442 Sawdust Road, The Woodlands, TX 77380 Phone: (281) 465-1703 Fax: (281) 465-9325 Mon-Sat 10am-7pm
Every second Thursday of the month, Barker Street hosts a social event for dogs and their humans called “Yappy Hour.” The gathering brings together dogs of all breeds in a casual, non-structured setting and raises money for a local or national pet-related charity.
Free dog treats are available as are free people treats for the humans.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for gatherings. Sponsors choose the pet friendly charity which will be the recipient of the funds raised that evening. Contact Barker Street for details.
February marked the return of Houston Collie Rescue and Mary Courtade to Barker Street. On a cold, wet, wintry night, we were warm inside with Collies and Collie supporters. Sponsored by Jeanne Zeto and Mary, the evening raised $1835 and is now in the record books as the highest grossing Yappy Hour to date. Special thanks go out to Tracy Hopkins of Shannon Fine Jewelry in The Woodlands who donated five pairs of pearl earrings for one of the prizes. Also, Darlene Brandon from Chili’s Restaurant graciously donated the people treats.
Since it’s inception in 2008, Yappy Hour at Barker Street has raised over $12,000 for pet-related charities. So many dogs are grateful for your support.
January 2010 Yappy Hour
The first Yappy Hour of 2010 was a great success. Sponsored by Sharlotte Countryman, the event raised $115 for AARF (Adopt A Rescued Friend.)
February 2010 marks the return of Houston Collie Rescue to Yappy
Hour. Look forward to a fun time with great prizes on Thursday, February 11
from 5-7 pm.
Since the inception of Yappy Hour in 2008, Barker Street has helped raise over $10,000 for local pet-related charities thanks to your generosity. So many animals are grateful to you, and so are we!
The December Yappy Hour was a blast! Sponsored by Jen Swenson, the night raised over $850 for English Bulldog Rescue Network.
With amazing prizes and bulldogs all over the place, everybody in attendance had a great time.
The first Yappy Hour of 2010 is Thursday, January 14 which also happens to be National Dress Up Your Pet Day. All proceeds for that event go to AARF (Adopt a Rescued Friend). See you there!
The October Yappy Hour brought out all kinds of dogs, big and small. Benefitting Luck and Legends St. Bernard Rescue, the night was filled with excitement.
Eddie Buitron won the Pooch basket, Christina Stowe won the Treats and Sweets basket, and Dorothy Burton won the amazing Pet Parent basket valued at over $1200! The big winner of the night was St. Bernard Rescue who raised $922 to support their noble cause. Thanks so much to Christine and Francine who worked so hard at putting the event together.
November Yappy Hour (Thursday, November 12) is sponsored by Lori Matthews and benefits Second Chance Pomeranian Rescue. Their amazing EIGHT prizes include a Romantic Night on the Town (valued at $850), Pamper Him ($800), Pamper Her ($800), Pamper Your Dog ($700), a Wacso Custom Painting of Your Pet ($375), a Wine Basket from Vino 100 ($100), a 19” Flat Screen TV/DVD ($295) and a mystery basket. Tickets are only $1.00 and are available at Barker Street or by emailing norma@secondchancepoms.org.
Yappy Hour came back in full force in September with the fabulous Debbie Oliver of Miss Daisy's Dog Camp as sponsor. Her incredible organization and fantastic prizes helped make the evening the highest grossing Yappy Hour ever!
Lori Day won the “Pamper Pooch” basket valued at $660. Ellen Elmer was lucky to win the “Pamper Him” basket valued at $673. Cindy Mulcahy won the coveted “Pamper Her” basket valued at $990. The biggest winner of the night was The Woodlands Dog Park Club which received $1760 in proceeds from the event.
October’s Yappy Hour is sponsored by Luck and Legends St. Bernard Rescue and promises to be a HUGE event!
Please come help make a difference.
May 2009 Yappy Hour
The May Yappy Hour brought about a Golden Opportunity for friends and pets to come together for an evening of fun. Spearheaded by Kera Deaton, the evening raised $800 for Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston. Proceeds will be ear-marked for the veterinary needs of the animals in GRRH’s adoption program. Thank you to the many generous dogs and their folks who came out for the event for free dog treats, free people treats and support of GRRH. The amazing gift basket was won by Jenny MacNeill.
April 2009 Yappy Hour
Our April Yappy Hour featured many special guests. Warren Hanson was on hand to sign copies of his book, Paw Prints in the Stars. This farewell and journal is a fitting tribute for a beloved pet and a perfect gift for a friend who has recently lost a best friend. If you were unable to make Yappy Hour, signed copies of the book are still available at Barker Street .
Sponsored by Mr. Hanson’s publisher, Tristan Publishing, the event raised $350 for Friends of the Montgomery County Animal Shelter. Marcia Piotter and her crew brought some special friends from the shelter and two lucky Yappy Hour guests brought home their new best friends. Cathi Bruhn, an off-site adoption coordinator for the shelter, won the incredible wine and cheese basket.
Next month’s Yappy Hour is May 14 and benefits Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston. Goldens will be available for rescue. Mark your calendar today!
Despite the drizzle, our March Yappy Hour was a smashing success. Sponsored by Kim Nickles and Delilah Hymas, the evening raised $505 for Texas Alaskan Malamute Rescue. Complete with hot dogs and nachos and everything you’d expect courtside, March Malamute Madness brought together friends old and new for a fun night and a good cause. The big winner of the night was mega-Rockets fan, Mary Courtade, who won the Rockets tickets and the rest of the $350 raffle basket.
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