Pooches on the Green

A St. Paw-trick’s Day Celebration for Dogs and Their Friends

Furry, short-haired, small or large, bring your dog to Beaverton’s first-ever Pooches on the Green event, a St. Paw-trick’s day celebration for dogs and their friends.

Now you can watch the video (WMV) of Pooches on the Green event.

When:	Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:	Beaverton’s City Park, 5th St. at Hall Blvd. (across from the Beaverton City Library)
Who:	You and your dog!

What’s happening?

Wearin’ o’ the Green parade and costume contest for dogs (and their owners!)
A K-9 demonstration by the Beaverton Police Department
Green energy info from Green Mountain Energy
Demonstration and dance-a-long with Murray School of Irish Dance
Bagpipe performance by Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue Pipes and Drums
Dog ear art project for kids with the Beaverton Arts Commission
Silly pet tricks, best kisser and pet look-a-like contests
“Ask a Vet” with Murray Hill Vet
“Read with the Dogs” from the Beaverton City Library and Dove Lewis
Crisis planning for pets from the Beaverton Emergency Management program
Visits with service dogs from the Delta Society
AKC Good Citizen Training
Dog rally course

Registration is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contest winners will be announced at 1:30 p.m.

The first 100 dogs registered will receive goody bags with treats courtesy of Nature’s Pet!

Quick Links

Pooches on the Green Registration Form (PDF) (Please download, fill out form and bring with you to the event!)

Pooches on the Green flyer (PDF) (Put one up in the break room at your office!)

Press Release: Beaverton Launches New ‘Pooches on the Green’ Event (PDF)

When is it happening?

10 a.m.	Mayor Doyle welcome, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue Pipes and Drums perform
10:30 a.m.	Beaverton Police Department K-9 Demonstration
11 a.m.	Mixed Breed Dog Club Rally Course Demonstration
11:30 a.m.	Murray School of Irish Dance Demonstration
Noon	Dog and Owner Dance-a-Long with Murray School of Irish Dance
12:30 p.m.	Silly Pet Tricks and Best Kiss Contests
1 p.m.	Wearin’ o’ the Green dog parade and costume contest
1:30 p.m.	Contest winners announced

Thank you to John Oliver of KUIK Radio for serving as the event emcee!

Pooches on the Green is presented by the City of Beaverton and sponsored by NW Natural, Nature’s Pet, KUIK Radio (1360 AM), and Green Mountain Energy. Special thanks to AKC Good Citizen Training, the Beaverton Arts Commission, Beaverton Police Department, The Beaverton Valley Times, Canidae All Natural Pet Food, City of Beaverton Emergency Management, Delta Society, Emily Andrews Photography, Murray Hill Vet, Heal Massage, Mixed Breed Dog Club, Oregon Humane Society, Service Dogs of America, Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District, and Washington County Animal Control.

Please follow these rules for an enjoyable event for all:

Socialized dogs welcome.
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. For safety reasons, “extend-a-leashes” will NOT be allowed.
Pet poop must be picked up!
Female dogs in heat are not permitted.
Officials reserve the right to refuse entry to any dog whose behavior could be dangerous to others. Please use good judgment regarding the temperament of your pet so that this event will be safe and enjoyable for everyone.
No bikes, skateboards, rollerblades, etc. are permitted for safety reasons.
Due to potential health risks, dogs younger than six months old cannot participate.
Dogs entered must be currently licensed with proof of Parvo and Rabies vaccinations. You do not need to bring proof with you; if an incident occurs, you must be able to produce proof within 48 hours.

Pooches on the Green will take place rain or shine.