Dogs and cats in need of loving homes will come to Palmer Square on Sunday, October 19 from noon to 3 p.m., when SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals and Palmer Square hosts “SAVE on the Square.”

In keeping with National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, this family-friendly event is designed to raise awareness about the “adoption option” for homeless dogs and cats and to showcase several of SAVE’s furry friends.

“We approached SAVE about hosting this event with us because we admire their work, as do many supporters in the community,” says Anita Fresolone, marketing director for Palmer Square Management. “We felt that coming up with a way to showcase them on the Green would be great exposure for their mission.”

The afternoon will include a visit from the Trenton Thunder mascot from noon to 1 p.m., a demonstration by the Princeton Dog Training Club from 1-2 p.m., local, pet-friendly vendors, and a veterinarian to answer pet-related questions.

Games and raffle prizes will be donated by Palmer Square stores and restaurants. There will be a 50/50 raffle (drawing to take place on November 15), and children can enter an art contest by submitting a drawing of “their perfect day with a pet.”

Since 1941, SAVE has been dedicated to strengthening the human-animal bond. The SAVE family works to make a difference in the lives of many deserving pets by cleaning cages, walking dogs, socializing the animals in residence, and assisting with special events. SAVE depends on the community at large to support the shelter’s dogs and cats in residence. For more information about SAVE or SAVE on the Square, call (609) 921-6122.