Bark in the Park : Information

Bark in the Park 2010^TM

Saturday, September 18, 2010
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
William Street Park
Corner of William and S. Sixteenth Streets
Downtown San Jose, San Jose, California

Admission free - $5 donation per dog is encouraged

Event Description:

When you take a dog for a walk, is the dog taking you for the walk? The answer to this question will be evident when dogs and their owners attend Bark in the Park 2010, the Largest Dog Festival in the US. When over 3.700 dogs and 14,500 humans have enjoy this family oriented, all-day event it is clear who is taking the lead.

Located in an expansive, tree lined neighborhood park, this fun day features contests, music, celebrities, demonstrations, dog-related vendors and services, kids activities. Plus, dogs, lots of fun loving dogs.

Bark in the Park^TM is a fundraising event hosted by the Naglee Park neighborhood's Campus Community Association (CCA). All proceeds benefit the CCA, Humane Society Silicon Valley and San Jose Animal Care Center.

Public Contact Info:

Yelpline: 408.793.5125
Email: info@BarkSanJose.org
Website: http://www.BarkSanJose.org
P.O. Box 90038, San Jose, CA 95109-3038

Fun Facts:

Last year Bark attracted approximately 3,500 dogs and 14,000 humans
Dog window shopping - future dog owners use this as an opportunity to check out breeds
The winner of the dog costume contest last year was 'Link' a dachshund in a hot dog bun.
Most popular dog names - Abby, Buster, Cody, Daisy, Ginger, Jake, Sophie. Lucky, Lucy
Dogs named after sweets - Hershey Chocolate, Twinkie, Marshmallow, Eclair
Dogs named after alcoholic beverages - Zinfandel, Jack Daniels. Martini, Guinness, Kahlua
Doggie tourists - Dogs from Texas and Illinois, and the California cities of San Luis Obispo and Chico visited last year's Bark in the Park.

Event Highlights:

Dog Costume Contest - 11 a.m.
Silly Dog Tricks - 12:00 pm.
Pet/Owner Look Alike Contest - 1:00 p.m.

Ongoing Activities:

Dog water Park
Dancing Dogs
Free Dog Agility Course
Kid's Activity Tent
Search and Rescue Demonstrations
Herding Demonstrations
99 cent Rabies Vaccinations
Microchipping
Dog Rescue Organizations
Rally Obedience
Food and Beverages
Live Music
Flyball Canine Relay
Grooming & Training Tips

Sponsors:

City of San Jose
San Jose Mercury News
Humane Society Silicon Valley
San Jose Animal Care Center
San Jose Water Company
KLIV/KRTY
STAR 101.3
Sam's Downtown Feed & Pet Supply
Campus Community Association

About the Campus Community Association

Naglee Park is a historic San Jose neighborhood developed on the estate of Brig. General Henry Morris Naglee, a Civil War veteran and prominent California pioneer. The Campus Community Association grew out of Naglee Park to become a strong advocate for neighborhood values in San Jose. As a result, the Naglee Park neighborhood is at the forefront on issues affecting the downtown neighborhoods and San Jose as a whole.
Website: www.nagleepark.org

About the Humane Society Silicon Valley

Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) is an independent, non-profit agency offering quality adoptions, medical care and education programs to enhance the human-animal bond. Established in 1929, HSSV has served Silicon Valley for more than 79 years and found homes for more than 500,000 animals. HSSV is an ≥open door≈ shelter and accepts animals 24-hours a day, seven days a week. HSSV≠s medical center offers affordable spaying/neutering, vaccinations and microchips to the public. More information about HSSV can be found at http://www.hssv.org

About the San Jose Animal Care Center

The City of San José created the Animal Care & Services division in 2001.. With the completion of the City of San José's new Animal Care Center, the City of San José itself is now providing shelter and field services for San José residents and for residents of Cupertino, Los Gatos, Milpitas and Saratoga. http://www.sanjoseanimals.com/