Events
 See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:


Pet Adoption Event - Meet & Greet!
Friday August 9th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Capitol Honda (408) 539-5944
745 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose CA 95136
See all of the animals attending this event.

SVPP is a proud partner of Capitol Honda and is excited for the opportunity to bring some of our adoptable dogs and kittens to this location. 

We will have volunteers available to answer questions about volunteering, fostering a pet in need, and adoptable pets!



Click here for more information

Paint Your Pet
Saturday August 10th, 2024 2:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Join us to create your own, one-of-a-kind acrylic pet portrait on canvas, done in a colorful style inspired by American Pop Artist Andy Warhol. No artistic experience is necessary!

We begin with a short lesson about painting techniques with 3 different brush types. Then, we'll walk you through each step of the process - from transferring your pet's image to the canvas with graphite, to painting the background, to painting the main features of your pet, to the final finishing details. We will use vibrant, non-toxic acrylic paints. All art materials will be provided.

Before the class begins, we will need you to email us a high-resolution digital photo of your pet. Uncropped, full-body shots or face shots with uncluttered backgrounds work best. Also, pictures with good contrast work well. Please email pandamai@pmbq.com if you have any questions about photo choice and guidance, Mai is happy to help you.

About The Instructor:
Phuong-Mai “Mai” Blasich is the founder artist of P.M.B.Q. Studios, a graphic and panda arts studio in San Jose, CA. Mai’s creative career began in 1993 as a comic artist in Antarctic Press’ series, Ninja High School. She has done work with Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and went on to self-publish her action-comedy comic Tea Club. You can also see Mai’s public mural work in downtown San Jose at the “First Street Panda Cafe & Bakery, a 180 foot-long mural stretching around the corner of North First and San Fernando Streets and also at Pup Plaza! Her work focuses on cheerful animal characters doing everyday things, striving to remind us to stop, enjoy and appreciate the simple things in life.

The event takes place indoors at Pup Plaza and is limited to 12 participants.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. 

Register here




Aldo's Cafe Fundraiser for SVPP
Wednesday August 21st, 2024 11:00 AM until 08:30 PM
Location: Aldo's Cafe (408) 354-0700
440 N Santa Cruz Los Gatos CA 95030

 

Dine Out for a Cause at Aldo's Café! 

Join us at Aldo's Café for a special restaurant fundraiser in support of Silicon Valley Pet Project (SVPP). Enjoy delicious food while helping pets like Clover and Mocha get the care they need!

Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Location: Aldo's Café, 440 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA

How to Participate:

  • Visit Aldo's Café for lunch (11am to 2pm) or dinner (5pm to 8:30pm) and mention SVPP (no flyer required).
  • Valid for take out or dine in.
  • 10% of the proceeds will go directly to SVPP's Animal Care Fund.

Your meal will help provide much-needed medical care, foster supplies, and love to pets in need. Don't miss out on this tasty opportunity to make a difference!

Meet Clover & Mocha:

  • Clover: A resilient kitten who is healing from a fracture thanks to SVPP's care.
  • Mocha: Our beloved tripod who is healing and thriving with the help of SVPP.



Adoptable Pets at Pup Plaza!
Saturday August 24th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124
See all of the animals attending this event.

 

Come meet dogs and kittens available for adoption in a relaxed fun environment at Pup Plaza on Saturday from 11am to 1pm.

Not yet ready to adopt, or have questions about the ideal pet for you and your family? Stop by during our adoption events and chat with us about what you are looking for, and we can provide some pointers and great resources to find that perfect companion for you!

Thank you!




Pet Adoption Event - Meet & Greet!
Friday September 13th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Capitol Honda (408) 539-5944
745 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose CA 95136
See all of the animals attending this event.

SVPP is a proud partner of Capitol Honda and is excited for the opportunity to bring some of our adoptable dogs and kittens to this location. 

We will have volunteers available to answer questions about volunteering, fostering a pet in need, and adoptable pets!



Click here for more information

Doga
Saturday September 14th, 2024 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Cost: $15

Your Doga instructor will guide you and your pup through a 60-minute yoga practice and provide moments throughout the class for you to bond, reward, and breathe with your dog.

You will be encouraged to share your energy with your dog and explore the natural bond that exists between you and your canine best friend. Doga will provide you an opportunity to learn from your dog how to be in the present and have fun, while our dogs may pick up the calm and focus of our practice, eventually becoming more relaxed and comfortable with sharing a space with others.

A minimum of two participants is required to hold the class.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. svpetproject.org

Register Here




Reading with Dogs - Furry Friends Assisted Therapy
Thursday September 19th, 2024 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Children (6+ years old and up) are invited to practice their reading skills with Furry Friends Assisted Therapy at Pup Plaza!  Books will be provided, but children can bring their own book if they choose. Pup Plaza provides a casual, fun environment to read in the company of gentle and loving dogs.

Admission is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.


Click here for more information

Adoptable Dogs at Pup Plaza!
Saturday September 21st, 2024 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124
See all of the animals attending this event.

 

Come meet dogs available for adoption in a relaxed fun environment at Pup Plaza on Saturday September 21 from 10am to 12pm.

Not yet ready to adopt, or have questions about the ideal dog for you and your family? Stop by during our adoption events and chat with us about what you are looking for, and we can provide some pointers and great resources to find that perfect canine companion for you!

Thank you!




Doga
Saturday October 12th, 2024 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Cost: $15

Your Doga instructor will guide you and your pup through a 60-minute yoga practice and provide moments throughout the class for you to bond, reward, and breathe with your dog.

You will be encouraged to share your energy with your dog and explore the natural bond that exists between you and your canine best friend. Doga will provide you an opportunity to learn from your dog how to be in the present and have fun, while our dogs may pick up the calm and focus of our practice, eventually becoming more relaxed and comfortable with sharing a space with others.

A minimum of two participants is required to hold the class.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. svpetproject.org

Register Here




Reading with Dogs - Furry Friends Assisted Therapy
Thursday October 17th, 2024 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Children (6+ years old and up) are invited to practice their reading skills with Furry Friends Assisted Therapy at Pup Plaza!  Books will be provided, but children can bring their own book if they choose. Pup Plaza provides a casual, fun environment to read in the company of gentle and loving dogs.

Admission is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.


Click here for more information

Adoptable Pets at Capitol Subaru!
Saturday October 19th, 2024 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Capitol Subaru
920 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose CA 95136
See all of the animals attending this event.

SVPP is participating in ASPCA's Subaru Loves Pets Campaign in October and has moved our monthly pet adoption event to Capitol Subaru in San Jose!

We are excited for the opportunity to bring some of our adoptable dogs and kittens to this location in celebration of their Subaru Loves Pets campaign in October.




Fall In Love Photo Shoot With Your Pup
Sunday October 20th, 2024 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

20-minute session

Cost: $50

Get ready to Fall in love as our photographer captures the beauty of autumn in a playful, relaxed setting! Join Silicon Valley Pet Project at Pup Plaza for a heartwarming photo shoot experience that celebrates the bond between you and your furry friend.

Cindy Kelleher -  a local professional photographer, specializing in pet photography, will provide you with a 20-minute photo shoot.

Bring your dog dressed in their favorite fall attire.  Whether it’s pumpkins, leaves, or cozy blankets, this is the perfect chance to create lasting memories with your pet.

Cindy will provide five (5) edited images within one week of the shoot.  All images will be sent via a DropBox link.  No further purchases are necessary! 

This photo shoot will take place inside Pup Plaza.  You are encouraged to bring some props if you’d like and you are welcome to join your pup for photos.

Proceeds support SVPP’s rescue operations , so your participation helps save more lives. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. svpetproject.org

Register Here




Lazy Dog Fundraiser
Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 11:00 AM until Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 12:00 AM
Location: Lazy Dog Restaurant
5305 Almaden Expwy San Jose CA 95118

Lazy Dog Fundraiser
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
11:00 am - 12:00 am (open to close!)
5305 Almaden Expwy, San Jose

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Lazy Dog Restaurant!  

Celebrate National Make a Dog’s Day and support Silicon Valley Pet Project! Indulge in delicious food and drinks while making a difference for animals in need. 

Bring your friends, family, and furry companions to enjoy a meal and 15% of the proceeds from your meal will be donated to SVPP to help rescue and care for our foster pets.  You can also support SVPP with your take-out or curbside order! (Delivery is not eligible for fundraiser support.)  Online order code: 46SVP

Print the Lazy Dog flyer or simply download it to your phone and show your server!

Dogs are welcome on the patio dining area!

Download the flyer here!




Pet Adoption Event - Meet & Greet!
Friday November 8th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Capitol Honda (408) 539-5944
745 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose CA 95136
See all of the animals attending this event.

SVPP is a proud partner of Capitol Honda and is excited for the opportunity to bring some of our adoptable dogs and kittens to this location. 

We will have volunteers available to answer questions about volunteering, fostering a pet in need, and adoptable pets!



Click here for more information

Paint Your Pet
Saturday November 9th, 2024 2:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Join us to create your own, one-of-a-kind acrylic pet portrait on canvas, done in a colorful style inspired by American Pop Artist Andy Warhol. No artistic experience is necessary!

We begin with a short lesson about painting techniques with 3 different brush types. Then, we'll walk you through each step of the process - from transferring your pet's image to the canvas with graphite, to painting the background, to painting the main features of your pet, to the final finishing details. We will use vibrant, non-toxic acrylic paints. All art materials will be provided.

Before the class begins, we will need you to email us a high-resolution digital photo of your pet. Uncropped, full-body shots or face shots with uncluttered backgrounds work best. Also, pictures with good contrast work well. Please email pandamai@pmbq.com if you have any questions about photo choice and guidance, Mai is happy to help you.

About The Instructor:
Phuong-Mai “Mai” Blasich is the founder artist of P.M.B.Q. Studios, a graphic and panda arts studio in San Jose, CA. Mai’s creative career began in 1993 as a comic artist in Antarctic Press’ series, Ninja High School. She has done work with Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and went on to self-publish her action-comedy comic Tea Club. You can also see Mai’s public mural work in downtown San Jose at the “First Street Panda Cafe & Bakery, a 180 foot-long mural stretching around the corner of North First and San Fernando Streets and also at Pup Plaza! Her work focuses on cheerful animal characters doing everyday things, striving to remind us to stop, enjoy and appreciate the simple things in life.

The event takes place indoors at Pup Plaza and is limited to 12 participants.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. 

Register here



Click here for more information

Adoptable Pets at Pup Plaza!
Saturday November 16th, 2024 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124
See all of the animals attending this event.

Come meet dogs and kittens available for adoption in a relaxed fun environment at Pup Plaza on Saturday November 16 from 10am to 12pm.

Not yet ready to adopt, or have questions about the ideal dog for you and your family? Stop by during our adoption events and chat with us about what you are looking for, and we can provide some pointers and great resources to find that perfect canine companion for you!

Thank you!



Click here for more information

Aldo's Ristorante & Bar Fundraiser for SVPP
Tuesday November 19th, 2024 11:30 AM until 09:00 PM
Location: Aldo's Ristorante & Bar (408) 374-1808
14109 Winchester Blvd Los Gatos CA 95030

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dine Out for a Cause at Aldo's Ristorante and Bar!

Join us at Aldo's Ristorante and Bar for a special fundraiser in support of Silicon Valley Pet Project (SVPP). Bring your friends, family, and appetite to enjoy great food—all while helping animals in need. A portion of the proceeds from your meal will go directly toward funding veterinary care and rescue efforts.

Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Location: Aldo's Ristorante and Bar, 14109 Winchester Blvd, Los Gatos, CA

How to Participate:

  • Visit Aldo's Ristorante and Bar for lunch (11:30 am to 2 pm) or dinner (5:00 pm to 9:00 pm);
  • Mention SVPP (no flyer required).
  • Valid for take out or dine in.
  • A generous portion of the proceeds will go directly to SVPP's Animal Care Fund.

Every bite counts—let's eat, enjoy, and give back together!



Click here for more information

Reading with Dogs - Furry Friends Assisted Therapy
Thursday November 21st, 2024 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Children (6+ years old and up) are invited to practice their reading skills with Furry Friends Assisted Therapy at Pup Plaza!  Books will be provided, but children can bring their own book if they choose. Pup Plaza provides a casual, fun environment to read in the company of gentle and loving dogs.

Admission is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.


Click here for more information

Doga
Saturday November 23rd, 2024 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Cost: $15

Your Doga instructor will guide you and your pup through a 60-minute yoga practice and provide moments throughout the class for you to bond, reward, and breathe with your dog.

You will be encouraged to share your energy with your dog and explore the natural bond that exists between you and your canine best friend. Doga will provide you an opportunity to learn from your dog how to be in the present and have fun, while our dogs may pick up the calm and focus of our practice, eventually becoming more relaxed and comfortable with sharing a space with others.

A minimum of two participants is required to hold the class.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. svpetproject.org

Register Here




Holiday Market & Open House
Saturday December 7th, 2024 1:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

SVPP's Holiday Market at Pup Plaza

Get ready for a paws-itively festive shopping experience at the SVPP Holiday Market

Join us at Pup Plaza for a joyful celebration filled with holiday cheer, adorable pups, and gifts galore. Whether you're shopping for your two-legged friends or your four-legged family members, we’ve got you covered!

Unique, handmade gifts from local artisans like Manly Candles
Holiday gifting made easy with our beautifully crafted gift baskets

Fashion Alert : Find the perfect outfit for your pup

Festive snacks and sips to keep the holiday spirit going
Strike a pose at SVPP's FREE holiday photo booth —perfect for festive pet portraits!

Best of all, every purchase supports SVPP's mission to rescue dogs and cats in our community .

When: Saturday, December 7  1:00 - 4:00 pm
Where: Pup Plaza, 14408 Union Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124

Bring your friends, family, and furry companions for a fun-filled day—and make this holiday season merry, bright, and full of wagging tails!



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Pet Adoption Event - Meet & Greet!
Friday December 13th, 2024 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Capitol Honda (408) 539-5944
745 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose CA 95136
See all of the animals attending this event.

SVPP is a proud partner of Capitol Honda and is excited for the opportunity to bring some of our adoptable dogs and kittens to this location. 

We will have volunteers available to answer questions about volunteering, fostering a pet in need, and adoptable pets!



Click here for more information

Doga
Saturday December 14th, 2024 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Cost: $15

Your Doga instructor will guide you and your pup through a 60-minute yoga practice and provide moments throughout the class for you to bond, reward, and breathe with your dog.

You will be encouraged to share your energy with your dog and explore the natural bond that exists between you and your canine best friend. Doga will provide you an opportunity to learn from your dog how to be in the present and have fun, while our dogs may pick up the calm and focus of our practice, eventually becoming more relaxed and comfortable with sharing a space with others.

A minimum of two participants is required to hold the class.

Proceeds from activities at Pup Plaza support Silicon Valley Pet Project's (SVPP) life-saving work. SVPP is a nonprofit organization, tax ID number 47-2361690. svpetproject.org

Register Here




Reading with Dogs - Furry Friends Assisted Therapy
Thursday December 19th, 2024 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Children (6+ years old and up) are invited to practice their reading skills with Furry Friends Assisted Therapy at Pup Plaza!  Books will be provided, but children can bring their own book if they choose. Pup Plaza provides a casual, fun environment to read in the company of gentle and loving dogs.

Admission is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.


Click here for more information

Adoptable Dogs at Pup Plaza!
Saturday December 21st, 2024 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Pup Plaza
14408 Union Avenue San Jose CA 95124
See all of the animals attending this event.

Come meet dogs available for adoption in a relaxed fun environment at Pup Plaza from 10am to 12pm.

Not yet ready to adopt, or have questions about the ideal dog for you and your family? Stop by during our adoption events and chat with us about what you are looking for, and we can provide some pointers and great resources to find that perfect canine companion for you!



Click here for more information