Barks in the Park

The day will be filled with events, contests, and demonstrations at Gardiner’s Waterfront Park located in Downtown Gardiner. This event is not only to promote Gardiner as a dog friendly community, but to get the word out about some of the dog rescue groups and other service organizations in the area. Rescue groups, vendors, Agility Central of Maine, Fly Ball Dogz and the Maine State Police K9 unit will all be in attendance at the event. New events include Doggie Square Dancing with Bev. • The event is open to the public with lots of activities for dogs and their owners to participate in including several contests for Best dog kiss, Best costume, a Look-alike contest and education about animal health and welfare. The focus of the event will be to have a great day in the park with the dogs and to raise money to build the Gardiner Dog Park and other dog amenities.