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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
Move more quickly through the admission line! Download the registration form and bring it with you, along with a paper copy of your dog's rabies vaccination certificate.
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