New Volunteer Orientation & Open House
2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | SOS reTAIL, 577 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, RI, 02879, United States
Learn all the juicy details about how to save lives with SOS! Whether you are a seasoned SOS volunteer, a newbie, or just starting to consider volunteering with a dog rescue organization, join us for our New Volunteer Orientation to learn more.
The Orientation includes an overview of Save One Soul Animal Rescue League and a chance to meet some of our amazing dogs and volunteers. We will answer any questions you may have about SOSARL, and after the orientation, if you want to be involved, we will share with you the current opportunities and have volunteer applications for you to complete to start the onboarding process.
RSVP by sending an email volunteer@sosarl.org.

Adoption Event @ SOS reTAIL
2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-17 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | SOS reTAIL, 577 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, RI, 02879, United States
Come meet some of our AMAZING dogs IN ACTION! We will have some of our adoptable dogs dogs to see and meet! Be ready for some kisses, and LOTS of CUTENESS!

The adoption matchmaking process is a collaborative effort among the adopter and SOS volunteers. Many individuals may be involved in the process, including you and your entire household (including your current pets!), your adoption counselor, the foster home, and an SOS trainer. We have many years and thousands of matches of experience, and are committed to using our knowledge to create successful outcomes.

Want to get the process started? Don’t wait until the event to submit your SOS application at sosarl.org/adopt.

Please note that pre-screened status does not guarantee adoption of any particular dog, nor availability of any particular dog.

Adoption Event @ SOS reTAIL
2026-01-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-16 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-30 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-13 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | SOS reTAIL, 577 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, RI, 02879, United States
Come meet some of our AMAZING dogs IN ACTION! We will have some of our adoptable dogs to see and meet! Be ready for some kisses, and LOTS of CUTENESS!

The adoption matchmaking process is a collaborative effort among the adopter and SOS volunteers. Many individuals may be involved in the process, including you and your entire household (including your current pets!), your adoption counselor, the foster home, and an SOS trainer. We have many years and thousands of matches of experience, and are committed to using our knowledge to create successful outcomes.

Want to get the process started? Don’t wait until the event to submit your SOS application at sosarl.org/adopt.

Please note that pre-screened status does not guarantee adoption of any particular dog, nor availability of any particular dog.

Woof You Be Mine 2026
2026-02-13 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Guild, 461 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI, 02860, United States
Rhode Island Pet Network and BUPPY PETS are back for their annual evening of puppy love! “Speed date” adoptable dogs from Save One Soul Animal Rescue League to perhaps find the perfect new four-legged addition to your life.
Enjoy The Guild’s craft beer and wine in The Beer Barn, shop from our local Valentine’s-themed vendors, treat yourself to some tasty snacks (for people and pets!), and more.
Not looking to adopt right now? No problem! Grab your friends and/or your own canine companion to enjoy this magical evening while supporting animal rescue initiatives and local small businesses. It’s the perfect Valentine’s date or “Pal”entine’s night out.
Vendors:
BUPPY PETS
Andrea’s Custom Collars
Beau Tyler
Jack’s Snacks
My Tail’s Wagging
SOS reTAIL
Pet Portraits by Legendary Lynn
Le Chat Noir Tarot
Food
GG’s pretzels
JA Patty
Sweet Deliveries Bakery
Live music by Lainey Dionne, tarot card reading by Le Chat Noir, watercolor pet portraits by Legendary Lynn, kissing booth photo opps, raffles and more!
$5 entry donation encouraged. Leashed, well-mannered dogs are welcome (but cannot enter the adoptable dog area, please)!

Adoption Event @ Sons of Liberty Spirits Co.
2026-03-01 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Sons of Liberty Spirits Co., 1425 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown, 02879, United States
Join us at Sons of Liberty Spirits Co. on Sunday, March 1st for an adoption event, live music, exceptional local spirits, food, and community fun!

We at Save One Soul Animal Rescue League will have some of our adoptable dogs to see and meet!

Grab a cocktail or two, listen to live music by Deux and enjoy some yummy food that will be available for sale from FYR Grill food truck! $2 from every cocktail sold during the event will go to SOSARL!

Want to get the process started? Don’t wait until the event to submit your SOS application at sosarl.org/adopt.

Funny 4 Fido
2026-03-07 19:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Crowne Plaza, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886, United States
Join us for SOSARL’s 8th Annual Funny 4 Fido Comedy Night Fundraiser! Get ready to laugh for a cause with Funny 4 Fido, one of the biggest and most impactful fundraisers for Save One Soul!

Funny 4 Fido 2026 will be held at The Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI in the Plaza Ballroom. Join us for a night of good laughs, good company, and good luck with all proceeds going directly to helping homeless dogs. Featuring top local comedians, raffles, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, a live auction and more! Doors open at 7pm and the show kicks off at 8pm.

Cash bar and food concessions will be available for purchase at the venue.

Tickets are $35/each. Save with friends and get a table of 10 – $300 total or $30/each.

Adoption Event @ The Black Dog (2 Locations: Newport Wharf & Newport Thames)
2026-03-28 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Black Dog, 33 Bannister's Wharf, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Join us at The Black Dog’s two Newport locations (Bannister’s Wharf & Thames St.) for a mini adoption event on Saturday, March 28th from 11am-2pm!
Check our Facebook page closer to the event to see the full lineup of dogs attending at each location.
The Black Dog will also be donating 20% of all sales from March 28th at both Newport locations to SOSARL! Stop in and meet some of our adoptable dogs, support our rescue, and support a wonderful local business!
LOCATIONS
The Black Dog Bannister’s Wharf
33 Bannister’s Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
&
The Black Dog Thames St.
240 Thames St , Newport, RI 02840

Ultimutt Birthday Carnival
2026-06-28 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | SOS reTAIL, 577 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, RI, 02879, United States
Join us for the 3rd Annual Ultimutt Birthday Carnival to celebrate SOSARL and SOS reTAIL!

You and your pup can look forward to:*Pawtastic Carnival Games*Splish Splash Pup Fun Zone*Doggie Goodie Bags*FUNraising and Raffles*Popcorn, Snow Cones and Pup Cups*Adoptable Party Animals (rescue dogs!)and more!

Stay tuned for more details, but for now, SAVE THE DATE!

RAIN DATE: July 12th, same time and place!
