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Joondalup Dogs Day Out 2017 - March 26

The City of Joondalup Dogs Day Out is back on Sunday 26th March at Lexcen Park (Ocean Reef). This is a family-friendly celebration of man's best friend, with dogs encouraged to take part in the fun.

Once again WA Pet Project are sponsoring the free microchipping (for the first 50 dogs) which will be performed by Dr.Naomi from North 2 South Vet Care.

This year’s Dogs Day Out is shaping up to be extra paw-pular with the exciting addition of a Coastal Dog Walk to kick off the festivities. 

This involves a leisurely 3.2km round-trip walk from Lexcen Park and along the coastal path between Boat Harbour Quays and Resolute way exit. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Sunset Coast with your furry friend and like-minded dog lovers.



Registrations are essential and participants will be rewarded with an exclusive doggie bag (whilst stocks last).Registrations will be accepted online here from March 8 and will close on March 20 (5.00pm).

Registered participants and their four-legged friend are also invited to have their photo snapped on the Pupparazi Red Carpet.


Stewart, the Vetwest mascot
There will be plenty of pooch-related activities and demonstrations to keep the whole family entertained, including:

  • Agility demonstrations
  • Market stalls and exhibitions offering the latest pooch products and service
  • Obedience training tips and tricks
  • Behavioural demos
  • Competitions with prizes for the waggiest tail, best-dressed dog and best trick
  • Dog grooming
  • City Rangers to answer all your questions
  • Food and drinks for you and your dogs
  • Free doggie bags (while stock lasts!)


When: Sunday 26th March 2017


7.30am - 8.00am:  Dog Walk Check-in and Pupparazi Red Carpet
8.00am - 9.00am: Coastal Dog Walk
9.00am - 1.00pm:  Dogs Day Out Festival


Where: Lexcen Park, Lexcen Crescent, Ocean Reef, Perth, Australia

Cost: Free entry. Dogs must be on a lead at all times.

For more details, please visit www.joondalup.wa.gov.au


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