Summer Lovin’

Author: Hilary

Friday, June 6th, 2008 @ 5:58 pm

Summer is almost here and with it, some of our favorite summertime doggie events. My personal fave, on Friday, June 20, its Take Your Dog to Work Day!

Promoted by Pet Sitters International, TYDWD was created to celebrate the awesomeness the dogs bestow upon our lives. Not just a self serving day of fun (who doesn’t love the notion of Fido snoozing quietly at your feet, under the desk?) the day is also meant to promote pet adoption, click here to get involved.

There is a photo contest, so be sure to bring your camera along with your pal and get some great snapshots of him at the office.

First celebrated in 1999, Take Your Dog to Work Day continues to grow and more and more offices are participating! Encourage your office to participate and give your trusty dog walker a much needed summer vacation!

Also in June, the 18th annual World’s Ugliest Dog Contest. Not my favorite competition, as I like to think all dogs are beautiful, but nontheless, this popular contest continues at Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California. The winner gets $1,000 bucks and a super cool trophy.

Last years winner, Elwood, a Chinese Crested/Chihuahua mix, does challenge the ‘all dogs are beautiful’ concept, but so long as the contestants are well loved, a little friendly competition never hurt anybody!

Also this summer, the Petco 4th Annual National Chihuahua Race, which promises to be super cute and fun. Check out some of the regional winners in Cup of Dog’s previous Chihuahua Race coverage. The big race isn’t until August, so stay tuned.

Finally, check out meetup.com and find a local group of dog lovers who are planning fun activities like trips to dog friendly beaches, kayaking with pooches, hikes and more.