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The West Suburban Humane Society invites you to our 27th Annual Virtual Barkapalooa Pet Expo and Walkathon!

August 1st - September 27th, 2020

There are so many ways to celebrate with us!

• Great prizes based on donation tiers
• Shop online with our vendors
• Live pet blessing with Deacon Greg Ouska
• Fun demos
• Cat and dog enrichment videos
• Rescue group spotlights
• Family fun with our Humane Education team
• MC's by Scott Schneider, co-host of Fox 32 Good Day Chicago
• Ongoing fundraising drive - help us reach our $100,000 goal!

HELP US RAISE MONEY FOR OUR ANIMALS!

LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW YOU CAN COLLECT PLEDGES >> 

Event Schedule

Great Groups!

Look for Facebook posts to learn about these great rescue group and some of the dogs they have available for adoption.

• Perfect Pooch
• Peace for Pits
• Tiny N Tall 

Great Food!

• Oberweis and That Burger Joint
  • Two Great Restaurants; One Great Cause! Dine in or carry out on August 15th.  Mention WSHS and we receive 20% of the proceeds from your purchase. Click here for a flyer.

Great Shopping!

Artistic Grooming

6309 Woodward Avenue in Downers Grove; (630) 971-0143

Stop in for a nail trim during the month of September. Mention Barkapalooza and 100% of the proceeds will be donated back to the shelter.

Pinky's Wickless

Pinky's Wickless offers a variety of candles, wax wamers and essentials oils in a variety of scents. Shop at Pinky's Wickless online Scentsy store during the month of September and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the shelter.

Out U Go - Downers Grove

Out U Go offers dog walking, kitty care, house sitting and vacation care. Sign up for any service in the month of September and $50 will be donated back to the shelter.

C and D Boutique

Comfortable and affordable clothing for every day. Shop the online store during the month of September and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the shelter.

MyAnimalsSpeakcom

 Ever wonder what your pet is thinking? Do you want to communicate with a pet that has passed on? Book a reading with Linda Reynertson during the month of September and a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to the shelter.

Physio Pet Massage

Pets experience the same benefits of massage and exercise as humans. The goal of Physio Pet Massage is to improve animal health through massage ane exercise. Book an appoinment during the month of September and 50% of the proceeds will be donated back to the shelter.

 Kendra Scott Jewelry

Kendra Scott Jewelry is designed to be timeless, being the core pieces in anyone’s collection.  The brand is built around three core values: Family, Fashion and Philanthropy. The Kendra Scott company maintains a focus on its customers and the causes close to their hearts, abiding by the mantra “What Matters to You, Matters to Us.” The Kendra Scott company frequently gives back to many causes – but animal welfare is one they hold close to their hearts. We are excited to partner with Kendra Scott jewelry as part of our Barkapalooza fundraiser. Shop online at kendrascott.com with the promo code GIVEBACK 8453 during Friday, September 18^th and Saturday, September 19^th and WSHS will receive 20% of proceeds.  

Great Prizes!

• Wags to Riches Raffle (winner receives $1,000)

There are two ways to help us reach our $100,000 goal!

• Fundraise with the support of your family, friends and neighbros. Each donation tier you achieve will earn you a prize!
  • Tips for success: set a goal, get creative (sell crafts, art, baked goods, have a neighbrohoold car wash, etc.) and don't forget to say thank you!
• Participate in our virtual walkathon. Registration fee is $20 per family. Each family will receive a Barkapalooza goodie bag.
  • Don't forget to send a picture of your team walking to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Pledge to help the animals! Our goal is for each participant to raise at least $100 in pledges. Please do your part – and qualify for fabulous prizes! Get pledges from neighbors, relatives, friends and co-workers. Ask your employer about matching gifts or sponsoring your participation! Click Here for our event brochure and pledge sheet. Your pledges will help us provide the following to the animals in our care:

$50 - $99 in pledges
provides shelter care for a dog or cat for one week

$100 - $299 in pledges
provides vaccinations for 60-100 animals

$300 - $499 in pledges
provides ear mite treatment for 70-140 cats

$1,000 - $2,499 in pledges
provides spaying or neutering for 40-100 animals

$2,500 in pledges
provides 100 bags of dog food

The more you collect, the Bigger your prize!

Our goal is for each participant to raise $100 in collected pledges. Your $20 registration fee gets you a Doggie Goodie Bag.

Top Pledge Collectors Win!

• $500 in CASH for Top Pledge Collector
• Great Prizes for Second and Third Place Winners
• To be eligible for prizes, all pledges are due on or before event date.

Collecting Pledges Online

This year, you can create your own Barkapalooza fundraising web page. Just Click Here to register for the event and create your page in just minutes! When you set up your web page, you will be entered into our Raffle drawing.  For every $100 of donations received, another entry for you is placed in the drawing.

Matching Gifts

Don’t forget to check to see if your employer and your sponsors’ employers offer a matching gift program. All matching gifts will be used towards your grand pledge total.

Sponsorship

If you are unable to participate in the walk, but still wish to help homeless pets, you may sponsor a West Suburban Humane Society animal. Just complete the pledge sheet and send it along with your donation to:

WSHS
1901 W. Ogden Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Vendor Information

For information about vendor opportunities, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.at 630-960-9601

Bid to Support the Animals

December 4 through December 15, 2019

Get great gifts that give back! A weekend getaway in Lake Geneva, designer handbags, a private tour of our new Adoption Center, Pick of the Litter (name a litter of puppies or kittens), Blackhawk tickets, family outings all over the Chicago area – all great presents for others or yourself! Every dollar raised goes to help the West Suburban Humane Society provide medical care for homeless dogs and cats. From puppies who need heart surgery to kittens with broken legs, every animals deserves a chance at a loving, forever home.

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Giving Tuesday

Please join us in celebrating Giving Tuesday by making a donation to help the homeless animals in our care. Giving Tuesday encourages people to do good. It has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. 

This year we are raising money to support West Suburban Humane Society’s core mission; finding safe, compatible and permanent homes for adoptable dogs and cats. Since the beginning, our passion has always been connecting people and animals and changing lives along the way. 

As many of you know, we are just months away from opening the doors to our brand new adoption center. Along with many improved spaces, one of our favorite features will be private indoor and outdoor areas where individuals can get to know and bond with the animals they may soon call family. This is something we have never been able to give potential adopters and believe it can make a big impact on the adoption process. 

Although our look might be changing soon, our mission remains as strong as ever and we need your help. This year for #GivingTuesday, consider donating to West Suburban Humane Society to help us keep bringing families together and changing lives. 

 On behalf of our furry friends, thank you!

Even during this pandemic, WSHS is caring for an average of 200 animals at any time and continuing to match them with families. We have made it our practice to accept animals with expensive medical needs or ones that need significant time to adjust before being ready for adoption. This comes with extra costs but, with your help, we can continue to ensure that every animal has a chance at a life with a loving family. Will you join us in this effort?

Watch Event Videos

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - Welcome by Scott Schneider then our popular pet blessing!

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WSHS' Virtual Barkapalooza - Week 2 - Fun with Agility!

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - pet cake making demonstration

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - Update from emcee Scott Schneider, then how to enrich your cat's life!

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - Animal Communicator demonstration

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - Urban Agility demonstration

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 - frisbee/disc dog demonstration

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Virtual Barkapalooza 2020 wrap up!