Pool going to the dogs
Humane Society to sponsor ‘Dog Gone Pool Party’
On Sunday, Aug. 31, the Mon View Park Pool in Greensboro will go to the dogs – literally.
Beginning at 2 p.m., canines will be able to cool off and show off their doggie paddle skills at the end-of-season fourth annual “Dog Gone Pool Party,” which will be sponsored by the Humane Society of Greene County. Dogs and their humans are asked to make a donation for admission. Humans are permitted to swim with their dogs, if they so choose. Canines are asked to arrive on a leash and to have proof of vaccination.
An award ceremony, including prizes for “Best Swimsuit” and “Best in Pool,” will take place at 3:30 pm. The pool will remain open until 5 p.m.
Representatives from the Humane Society will be on hand to supervise the festivities.
“Events designed specifically for pets are few,” said Sharon Willison, member of the Humane Society’s board of directors and pool party coordinator.
“The pool party is a wonderful opportunity for dogs to enjoy an afternoon of play with their humans while, at the same time, benefiting from the thorough workout that swimming provides.”
In addition, Willison said, the event helps the shelter raise money that is needed to keep the shelter in operation and help less fortunate animals in Greene County.
“You can’t find a better bargain for a fun a day and a way to help a worthy cause,” Willison added.
She also thanked the county commissioners and Jake Blaker, director of the county’s department of recreation, for making the pool available for the humane society event.
For more information on the “Dog Gone Pool Party,” or to make a donation, call the shelter at 724-627-9988.