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Pet Costume Contest
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Wags for Hope Presents
Howl-O-Wine
Sip. Stay. Donate Today!
Raise a glass and help Wags for Hope bring comfort, connection and healing to people throughout our community through the power of pet therapy.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
12-5PM
12-5PM
The Healing Power of Pet Therapy
Every visit creates a meaningful connection.
Wags for Hope pet therapy teams bring comfort, encouragement and joy to people experiencing illness, stress, grief, loneliness and other difficult moments.
Through compassionate visits in hospitals, schools, senior communities and other care environments, volunteers and their animals help people feel calmer, happier and less alone.
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One gentle paw, one reassuring presence and one wagging tail can create a moment of
Comfort & Hope.
Event Information
Join us for Howl-O-Wine.
Bring your friends, your appetite and your best-dressed pet for an afternoon of wine, food, music, prizes and fun—all in support of Wags for Hope.
Guests 21+
Wine Tastings
Enjoy tastings from Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard while taking in the beautiful scenery.
Free Gift
Free Insulated Wine Glass
Guests age 21 and older receive a complimentary insulated wine glass while supplies last.
Great Food
Food Truck
Grab something delicious from the food truck while enjoying the afternoon festivities.
Live Entertainment
Live Music
Relax with live music throughout the afternoon while sipping wine and visiting with friends.
Over $500 in Prizes
Donate & Dash + Raffle
Browse themed gift baskets, purchase raffle tickets and win exciting prizes valued at more than $500 while supporting Wags for Hope.
DateSaturday, October 17, 2026
Time12–5 PM
LocationSugarloaf Mountain Vineyard18125 Comus Rd, Dickerson, MD 20842
AttireFestive wine-country casual
Sip. Stay. Donate Today.
Choose your level of support.
Whether you attend the event or support from home, your contribution helps Wags for Hope share the healing benefits of pet therapy with more people.
$25
Helps provide supplies and materials used during community pet therapy visits.
Donate $25$50
Supports volunteer education, preparation and ongoing therapy team resources.
Donate $50$100
Helps Wags for Hope prepare and support pet therapy teams serving the community.
Donate $100Your Choice
Choose the amount that is right for you and help create more moments of comfort and connection.
Give Any Amount
Thank you so much for your generosity!
Celebrate With Us
Good wine. Great company. An important cause.
Howl-O-Wine is an afternoon for animal lovers, friends and community supporters to gather while raising funds for the life-changing work of Wags for Hope.
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Wine Tastings
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Pet Therapy Teams
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Food and Refreshments
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Silent Auction
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Raffles and Prizes
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Stories of Hope
Your Support at Work
Help us reach more people who need a reason to smile.
Proceeds from Howl-O-Wine help Wags for Hope prepare, support and expand the volunteer pet therapy teams serving the community.
Prepare Therapy Teams
Support the evaluation, orientation and preparation of volunteer handlers and their therapy animals.
Provide Meaningful Visits
Help therapy teams bring encouragement and emotional support to people throughout the community.
Expand Community Outreach
Create new partnerships and bring pet therapy programs to additional facilities and organizations.
Support Care Facilities
Reach patients, families and staff members in hospitals, rehabilitation centers and care settings.
Encourage Young People
Help students develop confidence, reduce stress and experience the calming presence of a therapy animal.
Create Moments of Joy
Give people facing isolation, anxiety or difficult circumstances a positive and memorable experience.
Every Contribution Matters
Raise a glass. Share a smile. Bring hope.
Your ticket, donation or sponsorship helps Wags for Hope create more opportunities for people to experience the comfort and healing of pet therapy.