Hey everyone! SomDog is throwing the biggest family friendly / pet friendly party in town just in time for the apex of summer!
On August 2-3rd, we'll have PET Palooza, featuring the Dock Dogs competing over two days at Assembly Square, right on the Mystic River! They have a 25,000 gallon pool. Bring a bathing suit as they do have a "splash zone" where you will get soaked if you are anywhere in that range. There will also be seating this year because the pool is in the new Amphitheater on the Mystic River, so don't worry about getting wet if you don't want to!
Additionally, there will be Agility demonstrations all day on Saturday, August 2nd (run by two of the best friends of MuttStuff, Leah Tremble and Donna Culbert).
I'll be helping out on Sunday, August 3rd with Robin Moxley and Beantown Disc Dogs run the first leg of the Cricket Classic - a USDDN format toss and fetch competition where anyone can register (find Beantown Disc Dogs on Facebook for the registration!). It's a free event and we encourage anyone who wants to try to come out and play! We'll also run Freestyle demonstrations after each round so you can watch these dogs really fly, jump and catch discs as part of a routine set to music!
There will be vendors, opportunity auctions, and of course (the best for last!). If you bring a new leash or collar to be donated to the Somerville Animal Control (for pets to wear as they are adopted out of the kennels), than you can get a ticket towards an opportunity drawing worth $200.00+ (free homemade leash, a free class at Cooperative Dog, a discount on a pet portrait, 2 competition style canine discs, tennis balls, and 2 bags of beer biscuits -treats made out of beer grains from home-brew! There are no hops in this treat, so it's safe for Fido, and delicious! These are always a huge hit). You get to help dogs and cats in need, and we get to give you beer....for your dog.
Come out, have fun, and if you see me in my "Toss, Fetch, Repeat" shirt, come say hi! I'll be running Ollie, a Boston Terrier in the Disc demonstrations on Sunday, but will be around with the family on Saturday. I'd love to see you!
Happy Summer!
~M3
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5.23.2011
Upcoming Events in Somerville
I have a heads up on a few dog friendly events as we leave this rainy weather behind and head into Summer (which, in my opinion, can't come soon enough!)
Sunday, May 29th:
The Memorial Day Parade/March with Som|Dog
If you're interested in walking in the parade with (or without) your pup, here are some details from the Som|Dog website:
Leashed and licensed dogs that are up-to-date on their vaccinations and enjoy the company of other dogs are welcome! If you have more than one dog, bring a friend! One dog per person, please!
We also need people who are walking without dogs to help carry our banner and to help pull the waggin' wagon with extra water for the dogs. The parade route is 2.25 miles. It starts at City Hall on Highland Avenue and proceeds through Davis Square, along Holland Street, through Teele Square and along Broadway to Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Clarendon Hill.
It's a leisurely walk: We pause frequently along the way as the marching bands ahead of us perform songs for the spectators. If your dog knows any tricks this can be a good opportunity for him or her to work the crowd!
If you want more information, please visit the Som|Dog Page!
Saturday, June 11:
SomerFUN!
SomerFUN is going to take place on Saturday, June 11th - it's a city wide, family friendly event. There will be a SomerMUTT event, where local mutts get to strut their stuff across the main stage. Prizes will be given to the dogs that impress the judges in a variety of categories. There will also be a "Guess the Breed" event, a dog show, local pet adoption agencies, tables for shopping, and lots of other family/pet friendly events through the day.
Sunday, May 29th:
The Memorial Day Parade/March with Som|Dog
If you're interested in walking in the parade with (or without) your pup, here are some details from the Som|Dog website:
Leashed and licensed dogs that are up-to-date on their vaccinations and enjoy the company of other dogs are welcome! If you have more than one dog, bring a friend! One dog per person, please!
We also need people who are walking without dogs to help carry our banner and to help pull the waggin' wagon with extra water for the dogs. The parade route is 2.25 miles. It starts at City Hall on Highland Avenue and proceeds through Davis Square, along Holland Street, through Teele Square and along Broadway to Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Clarendon Hill.
It's a leisurely walk: We pause frequently along the way as the marching bands ahead of us perform songs for the spectators. If your dog knows any tricks this can be a good opportunity for him or her to work the crowd!
If you want more information, please visit the Som|Dog Page!
Saturday, June 11:
SomerFUN!
SomerFUN is going to take place on Saturday, June 11th - it's a city wide, family friendly event. There will be a SomerMUTT event, where local mutts get to strut their stuff across the main stage. Prizes will be given to the dogs that impress the judges in a variety of categories. There will also be a "Guess the Breed" event, a dog show, local pet adoption agencies, tables for shopping, and lots of other family/pet friendly events through the day.
For More Info on SomerFUN, please check out The Somerville Local First Website.
Sunday, September 18th:
2nd Annual Somerville Dog Festival
I'm so happy that this is happening again this year. I know this will be a mark that the end of summer is near, but it's definitely the best way I can think of to say fare-thee-well to great weather, and prep for winter. We'll have Agility, Nosework, and Frisbee try-its, the best trick showcase, and demos of all sorts of sports. It's a great day for seeing what dogs are capable of doing (just ask Max, Somerville's only K9). There will also be vendors, best trick showcases, and lots of things to keep people & dogs busy! It's such a big deal, it was one of 5 Dog Fests nationwide to be highlighted in Dog Fancy Magazine.
For more info, check out the Somerville Dog Festival Website.
If you know of any other events that are dog friendly, please let me know! I want to make sure we can all go out with our dogs in the 6 months that we can actually enjoy being outside!
2.25.2010
Durty Harry's One Year Anniversary!
If you're looking for dog friendly events for the weekend, look no further than Durty Harry's in Charlestown. Michelle Fournier, the owner of DH, is throwing a one-year anniversary party. Dogs welcome, humans must be leashed.
There will be games, beverages, snacks, and even some things for the people in attendance.
The party is from 1pm-4pm, so go show some love to your local dog boutique in Charlestown.
There will be games, beverages, snacks, and even some things for the people in attendance.
The party is from 1pm-4pm, so go show some love to your local dog boutique in Charlestown.
10.21.2009
Howl-O-Ween Party - Charlestown
There will be a Howl-o-ween party for all the cool pups at Durty Harry's in Charlestown, MA. Located conveniently on Main Street, Durty Harry's is the place for your pet to show off his/her costume, participate in family friendly games, and have a butt-sniffing good time before the kids go out next weekend.
The party is from 5pm - 9pm. $10.00 recommended (not required) donation for the MSPCA to help pups in need that don't have a home for the upcoming holiday season.
The party is from 5pm - 9pm. $10.00 recommended (not required) donation for the MSPCA to help pups in need that don't have a home for the upcoming holiday season.
10.11.2008
Puppy Socializations!
If you are looking for a way to allow your new puppy to play with other puppies in a safe, controlled environment-or if you are looking for a means of exercising your exuberant young pup for the weekend, look no further!
Puppy Socialization Parties
Union Square, Somerville
Friday's 5:00pm-7:00pm
Dogma (& Catma, too!)Website
RSVP* - 617.616.5533
Cost $10.00 - all sizes/breeds ($5.00 for all dogs CURRENTLY enrolled in a Zen Dog Class!)
The party is held in a safe, clean, indoor, trainer-supervised environment. Please RSVP as space is limited.
Bring well-behaved family members of all ages, treats, proof of current vaccinations, and of course your squirmy puppy!
Dogma in Union Square Somerville
RSVP* - 617.616.5533
Puppy Socialization Parties
Union Square, Somerville
Friday's 5:00pm-7:00pm
Dogma (& Catma, too!)Website
RSVP* - 617.616.5533
Cost $10.00 - all sizes/breeds ($5.00 for all dogs CURRENTLY enrolled in a Zen Dog Class!)
The party is held in a safe, clean, indoor, trainer-supervised environment. Please RSVP as space is limited.
Bring well-behaved family members of all ages, treats, proof of current vaccinations, and of course your squirmy puppy!
Dogma in Union Square Somerville
RSVP* - 617.616.5533
10.19.2006
Zen Dog makes Daily Candy!
Just a gratuitous post showing off Zen Dog, and to encourage more people to show up for the weekend. Dog socialize in costume while Owners Socialize with brews from Concord Brewery.
Just a gratuitous post showing off Zen Dog, and to encourage more people to show up for the weekend. Dog socialize in costume while Owners Socialize with brews from Concord Brewery.
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