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 Pomona, NY - The Town of Ramapo has opened its heart and pool to the canine citizens of Rockland County in an effort to raise money for the Hudson Valley Humane Society.
On Sunday, September 7th the town pool on Spook Rock Road will become the coolest place on the planet. That’s right, beginning at noon canines are welcome to show off their doggie paddle skills in Rockland at the “K-9 Pool Party”. Splashing will be encouraged.
This is the 5th consecutive year since the Town and the Hudson Valley Humane Society launched this event and the turnout and support from the public has been tremendous. Each year more than 200 dogs and their human counterparts enjoyed a paws-a-tively fun time and a similar turnout is expected. While this event is pure fun, the “Therapeutic benefits of swimming for a dog is tremendous. Swimming allows the dog to exercise without impact on their joints and provides a thorough workout,” commented Ray Mundy, President, HVHS.
The HVHS will issue free pet ID tags to all in attendance. Ramapo residents and their dogs are asked to donate $5 for admission, non-residents $10. Canines are required to have proof of vaccination (current rabies tag on collar or rabies certificate); humans are required to have a good time. Pool rules are simple: when not in the pool your dog must be on a leash; when in the pool have a great time! Local Ramapo veterinarian, Dr. Lawrence Ness will be on site donating his time. The HVHS will hold a raffle for some cool prizes including autographed sport memorabilia!
Representatives from the HVHS will be on hand to help supervise the festivities. All are welcome. For further information, Ann Marie Gaudio, HVHS, 845-942-1382.
The HVHS is a private, tax-exempt organization, chartered as a society for prevention of cruelty to animals in New York State and has cared for abandoned, unwanted and abused animals in Rockland County since 1891.
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