Your pup is part of the family, right? Then, celebrate your family pet at one of these canine-themed activities in October!

Some of the following events are just for humans, such as the performance of Go, Dog. Go! at the Children's Theatre. But Fido can get in on the family fun at several events this month, including the 3rd Annual Paws on Pinnacle and Pooches & Pumpkins at Good Earth Garden Center. 

Tail Waggin' Tutors at Laman Library Argenta Branch: This program provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where children can boost their reading skills and build self-esteem by reading to furry friends. 3:30 p.m. each Tue. & 10:30 a.m. each Sat. For info: (501) 687-1061, LamanLibrary.org. FREE!

Go, Dog. Go! at the Arkansas Arts Center Children’s Theatre: Find out where the dogs are going and why they are going so fast, as the Children's Theatre presents this captivating adaptation of P.D. Eastman's famous canine extravaganza. Watch the stage explode with a delight of color, motion, music, and dogs. 7 p.m. Fri.; 2 p.m. Sat. & Sun. Oct. 3-5. $12.50 for children and adults & $10 for AAC members. For info: (501) 372-4000, ArkansasArtsCenter.org.

Atomic Dogg Magazine Super Bully Show at Clear Channel Metroplex: Sponsored by Black Gold Premium Dog Food, this worldwide event includes vendors, kennels, magazines, clothing, and a Triple AKC Conformation event at 10 a.m. Doors open at 8 a.m. Oct. 4. $15, kids under 15 are free. For info: (770) 658-9237, AtomicDoggShowLittleRock.com.

3rd Annual Paws on Pinnacle at Pinnacle Mountain State Park: This event features informative programs about caring for your dog, getting outside and hiking safely with your dog, and agility and working dog demonstrations. The final event of the day will be a dog "Howl-O-Ween" costume contest! Programs begin at 8 a.m., and the costume contest at 3 p.m. All well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome to attend. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 18. For info: (501) 868-5806, ArkansasStateParks.com/PinnacleMountain. FREE!

Pooches & Pumpkins at The Good Earth Garden Center: Snap family photos in themed areas, bring your pup for a pet costume contest, snack on free hot dogs, ride along for a hayride, and enjoy balloons, face painting, and live music. Kids and pets in costume receive little pumpkins while they last. 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Oct. 18. For info: (501) 868-4666, TheGoodEarthGarden.com. FREE!

Barktober Fest at MacArthur Park: Paid admission includes food/beer/wine and leashed-dogs welcome. Oct. 25. See website for time and additional details. For info: MacArthurParkLR.com.

For more events, browse our full online calendar here.