Dog Days

Open to the Public 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Dog Days Bring your dog for an invigorating walk and healthy exercise at Old Westbury Gardens. Designated garden areas only. Dog must be leashed. Dog Demonstration & Exhibits 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Saturday ONLY The Ladies Kennel Association of America will sponsor various activities, demonstrations and games. The LKAA will administer the Canine Good Citizen Program, is a certification program designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. Long Island Agility will be on hand to demonstrate the fun sport of dog agility. In agility, a dog demonstrates is agile nature and versatility by following cues from the handler through a timed obstacle course. The course has jumps, tunnels, weave poles, and other obstacles. Other exhibitors include LI Dog Aussie Rescue and Placement Helpline, Inc. (ARPH) Mid-Atlantic Basset Hound Rescue The Shelter Connection, Inc. "bringing people and pets together" Kimberly Mockler will demonstrate communication with deaf dogs, deaf/blind dogs, including the use of American Sign Language to train dogs. Grateful Greyhounds