The Dogs Will Have Their Day at Jim Barnett Park Pool in Winchester

It's "All Paws on Deck" at this Pool Party for Pooches

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All Paws on Deck

WINCHESTER, VA (08/28/2014)(readMedia)-- On September 1st, the Winchester Parks and Recreation Department will host "All Paws on Deck", a dogs only pool party. The community is invited to bring their pooch to Jim Barnett Park's outdoor pool from 6-8pm for this end of the season dog swim. The event allows pups to run around and play in the water, while dog owners sit poolside and watch the spectacle. Though there won't be any dogs careening down the pool slide, the small shallow pool will be open for the tentative dogs who may not know how to swim. For dogs who take the leap without having much exposure to water, lifeguards will be on duty in case lifesaving is necessary. This is a great chance for dogs to learn to swim in a safe environment. Drool in the pool is an expectation as is tons of hair in the filter system. Following the event, Winchester Parks and Recreation will close the pool for the summer season and begin clean-up. The admission fee is $2.00 and is FREE for members of the Winchester Dog Park. Non-members must bring proof of rabies vaccination for entrance into the event.