The Owensboro Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the 11th annual "Gone to the Dogs" event on Sunday, August 2 at Cravens Pool.  The open swim session for dogs and their owners will be from 6-8 p.m. In case of inclement weather the event will take place on Monday, August 3 from 6-8 p.m.  Dogs of all sizes are welcome. Admission to the pool is $7 per dog, and the owner(s) get in FREE!

There will be contests, giveaways, and prizes, and dog gone out of the ordinary displays from local pet stores and veterinarians.  Bring in a small bag of dry dog food which will be donated to the Owensboro Humane Society and the Daviess County Animal Shelter.

If you need more information about this fun-filled event or would like to be involved, call Jennifer Hodges, Assistant Recreation Facilities Manager, at 270-687-8333.