Did you know that a whopping 83 percent of dog ownersaccording to the American Pet Associationgot their pooch for companionship? Damn. How many of these owners are single, attractive, and craving human attention? You can scope out potential suitors at the release party for local author Brenda Bryans Barking Buddha: Simple Soul Stretches for Yogi and Dogi (Skipstone, $12.95). The bash is a win-win for all attendees: You get your booze on, your dog scores (free!) treats, and if you decide he could benefit from some meditation exercises, a portion your book purchase benefits the Seattle Humane Society. All you have to do is RSVP (223-6303 x117) to get on the 200-plus guest list. With numbers like these, the odds are totally in myahem, I mean yourfavor for finding a hot date who isnt bullshitting when he or she says they love dogs. ERIKA HOBART
Wed., June 24, 6-8 p.m., 2009
