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Bark in the Park this Sunday, June 2 at Latham Park, Stamford Downtown

Don’t miss Bark in the Park this Sunday, June 2 in Latham Park in Stamford Downtown.

Spot on Veterinary Hospital and Hotel presents Bark in the Park is a special day for our four-legged friends. All friendly, well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome.

The event, produced by Stamford Downtown, is FREE but we encourage everyone to bring a cash donation or item to donate to animals in need. Items collected will be distributed between the participating rescue groups. Suggested items include: Canned Food, Pill Pockets, Chew toys, martingale collars, frontline, heartgard and leashes.

The first 200 attendees will receive a doggy bag sponsored by Earth Animal filled with samples, coupons and more.

Bark in the Park will be held this Sunday, June 2 from 11am – 3pm in Latham Park on Bedford Street in Stamford Downtown.

Bark in the Park will feature:

  1. Photo Booth sponsored by Get Joy Food & Co & Heartstone Photography
  2. Free Microchip Clinic sponsored by sponsored by Rippowam Animal Hospital and OPIN: Outreach to Pets in Need
  3. Adoption Area sponsored by Choice Pet
  4. Treat Bar sponsored by K9Resorts Stamford
  5. Blessing of the Animals by Rev. Terri, UUC Stamford
  6. Splash Zone sponsored by Veterinary Emergency Group
  7. Therapy Dog Evaluations with Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause
  8. Demos and Contests sponsored by Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
  9. Agility Course sponsored by Onyx Pet Care
  10. Door Prize Giveaways
  11. And More!

 

Vendors: All Pets Crematory & Remembrance, Biscuit and Bones, Cindy Lau, Charlies Traveling Treat Truck, HomeBuddyCompany, Magic Groomer LLC, Pets a Go Go, Room For Paws Pet Resort, Sit Means Sit Dog Training, TheSewQueen and Weekend Glow Candles.

 

Non-Profits: Adopt-A-Dog, Animals-R-Family, Fetch Dog Rescue, Hazel’s House Rescue, Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause, Lucky Dog Refuge, Saving Paws Rescue, Stamford Animal Shelter Alliance, Stamford Animal Control & Care.

 

For more information, please visit http://stamford-downtown.com/events/bark-in-the-park-6-2/ or email events@stamford-downtown.com


Bark in the Park this Sunday, June 2 at Latham Park, Stamford Downtown
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