Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools

The end of August and Labor Day weekend means that the pools are closing, and the dog days of summer are over. Let your pooch have one last dog day of summer!

Many community pools offer dog swims at the end of the season before they drain and clean the pools.  

These events are open to well-behaved dogs and most do not allow humans in the water with the pups due to hygiene issues and due to the fact that the water is no longer being treated with chemicals.  

Call locations or check links for details and rules of the dog swims.

Dog Swims around Columbus

Pooch Pond at Dublin Community Pool South

Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 5:30 pm – 7:45 pm (divided sessions). This event is open to residents of Dublin and their guests. Each dog attending must have an adult (18 years or older) with them at all times. Proof of current rabies vaccine is required.

You must be in control of your dog at all times, and they must be off leash when in the water. Spectators are free and welcome to enjoy this howling good time.

Dublin Community Pool South, 6363 Woerner Temple Rd., Dublin, Ohio 43017

$5 per dog (residents), $7 per dog (Dublin resident guests). Accepting the following items to be donated to the Capital Area Humane Society: Dry/canned dog or cat food and lightly used blankets. Donations must be brought at the time of entry to receive free admission.

See details here.

Paws in the Pool at Bexley Pool

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 6pm – 8pm. Dogs of all sizes are welcome, session divided based on weight. This event is open to all Bexley Residents (member or non-member). Register at www.bexleyrec.com.

All owners will be required to sign a liability waiver upon entrance and provide current license, tags, and vaccinations.
2100 Clifton Ave., Bexley

Doggie Dippin’ at Hilliard Clyde “Butch” Seidle Community Pool

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 4:30 pm – 7:15 pm. Bring your furry friend to our annual end-of-year dog swim at Clyde “Butch” Seidle Community Pool. For the health and safety of the dogs, the pool is not chlorinated and therefore owners are not permitted in the water. 4450 Schirtzinger Road

Admission is $5 per dog. Owners must sign a safety waiver to participate. See details on the website.

Doggie Dip at Hunter’s Ridge Pool in Gahanna

Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 5 pm – 8 pm. Must show proof of current vaccinations and tags. See details about the Doggie Dip on the website.

Admission: $5/dog

341 Harrow Blvd., Gahanna. 614-342-4269

Doggie Paddle at Westerville Highlands Park Aquatic Center

Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 11 am – 2 pm. Bring your pooch to the pool for a special swim time for dogs. Must have proof of license and immunizations. Details here.

$5 per dog
11 a.m.-Noon | Small Dogs (under 25 lbs.)
Noon-2 p.m. | All Dogs

Highlands Park Aquatic Center, 245 S. Spring Rd., Westerville.

Plain City Pooch Paddle

TBA 2026 from 5 pm – 7 pm. Swim time with your dog at a safe, beach entry pool. Friendly dogs allowed off leash to romp and swim with owner! $5 per dog and one human, $1 per additional human.

See details and registration. Plain City Aquatic Center, 160 W. Second Street Plain City, Ohio 43064

Dog Swim at Marysville Municipal Pool

TBA 2026 from 5-7 pm. Only dogs are permitted in the pool. 510 Park Ave. Marysville, OH 43040

Cost is $5.00 per dog. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Union County Humane Society. See details here. 

Doggie Dive in in Delaware

TBA 2026 from 5 pm – 7 pm at Jack Florance Pool in Mingo Park. The pool is open to dogs only! One dog per person. Pets are not be allowed on the slides, diving boards, or play structures. 

The City of Delaware and Delaware General Health District require the following:
All dogs must be licensed and current on all vaccinations.
All dogs must have the appropriate paperwork on file with our office prior to the event.
You can submit all documentation that day.

Due to health and safety standards, there will be a minimum of 1ppm chlorine in the water. Tap water will be available to rinse your dog after their swim.

See details here as they are announced.

Dog Paddle at Heath City Water Park

TBA 2026 from 7 pm – 8:30 pm.

Dogs can dip in the lazy river or pool.

Cost is $10 per dog at the gate. Two people are admitted free with each dog admission. $5 per person addition; kids 10 and under free. Current rabies and dog license required and can be purchased onsite prior to the event. Proceeds benefit the Licking County Spay and Neuter Fund.

See Facebook page for details.

1287 Hebron Rd, Heath, Ohio 43056 (740) 522-4049

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