Upcoming Events

BARK CELEBRATION - Friday, November 13, 2026

Join us for Therapy Dogs United's 2026 Bark Celebration - held at our NEW venue - Erie Yacht Club!

Tonight we celebrate "all things dog!" and our volunteers ~ plus announce our 2026 Local and National Volunteer of the Year! This fun event features a massive pet and human-friendly gift auction, buffet dinner, plus the unveiling of our 2027 Therapy Dogs United "Top Dogs" Regional and International calendars.

TICKET PRICING:

$60 for Individual Ticket Paid with Check, Cash or Credit Card

$65 for individual Ticket Paid Online (price increase to cover Eventbrite Fees)

$500 for Table Sponsorship for 8 Guests Paid with Check, Cash or Credit Card

$525 for Table Sponsorship for 8 Guests Paid Online (price increase to cover Eventbrite Fees)

BECOME AN EVENT SPONSOR:

MASTIFF LEVEL SPONSORSHIP - $5,000

ROTTWEILER LEVEL SPONSORSHIP - $3,000

BULLDOG LEVEL SPONSORSHIP- $1,000

*Event sponsors will receive a special therapy dog group visit to their business - in addition, they will receive a table of 8 and a sponsor showcase at the Bark Celebration Event. Email TherapyDogsUnited@gmail.com for more information on how to become an event sponsor.

DONATE A BASKET OR GIFT CARD:

We are in need of gift basket donations or gift card donations for our large auction at the Bark Celebration Event. If you would like to donate a basket or an item - please email therapydogsunited@gmail.com or drop off your donation our office on a weekday from 8am-noon at 1932B West 8th Street, Erie.

PURCHASE EVENT TICKETS:

Eventbrite Link to Purchase Online Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994234743802?aff=oddtdtcreator

Checks can be written out to: Therapy Dogs United

Therapy Dogs United

1932B West 8th Street

Erie PA 16505

This event is held at the Erie Yacht Club (The Bayside Ballroom) 1 Ravine Drive in Erie, Pennsylvania from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

This event is for humans only; our canine friends cannot attend.

NOVEMBER 21, 2026

HOLIDAY PET PHOTOS:

It's time to get your holiday pet photos and help out your friends from Therapy Dogs United!  These professional photos will be taken at R. Frank Media Studios, 1940 West 8th Street, Erie PA 16505.  This year's backdrop is very festive and holiday trees will adorn the studio.  Pets and family are welcome.  Photos are on November 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  If you'd like to call ahead to reserve a time, we will do our best to accommodate.  Call (814) 456-3647.

Sitting fee is $30 (donated to TDU) plus the cost of your photographs.  Your photos will make excellent holiday cards!

2027 Date Coming Soon!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Therapy Dogs United! 

This event is held at Altered State Distillery - 1535 West 8th Street, Erie PA 16505.

This event is dog friendly - all well natured dogs on a leash are welcome!

Come celebrate, participate in our large basket raffle auction, pose with your pup in our festive photo booth, purchase food, drinks from Altered State Distillery! All proceeds to benefit Therapy Dogs United.

Stay Tuned for 2027 Event Date!

Benevolent Beers at Erie Ale Works - Benefitting Therapy Dogs United!

Erie Ale Works 416 W 12th Street, Erie PA 16501

This event is dog friendly - all well natured dogs on a leash are welcome!

Come celebrate, participate in our basket raffle auction, purchase drinks from Erie Ale Works! 

Proceeds benefit Therapy Dogs United! 

Thank you to Erie Ale Works for choosing Therapy Dogs United to be a part of the Benevolent Beers initiative. 

Yappy Hour - Stay Tuned for dates.