Welcome to FamousDC’s Morning Commute – our series where we give Washingtonians a little break from their morning frustrations that is DC traffic and give them a lift. In this episode, we meet Wayne Pacelle, President and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States where he talks paw-licy, paw-ternity …

Take a walk on the wild side! On July 23rd, the National Zoo is hosting their 11th annual Brew at the Zoo! This year’s event is pouring a collection of over 70 craft beers for the tasting in support of animal conservation. Buy your tickets here!

The title pretty much says it all, but here’s what the National Zoo says is going on: Asian small-clawed otter paws fly across the keyboard as part of their #ZooEnrichment. The otters are given the choice to play the keyboard or just sit back and enjoy the show—engaging their sight, touch, and hearing senses.