Bring Fido to the Somerville Dog Festival This Sunday

SOMERVILLE, MA – Join the Somerville Foundation for Animals this Sunday at Trum Field for the 7th Annual Somerville Dog Festival.

All well-mannered dogs on a leash and up-to-date on their vaccinations are welcome to attend this fundraiser for local animal-related charities.

The event features a variety of dog demonstrations and multiple "try it" rings for people to play sports and games with their dogs.

Planned exhibitions and "try its" include dog agility, weight pulling, nose work, treibball, urban mushing and demonstrations from the Somerville Police K-9 Unit.

This year the foundation will unveil the Doggie Fun Zone, a new and exciting obstacle course for your dog to try as well.

"With all the fun, funky, and innovative events Somerville has to offer, we of course cannot forget to get our four-legged residents in on the fun. I’m thankful for the partnership we share with the Somerville Foundation for Animals, the important work they do in our pet community, and for their work to bring this fantastic annual event to our city," said Mayor Joseph Curtatone in an announcement.

In addition to the active exhibits, there will also be a best trick contest, dog and owner lookalike contest and two free "come when called" clinics. The Fairy Tail Theater will present a production of The Ugly Duckling, featuring dog actors.

Admission to the Somerville Dog Festival is free, but donations are accepted. Proceeds will go to the MSPCA, National Education for Assistance Dog Services and a new pet food bank opening at the Somerville Foundation for Animals this fall.

For more information, visit http://www.somdogfest.org.

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