Dog Days of Summer

Dog Days of Summer

Cardiff’s annual one-day street fair for dogs and dog lovers is set for Saturday, August 8, from 9:30am-5pm on Newcastle Ave, Aberdeen Drive and Liverpool Drive. The event is hosted by Cardiff 101 Main Street and is expected to draw 10,000 four-legged friends, their fans, and family members.  Participants can watch or enter in 4 different dog contests including Cutest Puppy, Dog/Owner Look-A-Like, Best Looking Big Dog and Best Looking Small Dog. After the contest, local musical talents will be showcased in conjunction with the Lost Abbey beer garden with Jefferson Washington at 1pm and Second Cousins at 3pm. New this year, Canidae and GoPro will be hosting a Diving Dog Competition for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and abilities. Event highlights also include 200 booths including pet adoptions from local shelters and rescue organizations, specialty pet products and services, food vendors, a doggie photo booth, cool zones, and a large silent auction. (www.cardiffdogdaysofsummer.com)