5th ANNUAL DOGGY DIP DAY at Pannell-Meadowview Swimming Pool: October 28, 2006

Sacramento, California, October 17, 2006 — According to the most up-to-date estimates, there are approximately 168,000 dog owning households in the City of Sacramento. The Sacramento Department of Parks and Recreation has a long history of providing facilities, programs, and services that enhance the quality of life for all its residents, including its pet population. With respect to dogs, the Department currently has three off-leash dog parks at Granite Park, Partner Park, and Bannon Creek Park. It also plans to develop four additional dog parks across the City.

On Saturday, October 28th, the Department invites you and your dog(s) to participate in the 5th ANNUAL DOGGY DIP DAY at Pannell-Meadowview Swimming Pool. The pool has a zero-entry walk-in at the shallow end so dogs can enter and exit the water easily. Dog owners will be allowed to stand in the shallow end but not swim with their dog(s).

Lifeguards will be on duty to rescue dogs who forget how to “dog-paddle” or get cramps after not waiting 30 minutes after eating to enter the pool. There is a $3 admission fee per dog.

Event Details:

Name: 5th Annual Doggy Dip Day
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006
Time: 10a.m. to 2p.m.
Location: Pannell-Meadowview Recreational Swimming Pool
2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento
(Next door to the Samuel C. Pannell Meadowview Comm. Center)
Fee: $3 admission fee per dog

For more information about this event, please call the Pannell-Meadowview Swimming Pool, 808-6622; or Hindolo Brima, Public Information Officer, City of Sacramento Department of Parks and Recreation, (916) 808-5972.

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