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Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1801 S. Elm St. Greenville, will celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with a drive-through Blessing of the Animals from 3-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 2, in the church parking lot. Donations will be accepted to benefit Pitt County Animal Services and their rescue group Pitt Friends. A photo in lieu of a pet may be brought to receive a blessing. Event will be held, rain or shine. All pets must be secured.

A Howl-o-Ween Trunk or Treat celebration will be held from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 8 at Alice Keene Park, 4561 County Home Road. This will serve as an animal shelter adoption event and donation drive. It will include dog-friendly and kid-friendly treats, a dog costume contest as well as a free rabies clinic.

The Humane Society of Eastern Carolina will host its 21st annual Canine Crawl from 1-5 p.m. on Oct. 23 at the Greenville Town Common, 1-5 E. First St. The event which will serves as a fundraiser for the Humane Society, will feature music, games, and the vendor village. There is no charge to attend. Visit hsecarolina.org.

Pitt County Animal Services is seeking volunteer “mutt strutters” to walk dogs at 9 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 9:30 a.m. Sundays at 4550 County Home Road. Volunteers must be 18 or older to participate (16 or older with parental consent). Call 902-1725.

The Humane Society of Eastern Carolina is scheduling “Rover Nights,” a chance for people to host a dog for a sleepover. This project is designed to give dogs a respite from the shelter environment and to increase awareness of and exposure for dogs in the Humane Society’s care. Crates, food, toys and treats are provided.

To volunteer, contact hsecvolunteer@gmail.com at least 24 hours in advance. Applicants will receive a confirmation from staff before scheduling for pickup.

Spay Today, 4550B County Home Road, offers low-cost spay and neuter services to prevent pet overpopulation. Hours of operation are 7:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Email spaytoday1@gmail.com to make an appointment for a dog or spaytoday6@gmail.com for cat appointments. Call 321-8839 or visit spaytoday.net.

The Pet Food Pantry of Eastern North Carolina, 408 W. Arlington Blvd., is a charitable pet food resource that provides free pet food and supplies to qualifying low-income households. The organization also assists owners with spaying and neutering services as well as rabies vaccinations. To donate or to host a pet food drive, visit petfoodpantryenc.org or call 689-6122.

Contact Kim Grizzard at kgrizzard@reflector.com or call 329-9578.

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