Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences are once again joining forces to provide a fun-filled afternoon for our canine friends! WNCN’s Wes Hohenstein will Emcee this year’s event, and guest judges will include State Senators Floyd McKissick and Mike Woodard as well as Durham County Commissioner Brenda Howerton.

Enter our Pet/Human contests (see schedule for details) judged by local celebrities. Come see two performances by Purina Pro Plan Performance Team, an interactive trick dog show presented by Dare Devil Dogs.

Get a professional photo of you and your pet by Surefire Photography. Enjoy beer from Ponysaurus and food from local food trucks. Browse and shop local business vendors and bid of dozens of raffle items from local artist, restaurants and businesses. Your support will help us promote a dog friendly community and provide services to people and their pets in underserved areas.

Photos by Alex Boerner