Lisa Vanderpump hosts 9th annual World Dog Day in West Hollywood

Lisa Vanderpump, Ken Todd and The Vanderpump Dog Foundation drew more than 2,000 people and their dogs to West Hollywood on Sept. 26 for the 9th annual World Dog Day. The event highlighted rescue work, adoption efforts and animal welfare awareness while showcasing local vendors, celebrity guests and dog-friendly activities.

Why it matters: - World Dog Day turned a community event into a fundraising and awareness platform for animal rescue and anti-abuse efforts. - The gathering put a public spotlight on The Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s local and international rescue work. - The event also connected adopters, rescue advocates, vendors and sponsors in one place.

What happened: - Lisa Vanderpump, Ken Todd and The Vanderpump Dog Foundation hosted the 9th annual World Dog Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in West Hollywood, California. - The outdoor event was presented by Society Gal and co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood. - More than 2,000 people and their dogs attended. - The event featured more than 50 pet-centered vendors, celebrity guests, live entertainment and activities throughout the day. - Lisa Vanderpump welcomed attendees and spoke about the importance of rescue work and the foundation’s ongoing efforts. - West Hollywood Mayor John Heilman and Councilmember Lauren Meister also welcomed attendees and supported the event.

The details: - The event focused on raising awareness about animal abuse and neglect in the United States and abroad. - A Doggy Adoption Area was presented by the Tweezerman Pet Collection. - An Education Area was presented by Palms & Paws Veterinary Center. - DJ Bateeza and Venus Binkley of Vanderpump Rules hosted entertainment and dog-friendly activities. - Natalie Maguire of Vanderpump Rules delivered a live performance. - Celebrity judges included Vanderpump Rules stars Jason Cohen and Chris Hahn, along with Vanderpump Rules and The Valley star Tom Schwartz. - The Vanderpump Dogs Look-Alike Contest, presented by The Posh Puppy Boutique, drew strong crowd interest. - The Doggy Pie-Eating Contest was another popular attraction. - Guests and dogs took part in carnival-style games, including ring toss and duck pond games. - The Splash Zone, presented by Three Peas in a Pod Productions, gave dogs a place to cool off. - The Doggy Play Park, presented by Fresh Patc,h, gave dogs more room to play. - Liquid Death provided water for attendees on a hot day. - Celebrity guests included Sharon Osbourne, Tom Schwartz, Zack Wickham, Michael Turchin, Natalie Maguire, Venus Binkley, Chris Hahn and Jason Cohen. - Vanderpump said the foundation has now saved 3,000 dogs in Los Angeles while continuing international rescue work. - Vanderpump said the foundation’s work includes support through its Emergency Medical Fund and rescuing dogs from local shelters.

Between the lines: - The event mixed entertainment with rescue messaging, which can widen the audience for animal welfare causes. - The celebrity-heavy lineup likely helped draw attention to the foundation’s mission and broaden community turnout. - The focus on adoption, education and emergency medical support points to a rescue model that goes beyond one-day events.

What's next: - The Vanderpump Dog Foundation said it will continue rescue efforts locally and internationally. - The organization also plans to keep supporting dogs in critical condition through its Emergency Medical Fund. - More information is available on the foundation’s website at the foundation’s website. - The foundation also maintains an Instagram presence at its social media page.

The bottom line: - World Dog Day served as a high-visibility celebration of dogs and a direct showcase for The Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s rescue work.