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. The cooler weather allows dogs to run without worrying about overheating, so dog parks are a great place for them to run it out (so you don't have … [Read more...] about The best Dog Parks in Columbus
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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
All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs (oh my!)
Are you a fan of creepy, crawly, scaly, and slithery things? Check out the All Ohio Reptile Show located at the Franklin County Fairgrounds each month! The largest Reptile Sale and Show in Ohio has been held since 1988! Each month, professional dealers/vendors offer a wide variety of reptiles … [Read more...] about All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs (oh my!)
WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces Wag! Festival for 2020
WAG! Fest is cancelled for 2020, but the WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces the festival for 2020. As the largest dog festival in the country, WAG! Fest can't safely be held at Prairie Oaks Metro Park in 2020. Instead, organizers came up with a way to celebrate and support the pet community … [Read more...] about WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces Wag! Festival for 2020
Virtual 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 Virtual PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk
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 and the Mega Pet Adoption from May 14-16, 2021 at the Ohio Expo Center. The show is typically held in March, but is being postponed to allow more time for vaccine rollout and health … [Read more...] about Columbus Pet Expo, All About Cat Expo, and Mega Adoption Event
Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic
If your pets are due for their vaccines, or you recently got a new pet, head to the Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic at Columbus Dog Connection held on the first Saturday of each month on a walk-in basis from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cash only. 2020 Clinics January 4 and January 25 (the … [Read more...] about Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic
CHA Off-Site 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 CHA Off-Site Pet Adoption Events
Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
Friends of the Shelter Howliday Bazaar is cancelled for 2020. 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 of a pet or a person, or to honor one of the Shelter dogs. Bring … [Read more...] about Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
Easton Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival
Easton Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival is tba or cancelled for 2020 The Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival is at Easton Town Square on Sunday, October 20, 2019 from 12 – 3 p.m. The parade is your opportunity to show off your pets in their finest Halloween costumes (come on, … [Read more...] about Easton Halloween Pet Parade and Fall Festival
End of the Summer Dog Swims
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
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
