You’ve caught yourself humming the PAW Patrol theme song enough to know it’s one of your kiddo’s favorite shows. Now, for the first time EVER, Ryder and his gang of pups are heading out of Adventure Bay and taking to the big screen! Get your pup packs ready and head to your local theater to catch PAW Patrol: The Movie on August 20! Read on to get the scoop.

 

Head Beyond the Bay

Follow your favorite furry friends outside of their beloved Adventure Bay into the big, busy Adventure City where their arch-rival, Humdinger, has been elected mayor to disastrous results. But luckily, the PAW Patrol is on a roll, and they work together with a new pal Liberty—the city-savvy dachshund— to put things right.

 

Name That Pup

Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky and Zuma are joined by their new pal, Liberty, and an outstanding new cast of supporting canine characters. Listen closely and see if you can recognize the celebs behind the voices, including Yara Shahidi, Kim Kardashian, Tyler Perry, Jimmy Kimmel, Randall Park and Dax Shepherd. In addition, you’ll find a star-studded soundtrack by artists including Adam Levine and Alessia Cara.

 

Chase Is on the Case

To coincide with the movie premiere, Paramount is launching some paw-some new features for families! You’ll find coloring and activity sheets and even a way to get a personalized message for your kids from Chase

 

Better Than Ever

On air since 2013, with nearly 200 episodes (most of which we’re betting your kids have seen more than once), PAW Patrol: The Movie will thrill fans of the show in new ways while holding on to that core mission of the pups—do good, and be kind.

 

PAW It Forward

Just like the pups do, you can PAW It Forward! Parents, kids, and fans alike are talking about different ways they can pay it forward in their own community, whether at home, in the classroom, or with friends and neighbors.  

PAW Patrol: The Movie is premiering on August 20 in theaters and on Paramount+, so book your seats and be there on the double!

 

—Amber Guetebier

PAW Patrol, we’re on a roll! Fans of the popular Nick Jr. TV show are in for a treat—a movie based on the series is coming soon. And we’ve got your first look at what to expect with a new trailer, including a new original song from Adam Levine!

PAW PATROL: THE MOVIE opens in theaters on August 20 and is rated G for general audiences. With summer winding down around the release date, consider it one more treat for the kids before they head back to school.

Adventure City is in big trouble when the pups’ biggest rival, Humdinger, becomes the mayor. Ryder and his fellow rescue dogs leap into action to save the day. After meeting a new ally, a dachshund named Liberty, the PAW Patrol fights to save the citizens of the city! Of course, there’s plenty of exciting new gadgets and gear involved to keep your kids enthralled.

Delores in PAW Patrol Movie
Delores (voiced by Kim Kardashian West)

The movie features members from the original series’ cast and a number of celebrity voices, including Kim Kardashian West, Dax Shepard, Iain Armitage, Tyler Perry and Jimmy Kimmel.

L-R: Liberty (voiced by Marsai Martin), Ruben (voiced by Dax Shepard), and Butch (voiced by Randall Park)

Your little PAW Patrol fans are undoubtedly excited for this one! Save the date and plan your return trip to your local theater on August 20.

––Sarah Shebek

All images courtesy of Spin Master

 

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Piglet is a dachshund-Chihuahua rescue who is helping to bring the ideas of kindness and inclusion to adults and children across the country!

The tiny pink puppy was born deaf and blind in a Georgia home along with 37 other puppies. After he was rescued, Connecticut veterinarian Melissa Shapiro gave the one-pound puppy what would become his forever home.

If you think that’s Piglet’s happy ending—his story was just beginning. Even though Shapiro only wanted to foster the dog, she fell in love with little Piglet and just couldn’t let him go. Shapiro told People, “It was quite a decision to make. He is a lot of work and he is like a full-time job, taking care of a little disabled baby.” She went on to add, “But he’s so cute, and we couldn’t give him away at that point.”

While Piglet got off to a rocky start in his new home, he eventually adjusted (overcoming anxiety) and vaulted to near-celeb status on Instagram. With well over 100,000 followers, Piglet’s story caught the attention of a Plainville, Massachusetts third grade teacher. The teacher used the pink puppy as a model for a “positive growth mindset,” helping students to face challenges.

Shapiro told People, “She called it Piglet Mindset, and we corresponded throughout the year. At the end of the year, we surprised the kids. They thought we were going to FaceTime, and we walked in with Piggy in his stroller and three of my other dogs, and everyone was crying.”

The classroom-puppy partnership led to Piglet Mindset Outreach, a program Shapiro created to teach children about facing challenges. Along with promoting the “Piglet Mindset,” the pink puppy also encourages pet owners to spay/neuter their cats and dogs, inspires other would-be pet parents to adopt special needs animals, facilitates outreach to teachers and students and fundraises for special needs dog rescues and nonprofits.

To learn more about Piglet and the Piglet Mindset Outreach program visit the pink puppy’s website here.

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Pink Piglet Puppy via Instagram 

 

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Forget about the running of the bulls. At Emerald Downs racetrack its’s all about the dinos!

The racetrack recently gave the thoroughbreds that typically grace the races a break and held a costume-clad event—filled with T. Rexes.

In its third year, the T. Rex race is a sight to behold. The Jurassic beasts (a.k.a. people in costumes) line up at the starting gate and…they’re off and running. So how did this magical race happen?

According to NPR, the race started several years ago during the TriGuard Pest Control (of Renton, Washington) annual company outing. TriGuard sales manager, Cody Bennett, told NPR, “The first year, we attended the race in Hawaiian themed clothing.” The following year the company tried togas and in 2017 they switched to dino costumes.

While nothing beats a crowd of T. Rex’s weaving their way around a racetrack, this isn’t the only fun run Emerald Downs hosts. The track is also home to the dachshund-packed Wiener Dog Sunday and a corgi race!

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Emerald Downs via YouTube

 

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It’s time to grab life by the leash and head outdoors with the family’s best friend because the District has some fun run’s planned this fall that even Fido can join in. Whether you have a serious runner in your clan or just a couple of lazy day joggers or walkers it doesn’t matter because there is a race for everyone–with two legs…or four.

Photo: Terri Grigsby via flickr

The Weiner 500 Dachshund Dash
On your mark, (just don’t really mark it, Buster!), get set, go! It’s time for the annual Oktoberfest and Weiner 500 Dachshund Dash to benefit the Washington Humane Society. All breeds are welcome to watch this Dachshund-only or Dachshund-dominant race where our furry friends shine and steal the spotlight. Costume contests for all dogs let them show off their tricks and get a little run or walk in at this fun, family-friendly event.

When: Sept. 26, 1 pm-5 pm
Yards Park
355 Water St., SE
Online: ontap.com

Photo: Jason Kositarut via flickr

D.C. Walk for the Animals
What better way to teach the tiny tykes responsibility and community involvement than getting them excited and into the annual DC Walk for the Animals. Geared for all ages and breeds this event has games, prizes, musical sits, face painting for the non-four-legged friends and doggie pools for the family pet to cool off in after the morning walk. It’s a great time for the whole family unit to get outside and get active while helping out a good cause.

When: Sept. 26, 10 am-2 pm
Where: Kingsbury Center
5000 14th St., NW
Online: DCWalkfortheAnimals.com

Photo: rcannon100 via flickr

Strut Your Mutt
Raise money for your local animal welfare group or for Best Friends Animal Society to help Save Them All by walking with your mutt and strutting your stuff or taking part in the 5k (with dog or without) run. The annual event has photos, contests, goodies and much more for the little ones, big kids and our fluffy, furry companions that we just can’t live without. Show them you care by taking a walk.

When: October 10, (5k at 10 am, Walk at 10:30 am, Festival ends at 2PM)
Black Hill Regional Park
20930 Lake Ridge Dr. (Boyds, Md)
Online: Bestfriends.org

Photo: Peter Mooney via flickr

Doggie Fun Run
Everyone loves to run in Rock Creek Park with its shaded paths full of abundant trees and scenery. The Doggie Fun Run at Rock Creek Part this November 1st is a great way to get outdoors and do something active with the whole family. The challenging course has some steep hills that four-legged buddies will enjoy while keeping pace with their owners. This 5k course after the Doggie Fun Run will get tongues wagging too and not just about the opportunity for costumes for you and your tail-wagging buddy. Just don’t forget to bring along a doggie “disposal” bag to keep the other runners and park patrons happy. No messy dogs allowed on this run/walk.

When: Nov. 1 (Doggie Fun Run at 8 am, 5k Dash at 8:30 am)
Rock Creek Park
16th and Kennedy Sts., NW
Online: capitalsprints.com

Is there a particular race that you like your pooch to tag along to? Tell us in the comments section. 

—Victoria Mason