Saturday, September 26, 2009

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

River Downs Race Track
6301 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati

$5 Admission per family

Free Parking


This event benefits animal rescue groups and other organizations that help the stray and abandoned animals of the Tri-State area. NOTE: All attending dogs must be at least 4 months of age, altered and current on vaccinations.

All-day Events to Include

  • Emcee provided by Local12
  • Donetta Zimmerman - Animal Psychic
  • Rescue Pledge Walk
  • Microchip Station
  • Howloween Costume Parade & Contest with Prizes
  • Pet Photographer
  • Agility and Training Activities
  • Raffle

  • Vendors
  • Door Prizes
  • Local Rescues for Pets of All Kinds
  • Food & Drinks

Scheduled Events & Presentations

  • 9:15 a.m. - Blessing of the Animals
  • 9:30 a.m. - Rescue Pledge Walk [register here]
  • 3:30 p.m. - Doggie Dash Race
  • Presentation - Animal DNA Testing
  • Presentation - Animal Massage
  • Presentation - WAVE Foundation of the Newport Aquarium
  • Presentation - Parrot Care

Rescue Pledge Walk


You'll have the opportunity to walk the River Downs race track with your dog in our two mile Pledge Walk and help raise money for rescue! Get your friends and coworkers to sponsor you to help save animals in need. Winners of the Pledge Walk will receive gift certificates for local businesses. We will have a Blessing of the Animals at 9:15 am and the Pledge Walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a bandana for their pup. Register here and print your pledge form to begin raising money for rescues today!


Something For Every Pet Lover

Whether you're a dog or cat person, or enjoy a more exotic pet, you'll find something exciting at River Downs for the day.