September is National Service Dog Month, a time to recognize the incredible impact Service Dogs have on the lives of individuals with disabilities, honor the trainers, donors, and volunteers who support them, and spread awareness about the difference these dogs make every single day.
This month, we’re celebrating alongside our community with events and opportunities to get involved—and we’d love for you to join us!
Join Us at Events Across the Country
Throughout September, our team and volunteers will be hosting events nationwide to share the mission of Service Dogs, connect with our supporters, and celebrate the bond between dogs and their partners. These events are a wonderful chance to meet Service Dogs in training, talk with our staff and volunteers, and learn how you can support our work.
Upcoming Events:
West coast
- Barks & Brews @ Great Notion Brewing – Portland, OR – 9/11
- Happy Tails Festival – Medford, OR – 9/13/25
- Barks & Brews @ Common Block – Medford, OR – 9/18
- PDX Service Animal Familiarization Day – Portland, OR – 9/20
- Barks & Brews @ Barking Dog Ale House – Seattle, WA – 9/20
East coast
- Barks & Brews @ Park-9 Dog Bar – Everett, MA – 9/17
Southeast
- Barks & Brews @ New Realm Brewing Company – Atlanta, GA – 9/27
See the latest event listing and details for each event on our National Service Dog Month page.
Spread Awareness with Us
Even if you can’t attend an event in person, you can still take part in National Service Dog Month! By following us on social media, liking and sharing our posts, and inviting your friends to join the conversation, you’ll help us raise awareness about the vital role Service Dogs play in supporting independence, safety, and confidence.
A simple share can go a long way in helping more people understand the importance of Service Dogs.
Photo Calendar Contest
We’re excited to announce our upcoming 2026 Dogs for Better Lives Calendar Fundraiser, launching this September during National Service Dog Month.
This special fundraiser celebrates the incredible impact of DBL Dogs while raising vital funds for our mission. Highlights include:
- DBL Dogs competing for featured spots in the calendar (including the cover!) through a dollar-per-vote-based fundraiser.
- Any dog can be celebrated with a day-block photo for just $10.
- Calendar preorders open in September ($25 + shipping), with delivery in December.
Visit our calendar fundraiser here.
Thank You for Celebrating with Us
National Service Dog Month is all about celebrating the life-changing partnerships between Service Dogs and the people who need them most. We hope you’ll join us at an event near you, help spread the word online, and take part in our calendar contest.
Together, we can make this September a month full of awareness, community, and celebration.
