Posted on: September 10, 2015

Poochapalooza Returns on September 19, 2015

GLEN ELLYN, IL – Poochapalooza is returning for its 5th year at the Glen Ellyn Park District’s Spring Avenue Dog Park on Saturday, September 19. Members, non-members and their pups are invited to attend this free, dog-friendly event from 1-4pm.

Participants of the event will enjoy live performances by SkyDogz, the ultimate “high energy” Frisbee dog entertainment in the Midwest. SkyDogz are scheduled for performances at 1:15pm, 2:15pm and 3:15pm.

Pups are sure to enjoy the Fido to go™ food truck, which will be serving hand-crafted, gluten and allergen-free canine cookies & doggy ice creams/frozen yogurts! Fido to go™ is the first doggy treat truck of its kind in the nation.

Dress your pet in their best costume for a chance to win the costume contest. In addition, there will be a most unique bark and talent contest. A tennis ball raffle with prizes and a pet photo booth will also be available for canine participants.

Pet-friendly vendors will be on-hand sharing information about pet care and services. Vendors include: Countryside Animal Clinic, 3 Goldens & A Mutt, Floofins + Company, Happy Dog Barkery, Kriser’s Natural Pet, Dog N Scrubs, K9 Swim & Trim, and more.

New this year, pet adoptions will be available through Illinois Animal Clinic and the off-leash area has been expanded.

The Glen Ellyn Park District would like to thank it’s title sponsor, Countryside Animal Clinic, for helping make this event possible.

The Spring Avenue Dog Park is located at 185 Spring Avenue, Glen Ellyn. For more information about Poochapalooza, please visit www.gepark.org.