A Dog Day Afternoon: Impressions of Saratoga Celebrates National Pet Week

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Saturday, May 9, Impressions of Saratoga is going to the dogs as part of National Pet Week. 

The shop’s 22nd Annual Dog Day Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Broadway and Phila Street.

At Impressions, each dog is greeted with fresh water and treats. If it is their first visit, their photo is taken for the “Doggie Wall of Fame,” which began in 2001. Most days you will find at least one of the five Impressions pups (Cookie, Smitty, Pupa, Byrdie, and Thatcher) hard at work in the office.

H.O.P.E. (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist), a local pet rescue organization, will be at Impressions with information about their programs and animals looking for forever homes. Donations of pet items such as food, treats, collars, leashes, blankets, and toys will be accepted.

Local photographer Tracey Buyce will be on site to take professional candid photos of furry friends for a $20 fee that will be donated to H.O.P.E.

Wellspring will be in attendance educating attendees on their “Safe Pet Partnership,” a program to find foster homes for pets belonging to people in an abusive situation who are afraid to leave for fear of what will happen to their pets.

The annual “The Battle of the Biscuits” contest will be happening again. Dogs can participate in a treat taste-testing activity to see which snack is the crowd favorite. Dean’s Delicious Dog Treats, Give Pet, and Treat Planet will be sampled.

Tina DeVincenzo will be at the celebration offering her handcrafted pet-inspired candles (plus some special candles for Mother’s Day). A portion of the proceeds will be shared among the participating nonprofits.

Well-behaved pets on leash are welcome at the event.