McCurry Park

is going to the dogs on Saturday with the sixth annual "Bark in the

Park." The event, which is made for dog owners and their canine companions,

is a fundraiser for the Fayette County Humane Society. Proceeds benefit

the all-volunteer non-profit organization's spay and neuter assistance

program.

The event runs

at the picnic area at the park from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be contests

for dogs, including Best Trick, Best Dog Costume, Owner/Pet Look-a-Like,

Best Canine Kisser, as well as games for dogs such as Doggie Musical Chairs

and Bobbing for Bones. Pet contests are $3 each. The U.S. Customs Canine

Enforcement will give demonstrations, as will Diane Gordon of Puppy Tales,

who will showcase obedience training.

The main event

at "Bark in the Park" is a pledge walk. The registration/entrance

fee is $25, per family, and includes an event t-shirt. The adult collect

in the highest total for the pledge walk wins a two night stay for two

at Chateau Elan, while the Under 21 entrant who collects the most money

will receive an entertainment package. There will also be a silent auction.

One of the items up for auction is round-trip airline tickets.

Registration

forms for "Bark in the Park" are available at all Fayette County

veterinary clinics and registration will also be available at the event.

"Bark in the Park" will go on rain or shine.

Pets must be

kept under control at all times. All animals must be leashed and have

up to date vaccinations and owners must have carry proof of rabies vaccination

to the event. Water will be provided community bowl style and owners are

asked not to bring female animals in season or animals needing a muzzle.

Participants are also asked to come prepared to clean up after their animal.

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