Boo Bark: Party at the Park
Springfield's only Halloween party for DOGS!
Join APL for a HOWLING Good Time!
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Dogs of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to grab their leashes and their humans and join APL at Springfield’s only Halloween Party for dogs! Boo Bark: Party at the Park is Saturday, October 8th from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Stuart Park on Winch Rd, Springfield.
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There will be lots of activities for dogs and kids alike! You can even visit out PAW-casso booth where dogs can release their inner creativity with paw painting on canvas. An extra fee applies for some activities.
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While you're there check out our dog costume contest! Your $2 entry fee per dog, give you a chance to win prizes! Register on site by 1:00 p.m. Costume contest starts at 1:30 p.m.
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Like to shop? There is a great assortment of vendors at the event showcasing some of the best services and products in the area.
Admission to the entire event is $3 for one dog and $5 for two dogs with all the proceeds going to APL to benefit the animals in our care.
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For the fun and safety of all attendees:
- All dogs must be well behaved and comfortable in large crowds of people and other animals
- All dogs MUST be on a leash (except inside the dog runs)
- No puppies under 4 months of age
- No more than 2 dogs per person
- All animals must be spayed and neutered
- All dogs must be healthy to the best of the owner's knowledge, be current on all shots and have proof of a current rabies vaccine.
APL would like to thank our Title Sponsor, Bank of Springfield, and our co-sponsor, Springfield Park District, our media sponsor, Tails to Remember, our costume contest sponsor, Green Hyundai and our pumpkin sponsor, Wolf Creek Farms.

.Check out our vendors!
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- Moxie Massage
- Tails to Remember
- Green Hyundai
- Springfield Park District
- First Student
- Furever Friends Mobile Grooming
- Dog is Good
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And check out Wolf Creek Farm's and their Farm Fresh Truck
all proceeds go to the animals of APL!
