Weekend Shows set for November 15-16 at the Oaks Expo CenterPHILADELPHIA, PA —For 16 years, Southampton-based Philadoptables has worked hard to generate community awareness about animal rescue, helped promote homeless animals, and provided support though fundraising for animals in need in the Greater Philadelphia area. Now, they are the recipients of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s “Dogs’ Best Friend Award” for 2025.The recipient of the Dog’s Best Friend Award receives a $5,000 donation and will be recognized on Saturday, November 15 during the National Dog Show ceremonies at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA. The shows run through the weekend of November 15 and 16, and tickets ($10-$20) may bepurchased in advance and at the door during show hours. Visit www.nds.nationaldogshow.com for tickets and details.Founded in 2009 as a 501(c) nonprofit, Philadoptables offers a variety of in-demand services to at-risk animals in the region. Through donations and volunteers, they provide funding to shelters for help with improvements, equipment and basic care. They offer financial support to low-income pet owners, and keep community cats safe through a spaying and neutering program.Philadoptables’ ultimate goal is to help keep animals safe and homed.  Interested community members can of course adopt or foster an animal, but they can also volunteer. Email info@philadoptables.org  to learn more about getting involved with Philadoptables and other local animal rescue groups.”There are thousands of animals in need in the Philadelphia area, whether they are in shelters, the streets, or homes, and we depend on our community’s generosity to support our efforts to help them,” said Michelle Helms, founder and president of Philadoptables. “We are incredibly grateful to receive this award, and can’t wait to use the funds to help even more animals in the region.”                    The Kennel Club of Philadelphia created “The Dogs’ Best Friend Award” to inspire and motivate others to contribute to animal welfare in their community, and protect our region’s dogs whose service and companionship are a critical and enriching part of American life.