Join Cannimal for the annual Blessing of the Dogs event held during November. From 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., gather with other dogs and dog owners for the Blessing of the Dogs to celebrate your favorite four-legged friends! The event is non-denominational and open to all kinds of animals, including dogs, cats, and horses.

The event will also be a learning opportunity for participants to learn about using cannabis to help their animals. The session, called Feel Good Now!, starts at 2 p.m. for those who are interested.

Gather at San Dieguito Park’s Lower Park to start off the Blessing of the Dogs event at 1 p.m.

Join other dog lovers for pet-themed fun at the Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade! Walk your pet through the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego in your best Christmas-themed costume at this event, held each December. Both pets and owners are invited to dress up for the parade, which is hosted by Blue Buffalo. Also, don’t forget to attend the pet expo for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest, grab a goodies bag, and visit vendors!

Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. on the day of, but pre-registration is recommended to ensure that you get a spot. The parade begins at the MLK Promenade Park at 3 p.m. The expo runs from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Registration is $15 per pet in advance or $20 the day of the event.

Join in Southern California’s largest pet adoption-focused event every December. The Doggie Street Festival of San Diego is just one many across the country. Bring your dog and enjoy live music, guest speakers, great food, and much, much more! You won’t want to miss the special guests and vendors selling unique and fun products and services that your pet will drool over.

There is a special area designated for children’s activities, so bring the kids along, too!

Come down to NTC Park at Liberty Station at 9 a.m. and stay until doors close at 3 p.m. Admission is free.

Unleash the Holiday Cheer is definitely worth the short drive to San Diego from Carlsbad! Join Traci’s Paws at Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station each December for Unleash the Holiday Cheer to benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center, which helps military families find the right shelter dog for their home - for free!

Bring both your children and pets for photos with Santa, enjoy Christmas music performed live, and visit the game truck to win fun prizes. There will be laser tag and a photo booth to document the special day. Don’t miss out on the great food at the food trucks!

All donations go to the Helen Woodward Animal Center.

Join JustFoodFor Dogs at Del Mar Kitchen in San Diego on a specified Saturday during the month of December. The event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and teaches attendees to learn how to cook dog food at home. Your pooch will love the opportunity to try some home-cooked, fresh dog food! You will also be served some tasty snacks and drinks while at the class.

Unfortunately, space is limited, so RSVP soon to make sure you have a spot at this event.

Del Mar Kitchen is located at 3485 Del Mar Heights Rd. in San Diego, which is about a 30-minute drive from Carlsbad, California.