Indianapolis area rescue Alliance for Responsible Pet Ownership, Inc. (ARPO) announced it will hold its 16th Annual Dog Olympics Event at Broad Ripple Park on September 17th. Fun for people and dogs of all ages, the event registration will begin at 9:30 am with events starting at 10:30 am EST. Returning this year will be emcees and fan favorites Dean Metcalf (Producer of Q95’s Bob and Tom Show) and Bethany “Buffy” Phyne (of Pet Pals TV) who will announce the “paw by paw” action.

“The ARPO Dog Olympics is the absolute best way to spend a Saturday morning”, stated co- emcee Dean Metcalfe. “Lots of wonderful people and adorable dogs in a beautiful park, having a blast engaging in friendly competition. I love seeing the huge variety of ‘dog-thletes’ that show up: big, small, mutts, purebreds, goofy, serious – all different, but all wonderful.“

In addition to the 7 canine Olympic Events (T-Shirt Race, Shedding Contest, Pie-Eating Contest for human/dog teams, Obstacle Course, Bone-Finding Contest, Treat-Catching Contest, and Barking Contest), the event will also feature a Silent Auction, local crafts, pet themed vendors, pet item sales, and T-Shirts. Participants in the Dog Olympics may enter their dog for a fee of $5 per event, or $30 for all 7 events. Spectators of all ages are free.

“Dog Olympics is not only our biggest fundraiser of the year, but also the most fun and unique event we host,” stated Tinsley Dahl, President of ARPO. “Every dollar that is raised during the event is utilized for veterinary expenses for local dogs and cats to provide the care they need to be placed in loving ‘furever’ adoptive homes. If you are not a dog owner but love watching dogs perform or would like to browse our silent auction and vendor tables, Dog Olympics will not disappoint!”

For Dog Olympics Event Updates and Registration:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1741725046023477

For Sponsorship & Vendor information, or to donate silent auction items, please email info@adoptarpo.org.

To make a monetary donation or learn more about ARPO: http://adoptarpo.org/donate/