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 … [Read more...] about Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
Pets
Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Spending time in the great outdoors is a relaxing and wonderful experience. In central Ohio, we are fortunate to have plenty of greenspaces and parks, including Alum Creek State Park located in Delaware County. Only 25 minutes north of downtown Columbus, Alum Creek's 4,630-acres of shale … [Read more...] about Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
It's the dog days of Summer and the Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park is a day of fun, activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. Bark Bash is at the Darby Bend Lakes area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 am to 4 … [Read more...] about Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Joel Slaven’s Dog Lodge: The Best Dog Boarding Option in Columbus
This is a guest post from a friend and reader who wanted to share how awesome this facility is for dog boarding. She is one of the most discerning dog owners that I know, who will only accept the best for her dog. If she loves it, I know it's a great place. This is not an advertisement; boarding … [Read more...] about Joel Slaven’s Dog Lodge: The Best Dog Boarding Option in Columbus
PetPeople Puppypalooza with the Columbus Clippers
Puppies and baseball are a few of America's favorite things. The Columbus Clippers brings together again for Pet People Puppypalooza events at Huntington Park this season. Seating during the Event will be sections 22, 23, 24, 25 along the left-field line. The area immediately behind these … [Read more...] about PetPeople Puppypalooza with the Columbus Clippers
Join the PUP Campaign and get free pet goodies
The City of Columbus wants to help safeguard the city's clean water by rewarding you for picking up your dog's poop with the PUP Campaign. PUPing (picking up poop) is the law in Columbus. It also prevents dog poo and the bacteria in it from washing into the wastewater system, streams, and … [Read more...] about Join the PUP Campaign and get free pet goodies
Community Pet Vaccine Clinics with Columbus Humane
Looking for affordable care for your furry friends? Columbus Humane offers low-cost pet vaccine clinics through its Community Vaccine Clinic Events, open to all pet owners—no matter where you live. With events scheduled throughout Columbus in 2026, these clinics provide an affordable … [Read more...] about Community Pet Vaccine Clinics with Columbus Humane
RESCUEDohio Hoppin’ Hound Dog Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your pup out to RESCUEDohio Hoppin’ Hound Hunt brought to you by Hollywood Feed New Albany on Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Dogs will collect treat-filled eggs, including ones with special prizes, at this Dog Easter Egg Hunt Dog Easter Egg Hunt Registration starts at … [Read more...] about RESCUEDohio Hoppin’ Hound Dog Easter Egg Hunt
Hoppin’ Hound and Easter Bunny photos for the dogs at The Cakehound
Sign up for an Easter Egg hunt for the dogs with The Cakehound, German Village Fun Bunch and PetPromise. The fun will take place in German Village on Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 12:00-3:00pm. Take your dogs picture with the Easter Bunny too! Hoppin' Hound Hop along the ~2 mile bunny … [Read more...] about Hoppin’ Hound and Easter Bunny photos for the dogs at The Cakehound
Mutts & Co. Easter Egg Hunt for the dogs
Mutts & Co is getting in on the Easter fun for dogs. Bring the pups to your local store for a little Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 24, 2024 from 10 am - 1 pm. While it's not your standard Easter egg hunt, find an egg with your dog and redeem it at the checkout when you make a … [Read more...] about Mutts & Co. Easter Egg Hunt for the dogs
Low Cost and Free Spay and Neuter Programs in Franklin County
Dog ownership can be expensive. Low-cost and free spay and neuter programs in Columbus help keep the pet population under control, lower risks of certain cancers, and prevent owners from dealing with the expense of litters of puppies and kittens. Why Spaying and Neutering is so important The … [Read more...] about Low Cost and Free Spay and Neuter Programs in Franklin County
Grove City Paws in the Plaza
Have a dog-gone good time on the 2nd Wednesday every month, May through October 2024 with Rewind 103.5/104.3 Paws in the Plaza at Grove City Town Center! Join George Wolf for an exceptional summer experience with your furry companion, at REWIND’S PAWS IN THE PLAZA. From 6 pm - 8 pm, owners … [Read more...] about Grove City Paws in the Plaza
PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Be like Bob Barker and help promote awareness of pet overpopulation and support efforts to change the future for homeless pets by participating in the annual PetPromise Rescue Run/Walk. The event is held Memorial Day weekend at McFerson Commons Park in the Arena District in … [Read more...] about PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
Bring your pups to Victory Park in Pickerington to enjoy the annual Pickerington PetFest with all things pet related on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Pickerington PetFest You and your pet will enjoy demonstrations, vendors, and a pet contest. All types of pets are allowed, but we … [Read more...] about Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
St. Patrick’s Day Hollywood Feed pet events
Got pets? Want pets? You're going to want to put Hollywood Feed on your list for pet needs, holiday parties and photos, and adoption events. By shopping or attending events at Hollywood Feed stores, you can be sure that you aren't supporting the puppy mill pet industry, as with certain other … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Hollywood Feed pet events
