Dogfest 2024 Returns to The Baltimore Humane Society

Save the date for DogFest 2024!

The ultimate canine extravaganza is taking place at the Baltimore Humane Society on Saturday, September 14th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join us for a day jam packed with fun activities and support our shelter animals in need!

Dogfest 2024 Activities Overview:

Fun games and contests for you and your furry pal

K-9 demonstrations by the MD Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services K-9 Unit

Agility & lure course for dogs

Swimming for dogs in our Dippin’ Dogs pool area

Dogs can partake in TORC. TORC combines the fun of tricks, conditioning and obedience skills, where teams traverse through a course, scoring points along the way

Have your dog tested for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen.

Kids Kennel- Pet-themed arts, crafts, games, and a bounce house in our kids area

Delicious treats from our food trucks, shopping at our vendor marketplace, and more

Dogfest 2024 Details:

Prepare yourself and your furry friends for an action-packed day! Pups and their people will have a blast with thrilling games and activities like Simon Says, a speedy 20-yard dash, bubble chase, paw painting, and endless playtime in the sand pit! Not only that, but your dogs can try out an incredible agility course and even earn the prestigious AKC Canine Good Citizenship Award.  Talk about impressive, the C.G.C test is an opportunity to demonstrate your dog’s good social manners and earn a title. And that’s not all- incredible doggy demos by The Department of Public Safety & Corrections Services K-9 Unit will amaze you.

Contests:

Hold onto your leashes, because we’ve got some fantastic contests and prizes for your beloved pooches. They can compete for the titles of Best Costume, Best Kisser, Best Dancer, Best Owner/Pet Look-alike, Catch the Treat, Musical Sit, and Best Pet Trick, all judged by a panel of local celebrities. But wait, there’s more! The kids will be set up for a great time with pet-themed arts & crafts, face painting, and a bouncy house – fun for the whole family!

Vendors and Food:

Don’t forget to explore the vendor marketplace and meet some adorable adoptable animals at the pet rescue groups’ booths. You might just find your new furry family member! And of course, all that excitement can work up an appetite. There will be a wide variety of delicious food and treats available for purchase throughout the event, satisfying both two-legged and four-legged appetites.

Parking is free at BHS, and in case of rain, we’ve got you covered with a rain date on Saturday, September 21.

So get those tails wagging and visit dogfest.org for more information on this wag-tastic event. If you’re interested in being a vendor or volunteer, don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the action!

Visit dogfest.org to learn more about this exciting event and stay tuned for ticket sales!

About Us:

Baltimore Humane Society is an independent non-profit animal shelter offering services for all stages of pet ownership. For more information on adoption, programs and services, visit bmorehumane.org. Make sure to follow BHS on social media: @BmoreHumane on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and TikTok.

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