Animal lovers will gather on Saturday, August 20, for a special evening of “Dancing with the Dogs!” The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s black-tie gala will honor Petco and the Petco Foundation for their outstanding longtime support. Attendees are invited to bring their well-mannered, leashed dogs. Dog butlers will be available to cater to canine wishes. (619/243-3479, furball@sdhumane.org)   MASON RICHEY