Join Hornblower Cruises & Events on Sunday, September 20, for the inaugural Pet Day Bow Wow Brunch Cruise on the bay to benefit the orphaned pets and pet adoption programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center in Rancho Santa Fe. Participating pups will be treated to a special pet buffet presented by Petco and doggie snacks, along with a dog relief walk on the yacht’s sun deck. Owners and guests will also enjoy free-flowing Champagne and mimosas, desserts, socializing, and San Diego Bay views. Boarding begins at 10:30am; the cruise follows from 11am-1pm. Tickets are $59.95 per person, plus tax and tip. Dogs cruise for free (only one dog per person; all dogs must be manageable and on a leash to attend). (619/686-8715, www.hornblower.com/petrescueday)   JANE SHIOMI