Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Join us for a fun and productive pack walk for just a $20 donation! This is the perfect opportunity to practice leash training and proper socialization with your pup in a supportive environment.

What to Expect:

• 30 minutes of group work: We'll focus on leash training, ensuring your dog is comfortable and confident.

• 30 minutes of trail/path walking: Practice passing other dogs calmly and without stress as we walk through the park.

What to Bring:

• Your dog on a leash (no retractable leashes, please).

• Plenty of kibble or treats to reward your dog throughout the session.

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Join us at Urban Cowboy for Dog Days of Summer! Come meet some of our adorable adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes while enjoying a special Tito’s cocktail menu and a summer afternoon at Urban Cowboy. We hope to see you there!

• When: August 30 at 2 PM

• Where: Urban Cowboy

• Cost: Free

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Celebrate National Dog Day with Wags & Walks at Urban Dog Bar! 🐾

Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating our four-legged friends while supporting rescue dogs in need!

What to Expect:

• Meet adoptable Wags & Walks puppies

• Shop Wags & Walks merch

• Create a special paw-print craft with your pup

• Get a free live pup portrait

• Enjoy live music

• Sip on a special signature drink benefiting Wags & Walks

Bring your pups and come celebrate National Dog Day with us!

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Craft Night with Ceramic Souls!

Join Wags & Walks Nashville and Ceramic Souls for an evening of creativity, community, and puppies!

During this beginner friendly clay workshop, you'll create your own handmade clay animal, whether it's a dog, cat, pig, frog, ferret, or whatever inspires you, while spending time with adoptable puppies from Wags & Walks Nashville. It's the perfect opportunity to get creative, meet fellow animal lovers, and learn more about our rescue mission.

Tickets are $30 and include clay, instruction, all necessary materials, plus sips and snacks. Proceeds support the lifesaving work of Wags & Walks and the dogs in our care.

Whether you're hoping to adopt, create something special, or simply enjoy a fun night out, we'd love to see you there!

Join Wags & Walks Nashville for a special evening of live music featuring acclaimed songwriters Erik Dylan, Matt Roy, Lauren Hungate, and country artist George Birge. George has celebrated three No. 1 hits at country radio and is on track for his fourth, making this an unforgettable night of incredible music and storytelling.

A portion of the evening's proceeds will be donated to Wags & Walks, helping provide lifesaving care for rescue dogs as they make their journey to loving forever homes.

Whether you're a country music fan, a supporter of animal rescue, or simply looking for a great night out, we hope you'll join us for an evening that makes a difference.

Muttz & Muscles

Strength, smiles, and rescue pups all in one class. Muttz & Muscles is a mat based strength and sculpt class designed to help you build strength, improve stability, and feel more connected to your body. Best of all, adoptable puppies from Wags & Walks will be roaming the room, giving you the chance to meet them while supporting our rescue mission. Every ticket purchased helps provide care for rescue dogs as they wait for their forever homes.

What to Expect

• 60 minute mat based strength and sculpt class

• Adoptable rescue puppies roaming throughout the class

• Plenty of puppy cuddles and photo opportunities

• Exercise modifications for all fitness levels

• Sips and light refreshments after class

When & Where

• Date: Sunday, August 16th

• Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

• Location: Movement Lounge

Join us at Kendra Scott Green Hills for a special Kendra Gives Back event benefiting Wags & Walks! Stop by on August 15 from 12–3 PM to enjoy sips, sweets, sparkling accessories, and meet some adorable adoptable pups on-site! Shop in-store or online August 14–16 using code GIVEBACK-MKVHE, and 20% of your purchase will benefit Wags & Walks. Plus, be sure to check out the exclusive Wags & Walks Collection while you shop!

DOGust Trivia Night at Southern Grist

Join Wags & Walks Nashville at Southern Grist Brewing for an evening of trivia benefiting rescue dogs! This community fundraiser is a great opportunity to enjoy a night out while supporting Wags & Walks.

We'll have adoptable puppies on-site throughout the event, giving guests the chance to meet some of our available dogs, learn more about the adoption process, and, of course, enjoy plenty of puppy cuddles. Plus, compete for fun trivia prizes while supporting our rescue dogs!

As part of the event, $1 from every beer sold during trivia night will be donated to Wags & Walks, helping provide medical care, foster support, and loving homes for rescue dogs.

Whether you're coming to play trivia, meet our puppies, or support a great cause, we'd love to see you there!

‍ ‍When and Where:

• When: Thursday, August 13th | 7:00pm–9:00 PM

• Where: Wags & Walks
  Southern Grist (754 Douglas Ave, Nashville, TN 37207)

Paws your plans and join Nashville Yards on Saturday, July 25 for a fetching Xfinity Movie Night featuring Jumanji! Enjoy popcorn and themed bites throughout the movie. We will be joining with adoptable furry friends! This event is free, open to the public, and, of course, pet-friendly! Bring your blankets, settle in, and enjoy a tail-wagging movie night with us!

When and Where:

• Ascension Saint Thomas Landing

• August 8th at 7pm

• Parking is located at 131 10th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

🐾 Celebrate DOGust at Wags & Walks!

Join us as we celebrate DOGust, the official birthday of shelter and rescue dogs! Spend the afternoon with adorable adoptable dogs, shop local vendors, and help us raise funds for dogs in need.

When and Where:

• When: Saturday, August 1 | 12:00–4:00 PM

• Where: Wags & Walks
  (100 Bonnabrook Dr, Hermitage, TN 37076)

What to Expect:

• Meet Adoptable Dogs
  Meet adorable adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes.

• Celebrate DOGust
  Help us celebrate the birthdays of our rescue pups with special birthday treats made just for them!

• Shop Local Vendors
  Atelier de Fleur Parfumerie South • Benditta Jewels • Chloe & Maisy Co. • King of Pops • Sniff the Cook • 2 Dogs Coffee

• Support the Mission
  Learn more about fostering, adopting, volunteering, and supporting Wags & Walks Nashville.

• Make a Difference
  Every purchase and donation helps provide lifesaving care for rescue dogs in our community.

We can't wait to celebrate DOGust with you!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Paws your plans and join Nashville Yards on Saturday, July 25 for a fetching Xfinity Movie Night featuring The Secret Life of Pets! 🐾🏠🐶 Enjoy popcorn and themed bites throughout the movie. We will be joining with adoptable furry friends! This event is free, open to the public, and, of course, pet-friendly! Bring your blankets, settle in, and enjoy a tail-wagging movie night with us!

When and Where:

• Ascension Saint Thomas Landing

• July 25th at 7pm

• Free parking is located at 131 10th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Join us for an evening of bubbles, bites, and a whole lot of beauty. Your $25 ticket includes a complimentary glass of bubbly and Lemon Tea Cakes by Mama Bread.

Come meet some adoptable dogs, and know that the ticket proceeds from the pop-up go directly to support their rescue work.

Em's Lems Lemonade Stand will be on site too!

Come as you are. Stay for the puppies.

Must RSVP to attend. 

When & Where:

• 1600 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206

• Wednesday, July 22nd

• 4:00pm–7:00pm

Join us for an exciting fitness & puppy event benefitting Wags & Walks Nashville! We'll kick things off with a 1.6-mile run from Nashville Running Company to Seven Minutes, where you'll experience high-intensity interval training (HIIT) stations. Wind-down with a relaxing stretch and mobility session (with puppies). Afterwards, enjoy tasty food & snacks, B12 shots from IV Nutrition, coffee with 626 Coffee Club, and prizes from local businesses.

Wags & Walks will be on site with puppies to snuggle throughout the event!

Food, bottled water, & prize entry is included with every ticket!

must be present to win giveaways

• Date: July 18th, 2026

• Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am

• Location: Seven Minutes Fitness

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Join us for a fun and productive pack walk for just a $20 donation! This is the perfect opportunity to practice leash training and proper socialization with your pup in a supportive environment.

What to Expect:

• 30 minutes of group work: We'll focus on leash training, ensuring your dog is comfortable and confident.

• 30 minutes of trail/path walking: Practice passing other dogs calmly and without stress as we walk through the park.

What to Bring:

• Your dog on a leash (no retractable leashes, please).

• Plenty of kibble or treats to reward your dog throughout the session.

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Join us this weekend at Lola's European Cafe for a special offsite adoption event!

Come meet some of our adorable adoptable puppies and spend time getting to know them while enjoying coffee, pastries, and the welcoming atmosphere at Lola's.

Our adoption counselors will be on-site to answer questions, walk you through the process, and help you find the right fit if you're considering adding a dog to your family.

If you are interested in adopting, please complete an adoption application in advance through our website and review our adoption requirements beforehand.

All members of the household must be present to finalize an adoption.

We look forward to seeing you there and helping more puppies find their forever homes!

Thank you to our supporting sponsor, Clymer Facial Plastic Surgery, for helping make this event possible.

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer! We’d love to get you involved in our wags community.

The first step is to attend an orientation.

During orientation, we’ll share more about Wags, talk about volunteer opportunities and main ways to support, and have time for Q&As. We’re excited to get to know you!

During orientation, you'll learn the following:

• About dog rescue

• About our organization

• Current volunteer opportunities

• Scheduling instructions and more!

Thanks for your interest in becoming a foster! We’d love to get you involved in our foster family. The first step is to fill out an online application and attend an orientation. During orientation we’ll share more about Wags, talk about fostering and main ways to support, and will have time for Q&A’s! We’re excited to get to know you!

Join us for a fun and productive pack walk for just a $20 donation! This is the perfect opportunity to practice leash training and proper socialization with your pup in a supportive environment.

What to Expect:

• 30 minutes of group work: We'll focus on leash training, ensuring your dog is comfortable and confident.

• 30 minutes of trail/path walking: Practice passing other dogs calmly and without stress as we walk through the park.

What to Bring:

• Your dog on a leash (no retractable leashes, please).

• Plenty of kibble or treats to reward your dog throughout the session.