Bark in the Park

Dogs and their families are invited to the 4th Annual Bark in the Park on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Atlantic County 4H Fairgrounds, 3210 NJ-50, Mays Landing, N.J. This dog-friendly fundraiser is held by Absecon Veterinary Hospital to benefit its non-profit charity, Laddie’s Legacy, which provides financial assistance for families who cannot afford lifesaving care for their pets.

Admission is $7 per person. Kids 12 and under and dogs are free. Dogs must be people, kid, and other dog friendly and up to date on vaccines. Dogs also must be on non-retractable leashes. Bark in the Park will feature local vendors, food trucks, a beer garden with craft beer from Dr. Brewlittles Beer Company, and a ton of dog friendly games and activities.

“We’re not talking about games like cornhole or ladders where your dog just sits next you, looking cute; we mean games and activities that INCLUDE your dog,” said Cherie Scheurich, Executive Director, Laddie’s Legacy. “Dog vs. Human pie eating contest, musical sit, a fun treasure hunt for treats, and more will be available for your pups to play!”

Bark in the Park activities include:

• Beer Garden
• Ax Throwing
• Electric Cars for Kids
• Dog Show
• Petting Zoo
• Human/Animal Zen Center
• Food Trucks
• Vendors
• Dog Training Demonstrations
• Doggy Musical Chairs
• Human vs. Dog Pie Eating Contest
• Dog Nose Painting
• Face Painting (for people)
• Duck Pond
• Raffle Baskets
• Future Vet Workshop (additional fee – RSVP and pre-payment required)

The Future Vet Workshop is for children ages 6-11 and teens ages 12-16. This year’s hour-long class will focus on horses, and will be taught by the staff from Absecon Veterinary Hospital. Each student will receive at summer learning packet with flash cards that will help prepare them for their workshop at Bark.

For sponsorships, vendor applications or more information about the event, contact Cherie Scheurich at 609-646-7013 or [email protected]. Progressive 50/50 tickets will be on sale soon.

Laddie's Legacy

Last year’s event helped raise over $17,000 dollars for Laddie’s Legacy, a non-profit organization dedicated to help saving pets lives. Laddie’s Legacy is a veterinarian referred vet bill assistant program that has saved countless lives since its inception in 2022. Laddie’s Legacy commemorates the life of Laddie, a Maine Coon kitty that was surrendered to Absecon Veterinary Hospital because his owner could not pay for increasing medical fees. For more information on Laddie’s Legacy and all the lives saved, visit www.laddieslegacy.org.

About Absecon Veterinary Hospital

Founded by Dr. Kenneth Grossman in 1980, Absecon Veterinary Hospital has provided comprehensive animal care to Atlantic County and surrounding towns since its inception. The hospital’s team of over 40 Doctors and 100 Support Staff is fully committed to educating clients about how to keep pets healthy year-round, with good nutrition and exercise. Absecon Veterinary Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and, above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every wellness visit, procedure, or surgery.

Contact Information

Cherie Scheurich, Executive Director

Laddie’s Legacy

609-646-7013

[email protected]

Host or Publisher Absecon Veterinary Hospital/Laddie's Legacy