Pups and their owners cool off at Albuquerque pool

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As the summer season winds down, the Albuquerque Parks and Rec. Department wanted to treat the dogs of the Duke City to some poolside fun!

“The Doggy Paddle” took place today at the Montgomery Pool in northeast Albuquerque and this is the second year for the pool party.

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The recent triple-digit temps had pets and their parents are excited to jump into the cool water.

The city plans to offer another session at the Rio Grande Pool in early September. Click here to learn about the event.

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