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 … [Read more...] about End of the Summer Dog Swims
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Reduced Fee Pet Adoption Events
If you're looking to adopt a cat or dog this year, considering choosing a pet from the CHA Animal Shelter for pet adoption. Not only will you get an animal that has been spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated; rescued pets can be some of the best and most grateful animals. CHA Animal … [Read more...] about Reduced Fee Pet Adoption Events
Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
A true dog day of summer, dog lovers won't want to miss the annual WAG! Festival! Celebrate all things dog at the largest dog festival in the Midwest on Saturday, August 17 from 10 am - 4 pm at the Darby Bend Lakes Area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park. The free family festival features unique … [Read more...] about Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
The best Dog Parks in Columbus
Dogs need exercise and socialization to be happy and healthy, and fenced, off-leash dog parks make it easy for dog owners to provide both for their pups. When the temperatures rise, pavement can be too hot for your dogs' paws, so dog parks are a good way for them to get some exercise without burning … [Read more...] about The best Dog Parks in Columbus
PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk
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 for homeless pets held at McFerson Commons Park in the Arena District in Downtown Columbus on … [Read more...] about PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk
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, but 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
Columbus Pet Expo, All About Cat Expo, and Mega Adoption Event
Animal lovers should plan to attend the Annual All-American Pet Expo along with the Annual All About Cats Expo, Annual Columbus Bounce Mania, and the Mega Pet Adoption from March 8-10, 2019 at the Ohio Expo Center. The expo will be full of animal fun with contests, … [Read more...] about Columbus Pet Expo, All About Cat Expo, and Mega Adoption Event
Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
Friends of the Shelter is hosting a Howliday Bazaar to help you get ready for the holidays on Saturday, November 17, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Bazaar will feature holiday decorations, dog-themed ornaments, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Make a donation to the Giving Tree for your pet, in memory … [Read more...] about Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
Easton Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival
The Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival is at Easton Town Square on Sunday, October 21, from 12 – 3 p.m. The parade is your opportunity to show off your pets in their finest Halloween costumes (come on, we know you dress them up). Dress up the whole family in themed costumes, or let your … [Read more...] about Easton Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival
Paws in the Plaza in Gahanna
Event has been cancelled in 2019! Have a dog-gone good time on the first Thursday of every month with Paws in the Plaza in Downtown Olde Gahanna. From 4:30 p.m. – dusk, owners can take their dogs on a stroll through Olde Gahanna, Creekside, and Mill Street. Walk the Waggin' … [Read more...] about Paws in the Plaza in Gahanna
