until instructed to remove your masks for your photo.
• Each session includes one photo (additional photos can be added on at check out for $5 each, up to 4) that will be emailed to you after the event. Please allow up to 5 days to receive your photo.
• This event will be held rain or shine!

All proceeds benefit Rescueber and Adventure Satos. Please contact Rescueber with questions at mail to:   rescueberchicago@gmail.com