We love working with Chicago’s One Tail At A Time not just because they rescued Hansel in 2018, but because they are a kind, inclusive, conscientious, and all-around-badass rescue! On June 27 and 28, 2026, we collaborated on The Blockhead Block Party, aka a discounted adoption fee event focused on dogs that look like pitties. With our grant, adult dog adoption fees went from $300 to $50 and puppy fees from $350 to $150 for the weekend.

We have a soft spot for sweet, silly Samosa, because our Executive Director Katy was her handler at the event — until her family scooped her right up, that is! Watching this match be made was pure joy. Like her friend Gyoza, she went from Chicago Animal Care and Control (and a spay surgery on Thursday) to One Tail foster home to FOREVER in less than a week!

Photos by Madison Jacobson Photography