There are plenty of dog, cat, bunny and other animal events to howl about this month including adoption specials, Mission Paws-ible, Halloween Howl, Dog-O-Ween and the Black Cat Ball.

Pluto has been waiting for a belly-scratching, low-energy owner for months. He was rescued from a hoarder and has limited mobility in his rear legs. He's one of the pets in the Seattle Animal Shelter's Mission Paws-ible adoption event. Photo courtesy of Seattle Animal Shelter.

Here's a roundup of October events. Before leaving home, check the event website (click on the event name) to make sure your pet is welcome and for schedule changes.

If you have an upcoming event, please tell us about it in an email to tailsofseattle@seattletimes.com.

Free Adoptions: Through Sunday, Oct. 9, Seattle Humane Society, 13212 S.E. Eastgate Way, Bellevue. Adoption fees are being waived for dogs, cats, rabbits and other animals today (11 a.m.-8 p.m.) and Sunday (11 a.m.-6 p.m.) for pets on the organization's adoption floor and on its website. Adopters will be entered to win a pet-friendly daily prize and the grand prize, a professional pet portrait by photographer Sandra Coan.

Adopt-A-Dog Month: This month, PAWS is offering a 10 percent discount on adoption fees for all adult dogs. To see some of the available dogs and for details on adoptions, click here. The PAWS shelter is at 15305 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood.

Adoptions and Reunion: Saturday, Oct. 8, and Sunday, Oct. 9, Petco, 809 N.E. 45th St., Seattle. During store hours, animal rescue groups will have pets available for adoption as part of Petco's National Adoption Reunion and adoption celebration. Get a "National Adoption Celebration" commemorative pet collar charm while supplies last.

Mission Paws-ible: Saturday, Oct. 8, - Sunday, Oct. 16, Seattle Animal Shelter, 2061 15th Ave. W., Seattle. To help overlooked animals find their forever homes, adoption fees are being waived on select cats, dogs and other critters. That means adopters pay just the two-year licensing fees ($37 for an altered dog and $27 for an altered cat). The adoption package, which usually costs about $130-$200, includes initial vaccinations, deworming, spay or neuter and microchip ID. Look for the "Mission Paws-ible" note on the kennel or petfinder.com post. The shelter is open noon-6 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.

Bella enjoys some petting but she can be selective about who touches her. Because of her independent nature, Bella hasn't found her perfect home yet. She's one of many pets available at Seattle Animal Shelter. Raindog Photography image courtesy of Seattle Animal Shelter.

Pet-A-Palooza: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, Marymoor Park, Redmond. This free event features an entertainment stage, dog agility demonstrations, vendors and at 12:15 p.m. a pet-talent contest. There's also a kids' activities area. $1 parking fee.

Pasado's Pierce County Office Grand Opening: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14., 315 39th Ave. S.W., Suite 14, Puyallup. Tour the new office and meet Pasado's new Animal Cruelty Investigation Team at this free event. Parking available behind the building.

Black Cat Ball: Saturday, Oct. 22, Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. Champagne reception, dinner and auction benefit for Purrfect Pals, which provides several programs for homeless cats including foster and hospice care. Costumes, encouraged. Tickets are $100-$200.

Halloween Howl: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Edmonds Off Leash Area. Pooches who like to wear silly wigs and outfits can show off their style at the 1 p.m. costume contest. If your dogs are too cool to dance around in tutus, they can check out the vendor booths or frolick in the water at this scenic off-leash area.

Paws in the Pumpkin Patch: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S., Tukwila. The Evergreen Cat Fanciers host a 12-ring all-breed and household pet cat show.

Pasado's Safe Haven Volunteer Orientation: 10:45 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15., Pasado's Safe Haven Sanctuary (directions will be mailed to participants). Pasado's has a wide range of volunteer opportunities for people who enjoy animals, fund-raising and meeting the public at events. Click here to get an email application to attend the orientation.

Dog-O-Ween: 11-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, future site of Magnolia Manor Park off-leash area, 3500 28th Ave. West, Seattle. Bring your pooch on a leash and in costume to win prizes, visit vendors and learn about park changes. Citizens for Off-Leash Areas and Friends of Magnolia Manor Park are teaming up to host this benefit.

Muttster Mash: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Muttley Crew Cuts, 4200 S.W. Admiral Way Suite C, Seattle. Dog costume contest and social gathering benefits Animal Aid & Rescue Foundation (AARF).

Raining Cats and Dogs Benefit Auction: 5-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Swedish Cultural Center, 1920 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle. Live and silent auctions proceeds go to the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation to help the shelter's programs. The $75 admission includes food and two drinks.

Dawg Dash: 8-10:35 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, Husky Stadium, University of Washington, Seattle. This dog-friendly event is the last chance to run on the track before it is removed for renovations. Register for the 10K run, 5K run/walk and receive a T-shirt. Kids can enter the free Husky Pups Run. Dogs need to be on leash and, no matter how tempting it may look, stay off the field turf.

Seattle Walk for Farm Animals: 10 a.m. check-in with 11 a.m. walk start, Sunday, Oct. 23, Green Lake Park, Seattle. Early registration for the Farm Sanctuary event is $15 for adults; $5 for kids 13-17. Free for kids 12 and under. Registration fee on the day of the event is $35.

Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Photo shoot: 4-7p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, The Wash Dog, 6400 California Ave. S.W., Seattle. Bring you pet in costume or borrow an outfit at the shop for a keepsake photograph by PhotoMura Images. Suggested donation of $5 or a bag of pet food benefits Furry Faces Foundation.