Foster Pool Going to the Dogs

Got dogs? Got water? Mix the two together and you have the recipe for a splashing good time. Join Friends of the Lakewood Dog Park (FLDP) for the 2017 Dog Swim at Foster Pool in Lakewood Park, 14532 Lake Ave., on Tuesday, September 5 from 5-7 PM.

Grab your towels, round up the four-legged family members, and you’ll be ready for the most anticipated event on the K-9 calendar. Dogs must be up-to-date on their vaccinations and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs, as well as for their safety.

Cost for admission to the annual fundraiser, now in its thirteenth year, is $8 for 1 dog and $7 for each additional dog. Proceeds will benefit FLDP, the all-volunteer, non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that works with the City of Lakewood to care for the Lakewood Dog Park and raises funds for dog park improvements.

A waiver is required for all human guests. To save precious splash time, please print and complete the form in advance. On the day of the Swim, turn in the waiver at the desk when you arrive. http://www.lakewoodrecreation.com/user/files/dog_swim_waiver_2017.pdf

To learn more about FLDP, visit our website, https://www.lakewooddogpark.com or find us on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/LakewoodDogPark/

We have three events scheduled before the end of 2017. First, please join us for our annual World Animal Day celebration, pet food drive and pet blessing on September 30. Second, on October 21, FLDP will have a booth at Spooky Pooch. Be sure to stop by to say hello and show off your dog's costume. And finally, it wouldn't be Christmas without "Pictures with Santa Paws." Pet's General will host and "Portraits by Martha" will be behind the camera on December 3.