November News at Unleashed the Dog & Cat Store

November's newsletter is coming to you a little early so we can make one last October reminder! Our annual Halloween Paw-ty is THIS SATURDAY, October 31st, from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Bring your pet out for a costume contest, treat buffet, door prizes, photo booth, and more (there will be fun for dogs that like to party and plenty of giveaways that don't require pets to attend too)!

Once the costumes are put away, we will jump straight into preparing for Petsgiving, which will take place at every Unleashed location (some limitations at malls) on November 22nd. We also want to show how thankful we are for you with our Black Friday and Small Business Saturday deals that are currently in the works.

Do you have a dirty dog? Stop by Unleashed of Cary or Unleashed at City Market for a dog wash fundraiser! The rescue group's volunteers will wash your pup for you and get to keep 100% of the donations.

Unleashed at Landfall's next breed meetup is coming up! Pomeranians, Bichons, Maltese... anything small and fluffy!! The small fluffies meetup will be on November 21st from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

We also have a lot of meet and greets to choose from if you're looking for a furry friend for the holidays! Scroll down to see the full list.

Our new website has launched! We are still working out a few quirks, but check it out so far! You can shop online, book the self-serve wash, and more!

Keep an eye out for Angel Trees going up, starting Black Friday! Stop by, choose an ornament, purchase a gift, and leave it under the tree to help make a homeless pet’s holiday a little brighter.

Join us on Saturday, October 31st from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM for a Halloween Paw-ty packed with activities, contests, and plenty of scarily delicious treats.

- Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat buffet where every pet can get a goody bag (even if they aren't at the party).

- Door Prizes (12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM): Just show up to win! Each winner will receive three months of free pet food (you must be present to win, but your pet doesn't have to be)

- Costume Contest (1:00 PM): Bring your pup in their spookiest, silliest, or most creative look for a chance to win an Unleashed gift certificate! $75 for 1st, $50 for 2nd, $25 for 3rd.

- Tricks for Treats (2:00 PM): Show off your pup’s best trick to win a Boo Basket full of goodies (customizable for allergies)!

- Carnival Games throughout the party, including bobbing for treats, puzzle toys, and more.

- Pumpkin Spice Lattes: Grab your pup their own pet-friendly PSL while they party!!

- Spooky Scavenger Hunt: Search the store for special products and be entered to win a $25 Unleashed gift card.

- Halloween Photo Booth to capture the memories.

Special Additions at Some Locations:

- N. Raleigh (Stonehenge): Halloween Photo Fundraiser with Mia's Mafia Rescue from 12-6pm.

- Raleigh (Crabtree Mall): Foster Showcase with Love Mutts Rescue from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

- Wilmington (Landfall): First Mate Rescue Group will be joining from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM with adoptable pups.

- Durham (Parkway Plaza): Independent Animal Rescue will be joining from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM with adoptable cats and dogs.

*This event is going on at all Unleashed locations; however, Crabtree Valley Mall and Streets at Southpoint Mall locations are limited and not allowed to invite pups. Check with your preferred location for details.

Put on your best costume and head over to our Halloween pictures with Mia's Mafia on October 31st from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM! Even little Murderous Mia will be coming out for pictures of her angry little self in one of her favorite outfits.

- $10 per pet

- First come, first serve

Head to the community room in the back to find the spooky photo booth! No sign-up necessary. All kinds of pets are welcome. Kids too!

Need a cat to match costumes with next year? Adopt one from Mia's Mafia! View their adoptable cats here!

Unleashed at Stonehenge

7408 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, NC

Let your pet know how thankful you are for them! Stop by on Saturday, November 22nd from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM for our Petsgiving celebration.

- Petsgiving Smorgasbord: Pet-safe takes on holiday classics, like casseroles, pies, and more.

- Turkey Treat Tally: Guess the amount of turkey treats and win the whole jar.

- Thankful Trees: Add a leaf and share what you and your pet are thankful for. We will post a picture of the completed trees after the event!

- Buy a Chew, Give a Chew: Share the love with friends and enjoy BOGO chews* from our all-natural chew bar!

*We recently got in a lot of really cool new chews, including: freeze-dried whole chicks, whole sardines, turkey heads, cod-wrapped pig ears, and more!

We have two dog washes going on this month!

Join Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love at Unleashed of Cary on November 8th from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM! Visit Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love's website to learn more about their organization. Follow the dog wash fundraiser Facebook event here!

Also stop by Unleashed at City Market on November 21st from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM with NC State's Volunteers Around the World! Learn more about their group on Instagram. Follow the Facebook event, here!

Both groups keep 100% of your donations. No sign-up necessary!

Do you have a pet with chronic health issues, anxiety, stress, or trauma? Victoria Haffer is back again on Saturday, November 21st, from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM for energy healing and emotion clearing session for pets today!

20 minute session - supporting your animal's physical, emotional, and energetic well-being through gentle, non-invasive energy healing and emotion clearing techniques. Walk-ins appointments are available or you can book in advance!

Carolina Animal Network will also be joining with adoptable pets from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM! 100% of the donations for each energy healing session will be donated to the rescue. Thank you so much to Victoria for her generosity!

Email Victoria to make an appointment:

[email protected]

Learn more about Victoria Haffer on her website.

Unleashed at Stonehenge

7408 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, NC

Calling all small, fluffy pups! We're talking Pomeranians, Bichons, Maltese... anything small and fluffy!!

Join us at Unleashed Landfall from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM on October 24th for a "Small Fluffies" tea party meetup you and your pup won’t want to miss. As always, there will be a delicious treat buffet, raffle, and special games - like the tea cup treat search & trick contest!

Enter the raffle for an Unleashed gift certificate! Grab your tickets and join in the fun! 100% of raffle ticket sales go to NC Seaside Animal Rescue.

FREE to attend! Both purebreds and mixes always welcome.

Unleashed at Landfall

1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Suite P. Wilmington, NC

Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies is joining us at Unleashed Stonehenge for beginner-friendly puppy yoga with rescue puppies roaming for cuddles and naps!

Class is from 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM on Sunday, November 29th. Come 5 minutes early to check in and set up your mat.

What to bring: Yoga mat + water, comfy clothes, and a camera-ready smile.

Registration will be available soon! Keep an eye on our social media or website.

Unleashed at Stonehenge

7408 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, NC

It's finally that time of year! Bring your pets for adorable Santa photos with Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies on November 28th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. No signup necessary, just walk up!

Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies will have a backdrop and team of volunteers to help you get the perfect picture! Want to get a family photo? Bring the kids too!

Learn more about Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies on their website. Their group keeps 100% of your donations from this event!

Santa Photos for all other Unleashed locations will be announced very soon!! Keep an eye on our website or your store's social media for updates. To sign your group up, email [email protected].

Unleashed at Stonehenge

7408 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, NC

- October 31st, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Raleigh (Stonehenge): Halloween Pictures with Mia's Mafia

- October 31st, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - All Locations: Halloween Paw-ty

- October 31st, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Wilmington (Landfall): Meet and Greet with First Mate Rescue

- October 31st, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Durham (Parkway Plaza): Meet and Greet with Independent Animal Rescue

- October 31st, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Raleigh (Crabtree Mall): Foster Showcase with Love Mutts Rescue

- November 7th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Cary (Crescent Commons): Meet and Greet with RUFF

- November 7th, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Southport: Meet and Greet with Animal Ally Action Fund

- November 8th, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Cary (Crescent Commons): Dog Wash Fundraiser with Great Dane Friends of Ruff Love

- November 8th, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Wilmington (Landfall): Meet and Greet Dauntless Animal and Wildlife Rescue

- November 14th, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Cary (Crescent Commons): Meet and Greet with Freedom German Shepherd

- November 14th, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM - Raleigh (Stonehenge): Meet and Greet with Love Mutts

- November 14th, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Durham (Parkway Plaza): Meet and Greet with Independent Animal Rescue

- November 21st, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Wilmington (Landfall): Build-A-Bowl

- November 21st, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Raleigh (Stonehenge): Energy Healing for Pets with Victoria Haffer and Carolina Animal Network

- November 21st, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Raleigh (City Market): Dog Wash Fundraiser with NCSU's VAW Global Veterinary Chapter

- November 21st, 12:00 PM - 3:00 - Cary (Crescent Commons): Meet and Greet with The Maggie Society

- November 21st, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Wilmington (Landfall): Small Fluffies Meetup benefitting NC Seaside Animal Rescue

- November 21st, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Southport: Meet and Greet with Animal Ally Action Fund

- November 22nd, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: All Locations: Petsgiving

- November 27th, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM: All Locations - Black Friday and beginning of Angel Trees (details coming soon)

- November 28th, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM: All Locations - Small Business Saturday (details coming soon)

- November 28th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Raleigh (Stonehenge): Santa Photos with Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies

- November 29th, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM - Raleigh (Stonehenge): Puppy Yoga with Blazin' Trails Bottle Babies

Please note that due to the nature of volunteer-run events, all are subject to change. Please check the organization's website/social media, or contact us to find out about any changes. Don't miss a thing and stay up-to-date with our live calendar!

To partner with us, email [email protected].

Whether you have just found us (hello new State Fair Friends,) have been with us for almost 20 years, or somewhere in-between, thank you for shopping local and supporting our still independently owned and run "Mom & Pop" Pet Store. We truly appreciate each and every one of our customers. By shopping at Unleashed, you support so many local area animal non-profits and your local community in more ways than you know.

We hope that you and your pets join us for Halloween and check out one or more of our community supporting events this month too!

We always hope that every experience you have at Unleashed is wonderful, that your pets live the longest, healthiest, happiest lives possible and that we can continue to serve you and your beloved fur family for many, many years to come.

- Woof, Meow, and Love from the Phinney family and all of our extended Unleashed family

P.S. If you ever have questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to us directly! Although we try, we recognize that no one is perfect 100% of the time, so please, if you ever have an experience at our stores that does not exceed your expectations, please let us know directly so that we can fix the glitch. If your experience is great, consider letting Google know :). We love reading and sharing good reviews with our employees :).

Amy & JP Phinney, founders/owners/operators