DOGGY SOCIAL: Dog Days of August Pool Pawty (On-Leash)

ABOUT THE EVENT:
Make a splash and beat the summer heat at our Dog Days of August Pool Pawty — the coolest canine celebration of the season!

Join us for a tail-wagging good time at the Golden Dog Playground, where dogs can splash, play, and enjoy the dog days of summer in a safe and refreshing environment. This on-leash event is perfect for pups of all sizes and energy levels — from water lovers to sunbathers.

This session provides all the joy of a summer outing while ensuring dogs remain on leash and can explore at their own pace in a supportive, low-pressure environment.

Dogs will enjoy full access to roam the 1-acre fenced in Playground on leash with their human, observe new friends, play with enrichment toys, and build confidence on a variety of sensory and agility equipment designed to engage their bodies and minds.

Event Highlights:

• Splash zones with dog-friendly kiddie pools
• Frozen pup and human treats
• On-leash social time and enrichment
• Fun summer photo ops
• Shaded rest areas for pups and people
• Colorful, summer bandana for all the pups
• A safe, relaxed space for dogs and their people to enjoy community

Bring a friend and enjoy a summer celebration where dogs are free to splash, explore, and “socialize” in a safe, enriching, on-leash environment.

IS THIS EVENT GOOD FOR REACTIVE DOGS?
Reactive Dog Level 1-2. See our Comfort Chart for explanation. This on-leash event offers a structured and spacious environment ideal for dogs who need more space or are in training. While all dogs remain on leash and there are no off-leash interactions, the presence of other dogs, people, and stimulating activities like pools and enrichment zones may still be mildly stressful for some reactive dogs. Handlers should be prepared to manage distance and monitor their dog’s comfort level throughout the 90-minute event. If your dog prefers and is comfortable with off-leash play, choose the 9:00am social. If you have concerns or questions about if this event is right for your dog, please email woof@goldendognh.com for assistance.

COST: Limited to 10 dogs. Please scroll down to purchase.

• Members – $30/dog (Your special pricing will be reflected in the CART.)
• Not-Yet Members – $40/dog

Please no children under the age of 13; must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 21. Please email cancel@goldendognh.com if your plans have changed. Full refund issued if cancellation received 48 hours prior to event start time, otherwise no refund if canceled after. 

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
This social will be held in Barrington, NH. Participants will receive all the details 24 hours prior to the event start time.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING AN EVENT:
Please review our Club Guidelines, sign our Liability Waivers & Release Forms, and read our covid guidelines on our Events & Activities page.

CANCELLATIONS:
If weather or covid conditions make gathering and walking unsafe, the event will be cancelled and registered participants will receive a email cancellation notice. It will also be announced in the Event section of the Facebook Community Group and on this Calendar page.

QUESTIONS:
If you have questions, text/call (603) 815-2453 or email woof@goldendognh.com.