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Drool in the Pool VIP Hour - SOLD OUT!
Wednesday, Aug. 5 and Thursday, Aug. 6 from 4-5 p.m. at Mills Pool
Admission $30/dog.
VIPs have access to the pool one hour earlier (cleaner water!) and more space for themselves. A photographer with a professional kit will be at the VIP hour, giving all the VIPups special attention! Digital images of pups at the pool paw-ty will be available to owners in the days following the event at no additional charge.
VIP admission is limited to the first 20 pups!
VIP Access includes:
- Digital photos taken during the VIP Hour
- Complimentary Wag Bag
- Entry to Drool in the Pool following the VIP Hour
Drool in the Pool - General Admission
Wednesday, Aug. 5 and Thursday, Aug. 6 from 5-8 p.m. at Mills Pool
Admission: $5/dog
Participants: Come get your paws wet and play with tennis balls, chew toys and compete in fun contests during both nights to win prizes! Various pet-related businesses and organizations will be on hand to share information with dog owners.
- Dogs must be spayed or neutered.
- All leashed, non-aggressive, well-behaved dogs are welcome.
- Humans are not allowed in the pool during Drool in the Pool.
- Help us keep the water clean. Prior to the event engage your dog in a high-energy activity to avoid feces in the water.
- Dogs are required to be at least six months of age.
- No retractable leads.
- We reserve the right to dismiss any dog for unruly activity and/or aggressive behavior. OWNERS MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROOF FROM A VETERINARIAN SHOWING THEIR DOG'S CURRENT RABIES VACCINATION TO ATTEND.
- Indiana law requires that the rabies vaccination tag be worn at all times.
- All dogs will be checked on site by City of Bloomington Animal Control. Dogs without written proof of current rabies vaccination will not be allowed in the event. A rabies tag alone is not sufficient!
- Maximum one dog per person, $5 per dog
Interested in volunteering at Drool in the Pool? Register as a volunteer on our website!
Event Partner: Mad 4 My Dog
Top Dog Sponsors:
House of Paws Grooming
The Dog House