Gone To The Dogs At Combest Pool In Owensboro This Weekend

The Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the 14th annual "Gone to the Dogs" event at Combest Pool on Sunday, August 5th.

This is open swim for dogs and their owners from 6pm-8pm. Dogs of all sizes are welcome; admission to the pool is $8 per dog (plus tax) and his or her owner gets in FREE!  Dogs must remain on a leash when outside of the pool.

The evening will consist of prizes, contests, and giveaways. Contests include, Best Water Retrieve, Fastest Dog Paddle and Owner/Dog Look-A-Like. Representatives from various pet businesses, pet resorts, pet training and kennel centers, and veterinary offices will be on hand for all your questions and needs.

Donations of a small bag of dry dog food will be accepted on behalf of the Owensboro Humane Society and the Daviess County Animal Shelter. If you would like more information or you would like to be involved, please call Jennifer Hodges at 687-8333.