Bark in the Park San Jose Celebrates 20 Years of Doggone Fun In Downtown San Jose on September 17, 2016
San Jose, California (PRWEB) August 29, 2016 -- Bark in the Park San Jose 2016, the largest dog festival in the United States, will celebrate its 20th year on September 17, 2016, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at William Street Park (Corner of E. William Street and S. 16th Street) in downtown San Jose, California.
Bark in the Park San Jose 2016 is an annual dog festival that attracts 3,500 dogs and 15,000 humans. Located in an expansive, tree lined park, this casual event features contests, beverages, food, agility courses, kid’s activities, and over 65 different dog-related vendors and services. And dogs, lots of dogs. Admission is free with a $5 donation per dog encouraged.
“Bark in the Park San Jose is not only great fun for dog lovers but an information resource,” said Marni Kamzan, co-chair of Bark in the Park San Jose. “Along with the dog related vendors, rescue groups and contest, we have a few special events. There will be a demonstration of Guide Dogs for the Blind on the Main stage at 2 pm, and a presentation by Peaceful Pathways In-Home Pet Hospice at 3 pm.”
“This event has grown over the years from a handful of dog lovers to attract thousands. We offer dogs and the humans that love them the opportunity to shop, explore and enjoy a day in a neighborhood park,” added Lynda Chase, co-chair of Bark in the Park San Jose. “Everyone has a great time and raising funds for local animal related charities is a bonus.”
Event highlights:
The extremely popular and fun-to-watch dog contests and demonstrations will be held at Bark in the Park San Jose. Events are scheduled for the following times and locations.
Adobe Animal Hospitals Main Stage Events:
- Dog Costume Contest, 11 am
- Pet Owner Look-A-like Contest, 12 pm
- Tail Wagging Contest, 1 pm
- Guide Dogs for the Blind Demonstration, 2 pm
- Peaceful Pathways In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia Services, 3 pm
Agility Corral Events
- FetchSam, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:45 pm, 2:45 pm
- Bark Attendee Agility Time, 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 3:45 pm
Entertainment Corral
- SkyyDogs USA, 10 am, 12:15 pm, 2 pm
- California K-9, 11 am, 3:15 pm
Sheepherding Corral Events
- Cutters Quarters Border Collies – sheepherding, 11:15 am, 12:30 pm, 1:45 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm
- Bark Attendees "Sheepherding" Time 12:00 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Rally Corral Events
- Santa Clara Dog Training Club, 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
- Bark Attendee Course Run Through, 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm.
Ongoing activities include:
Dog Related Vendors, Family Activities, Grooming, and Training, Rescue Groups,
Food Booths.
Presented by the Campus Community Association, Bark in the Park San Jose benefits the Humane Society Silicon Valley, San Jose Animal Care Center and other local charities.
Public Contact Info:
email: info(at)BarkSanJose(dot)org
Website: http://www.barksanjose.org/
P.O. Box 90038, San Jose, CA 95109-3038
Bark in the Park San Jose would like to thank the sponsors of our 2016 event
Adobe Animal Hospitals and Marketplace, Big Dog Sponsor
California K9 Solutions
Canine Corral Dog Care/ Happy Tails to You
Conner Public Relations
Christmas in the Park
City of San Jose Animal Care Services
Dog Trekker
Dr. Dave’s Doggie Daycare
Fetch Sam
Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
Humane Society Silicon Valley
KOIT 96.5 FM
SAGE Centers for Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care
Sam's Downtown Feed
San Jose Mailing
San Jose Water Company
Santa Clara Dog Training Club
Saratoga Veterinary Hospital
Silicon Valley Veterinary Specialists
Tama Veterinary Hospitals
WILDCIDE Hard Cider
Williams Party Rental
Supported in Part by a grant from the City of San Jose, Office of Cultural Affairs
About Bark in the Park
Bark in the ParkTM is a fundraising event hosted by the Naglee Park neighborhood's Campus Community Association (CCA). Bark in the Park benefits the Humane Society Silicon Valley, San Jose Animal Care Center and other local charities.
About the Campus Community Association
Naglee Park is a historic San Jose neighborhood developed on the estate of Brig. General Henry Morris Naglee, a Civil War veteran and prominent California pioneer. The Campus Community Association grew out of Naglee Park to become a strong advocate for neighborhood values in San Jose. As a result, the Naglee Park neighborhood is at the forefront on issues affecting the downtown neighborhoods and San Jose as a whole. http://www.nagleepark.org/
Copyright (c) 1996-2016, CCA. "Bark in the Park" is a trademark of the CCA
Judy Conner, Conner Public Relations, +1 (408) 476-8056, [email protected]
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