Upcoming Events
We care about our Northern Virginia pet community! From Yappy Hours to Pet Expos to adoption events, you’ll find Becky’s Pet Care professionals popping up throughout the region with information, education, treats, and fun things for you and your compawnions.
Bull Run Festival of Lights
The Bull Run Festival of Lights is a dog friendly event held every night from November 14, 2025 through January 4, 2026 in Centreville! Weeknights are from 5:30pm-9:30pm and weekends/holidays are from 5:30pm-10pm. For more details and to buy tickets, click the link below.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): December 13
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): December 17
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): January 6
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet CPR & First Aid: January 9
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: January 10
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): January 24
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet CPR & First Aid: February 7
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: February 18
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: March 19
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: March 21
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: December 10
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): November 22
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Mutt Love Rescue Adoption Event
Meet your prospective new family member at a Mutt Love Rescue Adoption Event! For more information and a full list of upcoming adoption events, click the link below.
Pet CPR & First Aid: November 15
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): November 12
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pup Nights at Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights
Mark your calendars for Pup Nights at Meadowlark's Winter Walk of Lights! This dog friendly event will be held from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna.
Designated Pup Nights are: Nov 10, 17, 18, and 25; Dec 9, 10, 29, and 30; Jan 2 and 4, 2026.
Admission is $19 per person and $6 per dog. Please purchase tickets in advance using the link below, or call (703) 255-3631 or email meadowlark@nvrpa.org for more information.
Dog Adoption Event - Friends of Homeless Animals
Friends of Homeless Animals is hosting a Dog Adoption Event at Fleetwood Farm Winery in Leesburg! For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page using the link below.
Kids Field Day - Shipgarten
Shipgarten Tyson’s Corner is hosting Kids Field Day, an afternoon of excitement for kids and the whole family! Dogs are more than welcome at Shipgarten, whether on-leash or in their off-leash dog park. Treat your furry friends to Pup Cups and Kongs filled with peanut butter. Admission is Free! For more details and a schedule of events, click on the link below.
Dog Adoption Fair - SPCA of Northern Virginia
The SPCA of Northern Virginia is hosting a Dog Adoption Fair! Come meet their available dogs at Weber’s Pet Supermarket in Fairfax. For more information, click the link below!
Mutt Love Rescue Adoption Event
Meet your prospective new family member at a Mutt Love Rescue Adoption Event! For more information and a full list of upcoming adoption events, click the link below.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): October 28
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet CPR & First Aid: October 25
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: October 24
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): October 16
For Becky’s Pet Care staff pursuing Pet Medications Certification. Training covers medication strategies for Basic Meds Certification (oral, topical, ear and eye meds) and Advanced Meds Certification (inhaler and injections) for dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet CPR & First Aid: September 14
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: August 30
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: August 15
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: July 20
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: June 25
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: June 7
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: May 24
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: May 16
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: April 5
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: March 12
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: February 22
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): January 15
For Becky’s Pet Care staff, including Pet Care Professionals, Pack Leaders, Customer Care, and Admin. Training includes strategies for giving pills, liquid medicine, ear and eye medication, subcutaneous injections, topical medications, and inhalers to dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets, and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
FULL! Pet CPR & First Aid: January 12
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet Medications (BPC Staff Only): December 17
For Becky’s Pet Care staff, including Pet Care Professionals, Pack Leaders, Customer Care, and Admin. Training includes strategies for giving pills, liquid medicine, ear and eye medication, subcutaneous injections, topical medications, and inhalers to dogs and cats. All participants get hands-on practice with stuffed pets, and will receive a copy of the presentation slides for notes and future reference.
Pet CPR & First Aid: December 11
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.
Pet CPR & First Aid: November 17
For pet parents, pet sitters, dog walkers, groomers, rescues, shelters, and all pet care professionals. CPR & First Aid for dogs and cats, including CPR and rescue breathing, choking management, bleeding protocols, insect bites, poisoning, and more. You’ll receive a workbook and a certificate of completion, as well as a card for your wallet. Sometimes the unexpected happens…will you be prepared to take action when it does? Minimum age 14. No pets.