Did you know that some foster families struggle with keeping their dogs long-term? About 20% of adopted pets are returned to shelters, often due to behavioral challenges or a lack of support for their new owners. Additionally, U.S. shelters face rising challenges, with over 900,000 animals still waiting for homes amid capacity limits and resources stretched thin​.

This stark reality highlights how essential education and community support are to keep dogs from being abandoned. The American Dog Society is working to bridge these gaps—bringing together compassionate dog parents, building stronger connections, and preventing animals from being surrendered.

Your participation in the First Annual Gala on January 10, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs can help sustain these efforts. This event is more than a night of fun—it’s a chance to make sure every dog has the loving home they deserve. Will you join the mission and become part of a movement that keeps pets and families together?

1st Annual Gala Event
Event Details
Join us on Friday, January 10th, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, FL for a memorable evening to celebrate, educate, and have fun in support of dog parents and dogs.

Our mission is to lead a community of compassionate and educated dog parents to reduce the number of surrendered or abandoned dogs.

We invite you to be part of this community by joining our charity gala event where you will experience touching moments, inspiring stories, dinner, drinks, entertainment, and a fantastic auction with items you’ll love.

Who We Are
American Dog Society is the nation’s first and only charity that focuses on the long-term goal of connecting and educating dog parents to keep families together.