VERO BEACH — Art and animal lovers gathered at a downtown Vero Beach bar Sunday to raise funds and supplies for a local no-kill animal shelter, featuring live music, and a community mural project in a creative push for pet rescue.
During the Pints4Paws event at The Stamp Bar, attendees turned up to drop off food, toys, blankets, and other essentials to support H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue Shelter as it saves, mends, and finds new homes for pets all over the Treasure Coast.
Live performances by local musicians Ben & Brian, Cheep & Song, and Chloe entertained the crowd, while guests sampled themed drinks like “Pawgaritas” and “Whisker Sours.” A portion of bar proceeds went directly to the shelter.
The Irish American Club handled food sales, with earnings also benefiting the rescue efforts.
Headquarters Barber Shop and Dog Days of Vero served as premium sponsors, providing key support for the fundraiser.
Raffle prizes from donors, including South Paw, Scampi Grill, Walking Tree Brewery, TC Creative Co., Salty Sisters Co., Shore LB, and Art by Hopey.
The live mural painting allowed participants to have their pets depicted on The Stamp Bar’s wall for a minimum $20 donation. Artists Kayla Dakin, Emily Snow, Chloe Cappelen, and Hope Johnson collaborated on the piece, turning it into a permanent tribute to local compassion.
Dakin, owner of Organized Creations & Designs LLC and founder of the newly formed BogWater Collective, co-organized the event with Snow, founder of Treasure Coast Creative Consulting Inc.
Pints4Paws marked the collective’s first benefit, aiming to unite Florida artists in projects that promote creativity, community and environmental awareness tied to the state’s landscapes and wildlife.
“The response from the community was incredible,” Dakin said. “This is only the beginning. BogWater Collective is about bringing artists together to create, give back, and make something beautiful that lasts — just like this wall.”
H.A.L.O., or Helping Animals Live and Overcome, is Indian River County’s sole no-kill rescue and adoption center, offering care and second chances to hundreds of animals annually.
For more details or to donate, visit halorescuefl.org.
