DOGTOBER Writers Round at 3rd & Lindsley

Acclaimed Nashville Songwriters Unite for a “Doggone Good” Cause

Jamie O'Neal, Jamie Floyd and Carolyn Dawn Johnson to Headline Annual “Dogtober” Writers Round

Proceeds to Benefit PEDIGREE Foundation Disaster Relief Efforts for Rescue Dogs Nationwide

Some of Nashville’s most celebrated singer-songwriters are coming together to raise their voices - and support - for dogs affected by natural disasters across the country. PEDIGREE Foundation is proud to announce its annual “Dogtober” Writers Round, set for October 1, 2025, at 3rd & Lindsley in Nashville, TN (6:00 PM doors | 7:30 PM show).

This unforgettable night of music and storytelling will feature top award-winning singer-songwriters Jamie O’Neal, Jamie Floyd and Carolyn Dawn Johnson. Attendees can expect a one-of-a-kind evening as these acclaimed artists share the songs and stories that have shaped country music. Sponsored by Hillman Group and Pinnacle Financial Partners, the event will be emceed by Danielle Breezy, WKRN’s Chief Meteorologist, and Joe Breezy of Mix 92.9. 

All proceeds will benefit PEDIGREE Foundation’s disaster relief efforts,helping rescue dogs nationwide - including those affected by recent catastrophic floods in Texas, New Mexico and other disaster-stricken regions.

PEDIGREE Foundation partners with shelters and rescues to provide critical support during emergencies — transporting displaced animals to safety, supplying food and medical care and working to find them loving homes. The Foundation’s mission is to end pet homelessness through programs that support fostering, behavior training, transport and disaster relief. 

“We’re proud to host our annual DOGTOBER Writers Round once again this year,” said Deb Fair, Executive Director of PEDIGREE Foundation. “This event is more than a night of music - it’s a lifeline for pets in need. Through the support this event generates, PEDIGREE Foundation Disaster Relief Grants give shelters and rescues the ability to mobilize quickly with food, medical care and safe shelter for dogs impacted by disasters. Acting fast is what saves lives when every moment counts.”

Since 2008, PEDIGREE Foundation has awarded 6,300 grants and over $14 million to U.S. shelters and rescues that help dogs in need. In 2024, PEDIGREE Foundation funded 96 animal shelters and rescue organizationsacross the U.S. and Canada, helping more than 77,000 dogs for a lifetime total of nearly 900,000 dogs. Last year, the foundation awarded more than $282,000 in disaster relief grants to help impacted areas, which provided shelters and rescues with the resources needed to keep animals safe in the wake of these unexpected and tragic events.

Tickets are just $25 and available now at www.3rdandLindsley.com. This event is expected to sell out quickly, so early purchase is encouraged.

Additional sponsors raising a paw for dogs in need include Highwoods Properties, Nashville Predators, Nashville Soccer Club and the Tennessee Titans. 

To learn more about PEDIGREE Foundation or donate to help find loving homes for dogs in need, please visit PEDIGREEFoundation.org and follow PEDIGREE Foundation on social media (Facebook and Instagram).