UPCOMING EVENTS

"YAPPY HOURS" are hosted by The Friends of Hermon Dog Park and are held on the last Sunday of each month. Winter (October through May) "Yappy Hours" are held from 3-5 pm . Summer (June through September) "Yappy Hours" are held from 5-7 pm. In the event of rain, "Yappy Hour" will be postponed until the following month. No Yappy Hour in November or December due to the holidays.

Please check our FaceBook page for current info and events.

PAST EVENTS

NO YAPPY HOUR MAY 26 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Fun and Games! April Yappy Hour - Sunday, April 28 - 3-5pm

On Sunday, April 28 we had an entertaining "Fun and Games" Yappy Hour at Hermon Dog Park. Games included "Bead Toss", " an Obstacle Course, and more. Fun for people and for doggies. We had treats as usual too! see the photos on Facebook.

Take a Hike! March Yappy Hour - Sunday, March 31. Our March Yappy Hour featured a special hike with local dog trainer, Lezle Stein. This time we took the southbound route, crossing Via Marisol, and hiked up into Debs Park. There were great views and the dogs all enjoyed the rustic path. Those who went the distance got to see Peanut Lake - a few dogs went swimming. When everyone returned to the Friends of Hermon Dog Park booth, there were treats for the dogs and people too. The hike was a great opportunity to meet friends, get some exercise and to get some free tips from a pro. Check out the photos on Facebook, and make sure to see Martha Benedict's great photos too!!

Our February Yappy Hour celebrated the Oscars with sparkling cider and a red carpet photo booth. Our volunteers (posing as pup-arazzi) took pictures of doggies on the red carpet in glamorous hats, ties and gowns from the haute couture WOOF dog boutique in Atwater Village. The sparkling celebration included a golden "Hermon" award in 24 carat glitter and styrofoam (fashioned after the " Hermon on the Ball" sculpture, coming soon to Hermon Dog Park.) You can check our photos on our Facebook page.

Annual Membership Meeting
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 we held our Annual Membership Meeting during Yappy Hour. We celebrated our accomplishments for 2012 and discussed plans for 2013. We had treats for you and your dog and information on training, emergency preparedness and more. We also had a surprise pet massage demo by Annette Ramseyer of Easingpaw Animal Therapy--several doggies left happy!

The 68th Northeast Los Angeles Holiday Parade officially brought in the holiday season on Sunday, December 2, 2012. The Friends of Hermon Dog Park once again marched as the "Santa Paws Squad" with people and dogs dressed in holiday attire in the city's second oldest annual holiday parade along side marching bands, drill teams, dancers, musicians, floats, equestrian units, celebrities and community representatives. This year's theme was "People Helping People", and we had a lot of people helping us - all cheerfully carrying signs and banners through the less than perfect weather! Lucky participant Frank won our raffle prize of a $50 Petco gift card. Thanks to everyone who participated! You can check out Santa Paws Squad photos on our Facebook Page.

Our November Yappy Hour on November 25 featured Dog Thanksgiving. Maybe you've heard about the amusing dog shaming site...well, we decided it was time for DOG THANKING!! We set up a photo booth at Yappy Hour for doggies to pose and tell us what they're thankful for. These photos were added to our contest on our Facebook page. Chilton, pictured here (thankfully wearing his new sweater), was our big winner with 21 "likes" won a $20 Petco Gift Card - just in time for his holiday shopping!

Friends of Hermon Dog Park hosted the annual HOWL-oween costume contest and peanut butter lick-off on Sunday, October 28. It was the doggie social event of the season with lots of fun, treats and prizes!

Categoreis included Most Original, Scariest, Silliest, Cutest, Best Team and Best in Show. You can check out pictures from this year's event on our Facebook page.

AUGUST YAPPY HOUR AND BIRTHDAY PARTY!
Happy Birthday to...US! It's been 7 years since the grand opening of Hermon Dog Park - we celebrated during our August Yappy Hour on Sunday August 26. We enjoyed delicious, dogs-only birthday cake and had cake and refreshments for humans too! Mosaic artist, Jolino Beserra appeared with his trusted dog, Angus. He accepted donations of memorabilia (dog or cat tgs, ceramic bowls, etc.) of pets passed to be included in the "Hermon on the Ball" sculpture he is creating for the dog park through a City Beautification Grant. See pictures of the event on Facebook and learn more about Jolino and "Hermon on the Ball" .

Free Spay/Neuter for Dogs!
On Saturday, July 28, 2012, the Friends of Hermon Dog Park presented the Amanda Foundation Mobile Spay Neuter Clinic at Hermon Dog Park. A total of 38 dogs were spayed or neutered that day and received DHPP and rabies vaccinations as well. The Amanda Foundation provides FREE services to qualifying LA residents with verified income. Check their website for current schedule and locations. Appointements must be made in advance by calling 1-888.349.7388.

Our June YAPPY HOUR was held on Sunday, June 24. In addition to the usual treats for dogs and their humans, we sponsored a group hike along the arroyo led by local dog trainer, Lezle Stein. This was a great opportunity to get some exercise and to get some free tips from a pro. The hike started at 5:30 and took approximately 45 minutes round trip. Check out the photos on Facebook! Interested in more walks with Lezle? Contact her at thedogtrainer@hotmail.com.

Dog Park Etiquette - Minding your Paws and Cues
During our April Yappy Hour, Friends of Hermon Dog Park presented a FREE Pet Ed seminar. Local dog trainer, Erica Lake, gave a fun and informative talk about the do's and don'ts of the dog park and a variety of socailization and behavioral topics. Topics included: how to socalize a new puppy, how to tell when your dog is stressed or aggressive, what to do when people don't pick up after their dog? Erica provided a "Rules to Live by"handout as well as a Q&A,session. We also had doggie fashions, door prizes and refreshments--what fun! Check out the photos on our FaceBook page.

"Haute Dog" Couture Trunk Show
We held a sassy spring boutique fundraiser for Friends of Hermon Dog Park at Fresco Community Market - Saturday March 24, noon-4pm. All Fashions $5 - $15 donation. Also featuring pet portrait artist, Leslie Warren, SOAK dog grooming and Fresco's new organic pet food. Find out more on our FaceBook page.

The annual Northeast Los Angeles Holiday Parade was held on Sunday, December 4th, 2011, and once again, the Friends of Hermon Dog Park marched as the "Santa Paws Squad". Dogs and their people dressed for the holidays. See photos of the Santa Paws Squad on our FaceBook page.

On Sunday, October 30, 2011 we hosted our fabulous annual "HOWL-oween" Yappy Hour and Doggie Costume Contest. Prizes were awarded for "most original", "cutest", "funniest", "scariest" and "best team" (of pets and their people). We also held the great "Peanut Butter Lick-off", acclaimed by Dog Fancy Magazine. Download the flyer. Check out the photos of this year's extravaganza on FaceBook.

Disaster Animal Response Team
The most comprehensive & realistic community-based Shakeout drill EVER conducted! The Disaster Animal Response Team participated in the Arroyo Seco Neighborhood Council ShakeOut Drill held at Fresco Community Market and Hermon Dog Park on October 22, 2011. Read the Red Cross press release.

Wine Tasting Benefit for Friends of Hermon Dog Park
Wine tasting fans supported local animal rescue, pet owner education, dog and cat health issues throughout Northeast Los Angeles and had a great time as well! Our first ever Wine Tasting Benefit was on Thursday October 6th from 6-10pm at Atwater Village's 55 Degree Wine (a  Best of Citysearch  Wine Bar) 3111 Glendale Blvd., LA 90039. Supporters each had a a flight of four wines and assorted appetizers. A silent auction included doggie items, art (works by David Edward Byrd, Margaret Garcia and Paul Lam) and a vacation rental in Cambria. Download the flyer.

Our September Yappy Hour (Sunday, September 25, 5-7pm) featured a special seminar by local dog trainer, Erica Lake. Erica spoke about techniques to make your dog a happy, confident and well-mannered member of your family. Dogs came to Yappy Hour at 5 for a little exercise and then sat through the seminar from 6-7. Gifts were raffled and we had treats for dogs and humans! We had a great question and answer session--thanks, Erica! You can view the flyer and see photos on our FaceBook page.

Have you mourned the loss of a beloved pet recently or even from years in the past? Do you have to anticipate the death of your pet? Felt alone in your grief because of not being understood for the deep connection you felt with your pet? At our June Pet Education seminar on Sunday, June 26 Certified Pet Loss and Bereavement Counselors Dr. Sandra Grossman and Ellie Freedman presented "Pet Loss and Heart Recovery", helping pet owners heal from the loss of a pet. The seminar was a big success! View the flyer from this event. See photos on our FaceBook page.

On Sunday, March 27, during our regular monthly Yappy Hour, Friends of Hermon Dog Park sponsored a very important Pet Emergency Preparedness Seminar by Cindy Sanchez of Noah's Wish. We had some very cool emergency kits as raffle gifts and the usual people and doggie snacks. Check out photos on our FaceBook page.

FORTY-FOUR SHELTER PETS found their new forever homes at the Adopt a Valentine event presented by the Friends of Hermon Dog Park in February. That's a fantastic number of pets to join families that really want them. Thank you to the many, many volunteers, sponsors, and vendors who helped make this happen, including comedienne and advocate Debra Wilson, Four Legged Friends Foundation who entertained with "Dancing with the dogs" and our co-sponsors Arroyo Seco Neighborhood Council, LA Animal Services, Atwater Village Neighborhood Council, LA City Councilmember Jose Huizar and Council President Eric Garcetti. See photos by Martha Benedict.

The annual Northeast Los Angeles Holiday Parade was held on Sunday, December 5th, 2010, and once again, the Friends of Hermon Dog Park marched as the "Santa Paws Squad". Dogs and their people dressed for the holidays and were seen by more than 15,000 spectators and the parade was televised! See photos on our FaceBook page.

On Sunday, October 31st, we held our annual "HOWL-oween" Yappy Hour and Doggie Costume Contest. Prizes were awarded for "most original", "cutest", "funniest", "scariest" and "best team" (of pets and their people). We also hosted the great "Peanut Butter Lick-off", acclaimed by Dog Fancy Magazine. Check out the photos on FaceBook.

We held our annual springtime Doggie Bonnet Dress-up Contest at our April 25th, 2010 "Yappy Hour" at Hermon Dog Park. We awarded prizes for the winners of categorys like most seasonal bonnet, silliest bonnet, most creative bonnet and best in show. Always a blast!

On February 13th, 2010, we presented the first annual "Adopt a Valentine" festival at the North Central Animal Shelter. It was a beautiful day and we had a great turnout. Best of all, 45 homeless animals were adopted that day, all spayed or neutered, microchipped and vaccinated at special discount rates. Thank you to our wonderful volunteer students from Los Angeles International Charter and Franklin High Schools, as well as volunteers from LAAS and the community. Special thanks also go to our financial partners: the Arroyo Seco, Atwater Village, and Greater Cypress Park Neighborhood Councils, the FHDP, Councilmember Eric Garcetti of CD13, and LAAS. It was truly a group effort.

The Santa Paws Squad had a great showing in the 2009 Northeast Los Angeles Holiday Parade with 50-60 good folks out and nearly that many merry pooches proudly walking down Figueroa Street. We were also one of just a couple of parade participants singled out and highlighted on this week's edition of "This Week in L.A."   a 30-minute Channel 35 program aired daily that tells about some of the many interesting City events. They love us.

Thanks to everyone who turned out for the fourth annual Dog Days of Summer on Saturday, July 18, 2009. It was a great success with many dogs and cats finding new homes. CD 14 Council Member Huizar helped sponsor the event and wrote about us in his blog.