--- title: Dogs & Kittens are Heroes of Several Regency Summer Pet Events description: Several Regency properties and their communities have celebrated a Summer of Pets with Yappy Summer and kitten adoption festivities. image: https://connect.regencycenters.com/hubfs/E_190701_N254.jpg --- - [Home](https://www.regencycenters.com/) - [Properties](https://connect.regencycenters.com/properties) - [In Development](https://connect.regencycenters.com/in-development) - [Regency](https://connect.regencycenters.com/regency) - [Contact](https://connect.regencycenters.com/contact) - [Investors](http://investors.regencycenters.com) - [Tenants](https://connect.regencycenters.com/tenants) - [Blog](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog) - [Corporate Responsibility](https://www.regencycenters.com/corporate-responsibility) - [Leadership](https://www.regencycenters.com/leadership) - [Investors](http://investors.regencycenters.com) - [Tenants](https://www.regencycenters.com/tenants) - [Careers](https://www.regencycenters.com/regency/careers) [![Regency Centers](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/regency-centers.svg)](https://www.regencycenters.com/) [![Search](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/icon-search.svg) Properties](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties) ![Menu](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/icon-menu.svg) Menu - [Properties](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties) - [In Development](https://www.regencycenters.com/in-development) - [Regency](https://www.regencycenters.com/regency) - [Contact](https://www.regencycenters.com/contact) Search - [Inside Regency](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/inside-regency) - [News Releases](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/news-releases) - [Retailer News](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/retailer-news) # Dogs & Kittens are Heroes of Several Regency Summer Pet Events [Regency Centers](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/author/regency-centers) [Retailer News](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/topic/retailer-news) July 11, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Nine out of 10 Americans say they consider their pets to be a part of their family, and more than half of all Americans have a dog or a cat in their home, according to [PetSecure](https://www.petsecure.com.au/pet-care/a-guide-to-worldwide-pet-ownership/). At Regency Centers, we adore our pets, and know our community members do too. That’s why we’ve deemed this season the Summer of Pets, and many of our developments are celebrating accordingly, with creative pet-inspired festivities that are fun for the whole family. ![Yappy Summer event at the Village at Tustin Legacy outside Yogurtland](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/E_190701_N254.jpg?width=1000&name=E_190701_N254.jpg)*Yappy Summer event at The Village at Tustin Legacy* To close out the month of June, Regency properties including Texas' [The Market at Springwoods Village](http://www.themarketatspringwoodsvillage.com), and California's [The Village at Tustin Legacy](https://shopvillageattustinlegacy.com/) and [Village at La Floresta](http://www.villageatlafloresta.com/) invited community members and their canine companions to commemorate the sunny season with events entitled “Yappy Summer.” The celebrations included all of the ingredients for a beautiful day under the sun: from music, food and beverage sampling to kid-friendly activities, pet activities and vendor giveaways. Furry friends also enjoyed pet food and treat samples, discounts and branded items galore. The events even received special appearances from local four-legged Instagrammers including Orange County’s "[desi\_the\_oes](https://www.instagram.com/desi_the_oes/)" and "[cali\_n\_nova](https://www.instagram.com/cali_n_nova/)" as well as "[theminiweenie](https://www.instagram.com/theminiweenie/)" in Spring, TX. ![Fluffy white dog on a wicker bench during Yappy Summer ](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pup1.jpg?width=1365&name=Pup1.jpg)![Two smaller dogs meeting during Yappy Summer event](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/E_190701_N461.jpg?width=1000&name=E_190701_N461.jpg) Houston influencer [Shelby Swigart](https://www.curlsandpearls.net/news/2019/6/25/yappy-summer-event-shop-the-market-at-spring-village) and her pug “Deeg” joined in on the fun, later documenting their day at The Market at Springwoods Village on her blog, [Curls & Pearls](https://www.curlsandpearls.net/news/2019/6/25/yappy-summer-event-shop-the-market-at-spring-village). “I tried some yummy poke from [Lemon Shark Poke](https://lemonsharkpoke.com/), picked Deeg up some doggie goods from [Natural Pawz](https://naturalpawz.com/), met the sweet ladies of [Cherry Blow Dry Bar](https://www.cherryblowdrybar.com/) and [Edible Arrangements](https://www.ediblearrangements.com/), scored some free [Chick Fil A](https://www.chick-fil-a.com/), checked out [Postal Annex](https://www.postalannex.com/), and even had a slice of yummy [MOD pizza](https://modpizza.com/),” said Swigart. “Plus every vendor had some type of giveaway going on which I thought was so fun!”  ![Dog owner posing with dog and a cartoon drawing of her dog](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bella_1.jpg?width=1365&name=Bella_1.jpg) Cat lovers, fear not — we love our friendly felines, too! Beginning last weekend and happening every Saturday and Sunday through the end of July, [Market Common Clarendon](http://marketcommonclarendon.com/) in Arlington, VA is assisting with adoptions for over 125 cats in need of a “furever” home. In partnership with [Homeward Trails Animal Rescue](https://www.homewardtrails.org/), the pop-up can be found in a vacant space in the development, currently known as the “Kitten Kave.” During its first weekend, the Kitten Kave received more than 150 visitors per day, and participation from several Market Common Clarendon stores. ![Woman holding a small kitten at a cat adoption rally, sign promoting the adoption event](https://connect.regencycenters.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PetAdoption.jpg?width=1000&name=PetAdoption.jpg)*Market Common Clarendon Kitten Kave cat adoptions* > Yappy Summer is one of my favorite events that we put on at Springwoods, mostly because I get to bring my dog,” said Rachel Herman, Property Manager at The Market at Springwoods Village. "Last year we had a mural created outside of Banfield for people to take pictures of their dog with the angel wings. We also pass out bandanas for the pups and some people even dress their dogs up in fun outfits. I think my dogs favorite part was the puppachinos that a tenant was handing out! These events create a sense of community and both the merchants and attendees love it! ##### Connect With Us [Join Our Mailing List](https://www.regencycenters.com/connect-with-us/)  > [Explore Our Markets](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties/our-markets)  > [Find a Space For Your Place](https://www.regencycenters.com/properties)  > ##### Related Stories [Dec 11 Fresh Look Stories, Fall 2017](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/fresh-look-stories-fall-2017) [Dec 06 Fresh Look Stories - Placemaking for Village at Tustin Legacy](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/fresh-look-stories-placemaking-for-village-at-tustin-legacy) [Mar 25 The Market at Springwoods Village Courtyard Hosts Local Dance Recital](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/market-at-springwoods-village-cypress-elite-dance-recital) [Dec 24 Learn How Regency Shopping Centers are Celebrating from Coast-to-Coast](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/regency-shopping-centers-celebrating) [Oct 24 Houston Astros & The Market at Springwoods Village Partner on Mural](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/market-at-springwoods-village-partners-with-astros-for-city-wide-mural-movement) [Dec 24 Learn How Regency Shopping Centers are Celebrating from Coast-to-Coast](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/regency-shopping-centers-celebrating) [Dec 23 Heather Brooker and Village at La Floresta Host Virtual Holiday Party](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/heather-brooker-village-at-la-floresta-virtual-holiday-party) [Oct 28 Regency's Ultimate Tailgate Takeout ft. @jetplanemommy](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/ultimate-tailgate-takeout-ft.-jetplanemommy) [Oct 24 Regency Centers Announces Leasing and Lifestyle Momentum at The Crossing Clarendon](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/regency-centers-announces-leasing-and-lifestyle-momentum-at-the-crossing-clarendon) [Aug 03 Arlington Artists Alliance Opens New Gallery at Regency’s The Crossing Clarendon](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/arlington-artists-alliance-opens-new-gallery-at-regencys-the-crossing-clarendon) [Nov 27 New Merchants at The Crossing Clarendon Expand Center’s Dining, Retail Offerings](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/new-merchants-at-the-crossing-clarendon-expand-centers-dining-retail-offerings) [Jan 23 The Shops at Stone Bridge Takes Shape With Exciting New Retailers](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/the-shops-at-stone-bridge-takes-shape-with-exciting-new-retailers) [Dec 05 Tatte Bakery & Café Opens at Regency’s Westbard Square](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/tatte-bakery-café-opens-at-regencys-westbard-square) [Nov 15 New Grocers Expand in Regency’s Portfolio With Two Southern California Openings in 30 Days](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/new-grocers-expand-regencys-portfolio-with-two-southern-california-openings-in-30-days) [Sep 23 Conga’s Pet Grooming to Open First Brick & Mortar at Welleby Plaza](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/congas-pet-grooming-first-brick-mortar-welleby-plaza) [Nov 07 The Pet Product Market is Booming — Especially Among Millennials](https://connect.regencycenters.com/blog/the-pet-product-market-is-booming-especially-among-millennial-consumers) Subscribe [![Regency Centers](https://www.regencycenters.com/ResourcePackages/Regency/assets/dist/images/regency-centers.svg)](https://connect.regencycenters.com/) - 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