The holidays are a time for giving, and not just to our fellow humans. Creatures of all kinds — including the furry ones — deserve a little extra loving at this time of year. In that spirit, It’s the Pits Dog Rescue will host its second annual “Bark & Brew” event with live music by Eddie Grey, food, drinks and activities at the La Jolla Brew House, located at 7536 Fay Ave., on Dec. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. Santa will make an appearance for photo opportunities and holiday shopping will add to the merriment of the evening. Funds raised at the event will benefit Operation Puppy Love to pay for shots, deworming, microchipping, spaying and neutering three recently rescued pit bulls and their 28 pups. Raffle tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased at www.itsthepits.org. The price for tickets is $5 for one, $20 for five, or $100 for 30. Tickets can be purchased at www.itsthepits.org. For more information about the event, visit www.itsthepits.rescuegroups.org or call (858) 484-0985.