The 2025 Rusty Nail Doggie Pageant

The Animal Outreach of Cape May County raises funds and promotes initiatives to provide shelter, care, and love for the unwanted, abused, and/or abandoned animals of Cape May County, New Jersey.  Their adoption program and spay/neuter clinic helps to greatly reduce the numbers of homeless animals in our county. By attending the Rusty Nail Doggie Pageant, you'll support their efforts to make a measurable difference in the lives of Cape May County's most vulnerable animal population. Learn more at AOCMC.org.

An important part of the Tito’s Handmade Vodka story is the innate connection they have with their canine counterparts. Since the beginning, and inspired by stray dogs found around the distillery, Tito’s has been committed to supporting pets and their people. Through their Vodka for Dog People program, Tito’s amplifies the work of animal-focused nonprofits across the country and beyond, focusing efforts on low-cost spay and neuter services, affordable veterinary care, and adoptions. Between count­less yappy hours, spon­sored events, and their dog-friend­ly work spaces, they’re always ready to cel­e­brate the human and animal bond. Learn more at TitosVodka.com.

Collar & Bone, located at 421 Washington Street, is a doggie ice cream shop and boutique featuring sundaes, a treat bar, accessories, supplements, handmade leashes, toys, and so much more! They even have a dog-friendly entrance on Lyle Lane! Learn more at CollarAndBoneCapeMay.com.