Dog Boarding in Waco
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Beth is a Dog whisperer. She cared for our Charlie like he was her own. Lots of videos, pics and updates. We will being recommending her and she is our Favorite preferred Fur-giver.
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Riley loves Beth! She s so detailed and takes great care of the Riley like she s her own!
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The best dog events in Waco
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Puppy Love 5k Fun Run
In celebration of the holiday of love, leash up your pooch for a 5k fun run! The Annual Puppy Love 5k Fun Run is scheduled for February, and you won’t want to miss out on this fun event.
Hosted by the Austin Boxer Rescue, the 5k will begin at Warren Park in Hewitt, Texas, which is a short 15-minute drive from Waco. Beginning at 7:30 a.m., registration goes until 8:45 a.m. The Puppy Love race is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., and it is a timed event. The Sweetheart Stroll, which is untimed, will start at 9:15 a.m. Awards will be given out around 10 a.m. Ticket prices are released close to the event date.
Adoptable boxers will be on-site looking for new homes!
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Dog Days of Summer
Each September, Hewitt Park hosts a Saturday of fun for dog owners in the Waco, Texas, area! This family- and dog-friendly event kicks off with a concert on the preceding Friday night at Warren Park. The concert will also feature food trucks, so come hungry!
On Saturday, don’t miss the weenie dog races, many canine activities, expert discussions, and a ton of local vendors that will have their products on site. You can even get a Glam Fur photo with your pet while enjoying great food from local food trucks!
There will be pet rescues at the event with adoptable pets as well.
Admission is free.
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Wiener Dog Races
Each October during the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo in Waco, Texas, there is a Wiener Dog Race that you and your dachshund won’t want to miss! Start training now for next year’s event, and you may walk home with a prize from the race!
Head to the Extraco Banks Kids Zone to catch the races, starting at 1 pm. If you are entering the race, you must have a partner with you, as each dog requires two humans to race. To enter the fairgrounds, all dogs must be leashed. Dogs must also be up-to-date on vaccines and owners must sign waivers.
Entry fee is $20 per dog.
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Fuzzy Friends Rescue Zombie Run
Who wouldn’t want to be a zombie for a day? Put your best efforts into creating a zombie costume and get your running shoes laced for a 5k run or a 1k Pet Walk. Don’t forget to dress up your pup for the chance to win the Best Zombie Dog Costume Contest!
Overall male and female winners of the 5k race will win a $100 gift card. Dogs can participate in the Waggiest Tail, Best Trick, and Zombie Costume Contests to win $50 gift cards to Petco! There will also be a Human Zombie Costume Contest with a prize.
All registered racers will receive a T-shirt and custom bib.
Admission is determined closer to the race date.
New Year’s Eve Barkin’ Ball
Each New Year’s Eve, you can join Fuzzy Friends for their annual Barkin’ Ball. The best way to ring in the New Year in the Waco, Texas, area, you won’t want to miss out on the chance to listen to great music and play with cute dogs while getting your paw-ty on.
Each year, there is live entertainment and food for all the guests in attendance. The event is held at the Waco Convention Center
Tickets are $200 per person, or $2,000 per table. Tickets must be purchased online before the event. Stay tuned for event times.
For 10 years in a row, this event has been voted the Best Charity Event in Waco.
