DC’s Doggy Day Swim 2024 being held at 4 pools

WASHINGTON ( DC News Now ) — Doggie Day Swim 2024 returns to D.C. this Saturday.

The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation and D.C. Health said Doggy Day Swim will be held on Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four different pools around the District.

These pools will be hosting Doggy Day Swim:

• Francis Pool (2435 N Street NW)
• Langdon Park Pool (2860 Mills Avenue NE)
• Ridge Road Pool (830 Ridge Road SE)
• Upshur Pool (4300 Arkansas Avenue NW)

The event is free but attendees must register.

All dogs must have a valid dog license and tag issued by D.C. Health. Photocopies will not be accepted.

All dog owners will need to follow these rules during the event:

• Dog handlers must be 16 years of age or older.
• Dog handlers cannot swim or enter the pool with their dogs.
• Dogs must be sociable and remain leashed while on the pool deck.
• All dogs must be current on vaccinations including rabies and distemper.
• All dogs must be spayed/neutered.

For more information on dog licensing, click here .

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