PAWS &

Dog about town

Little Child — or LC for short — is a Maltese/poodle mix who enjoys jaunts at area dog parks, attends concerts at Main Street Gardens, grabs snacks from food trucks in the Arts District and walks the docks of WhiteRock Lake. “She truly is an embodiment of a Dallas dog,” says her person, Lilly Neubauer of Preston Hollow.

They pose as caring breeders when you buy puppies online, at trade days, or in parking lots. They don’t want you to know the truth. They’ll never invite you cages, producing litter after litter until they die of neglect or disease. You’ll never see behind the scenes. But we have, and if you knew what we know, you’d never support this cruel industry. Don’t buy it.

what gives?

Small ways that you can make a big difference for nonprofits

View canned food sculptures

The annual Canstruction charity event is Oct. 6-21 at NorthPark Center. Architecture and design firms compete to build whimsical structures entirely out of canned food. Patrons can watch the teams create the sculptures Oct. 6 and vote for their favorites. When the exhibit ends Oct. 21, all of the cans will be donated to the North Texas Food Bank. For more information, visit ntfb.org.

Run a race

The OneRun 5k run and walk for cancer survivors is 8-11 a.m. Oct. 6 at Reverchon Park, and the route follows the Katy Trail. The event benefits the Cancer Support Community North Texas, uniting local cancer survivors and the people who support them. Race participants will wear colors representing different types of cancers. A post-race party features food, family activities and live music by Vocal Trash. The race entry fee is $35. For more information, visit oneruntexas.org.

Run a race … with paint!

While running a 1k or 5k race, participants get covered in washable, non-toxic, edible paint. The fundraiser is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 13 at Bachman Lake, benefiting Community for Permanent Supported Housing, an organization that provides homes for the disabled. Registration is $25-$50 and available for individuals or teams. Be sure to wear white so the paint colors appear more vibrant. For more details, visit movementme.wix.com/paint-run.

Know Of Ways

that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.

Dutch Art Gallery

Your gallery for custom framing & fine art. We carry original oil paintings, ready made frames, sculptures, home decor and decorative arts. 10233 E. NW Hwy. #420 @ Ferndale 214.348.7350 dutchartusa.com

Beaucoup

Come by Beaucoup for fabulous fashions, unique jewelry, and charming home decor! 2815 Henderson Ave. Dallas 214.823.7906 635 W. Campbell Rd. Richardson 972.235.7906 facebook.com/beaucouphome

Yoga Mart

Support your yoga or meditation practice with the proper tools. Many styles of mats, bolsters and meditation cushions available for every style of practice. 6039 Oram (at Skillman) 214.534.4469 yogamartusa.com

Matthew Trent Jewelry

214.871.9170 – Uptown on Maple – www.matthewtrent.com

Minime

These adorable storage bins are tough enough to hold whatever you throw in them, but cute enough to complement the best dressed home. 6719 Snider Plaza minimedallas.com 214.346.5401

Once Upon A Child

Spooky to think that Halloween is just around the corner. Come see our SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Costumes before they’re all gone! 6300 Skillman St #150 214.503.6010 onceuponachildlakehighlands.com