San Jose Bark in the Park 2010 Presented by Canidae Pet Foods Introduces Tail Wagging Contest

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--San Jose Bark in the Park 2010 has added a new contest, Happy Dog Tail Wagging, at this premier dog and family oriented event. Happy dogs and their owners are encouraged to come to this year’s San Jose Bark in the Park on Saturday, September 18, 2010, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in William Street Park (Corner of E. William Street and S. 16^th Street) in downtown San Jose, CA.

The Happy Dog Tail Wagging contest is in addition to three other contests that are extremely popular and fun to watch, even if your dog isn’t competing. These contests are held at the main stage at William Street Park and are scheduled at the following times.

Dog Costume Contest, 11 a.m.
Silly Dog Tricks, 12 p.m.
Pet/Owner Look Alike Contest, 1 p.m.
Happy Dog Tail Wagging, 2 p.m.

Bark in the Park 2010 presented by Canidae All Natural Pet Foods is a fun, family oriented event that attracts over 3,500 dogs and 15,000 humans. Highlights of the event are the Dog Contests. Bark benefits the Campus Community Association, Humane Society Silicon Valley and San Jose Animal Care Center. For Bark details call 408-793-5125 or visit www.BarkSanJose.org

Located in an expansive, tree lined Neighborhood Park, this casual, family oriented day features contests, music, beverages, food, celebrities, demonstrations, dog-related vendors and services, kids activities. And dogs, lots of dogs. Admission is free with a $5 donation per dog encouraged.

Ongoing activities include: Dancing Dogs, Dog Water Park, Free Dog Agility Course, Rabies Vaccinations, Low Cost Microchipping, Dog Related Vendors, Flyball Canine Relay, Herding Demonstrations, Family Activities, Performing Dogs, Grooming, and Training.

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Public Contact Info:

Yelpline: 408.793.5125
email: info@BarkSanJose.org
Website: http://www.barksanjose.org/
P.O. Box 90038, San Jose, CA 95109-3038

Bark in the Park thanks our sponsors:

Canidae All Natural Pet Foods, Campus Community Association, City of San Jose, San Jose Mercury News, San Jose Water Company, KLIV/KRTY, Sam’s Downtown Feed & Pet Supply, Canine Corral Dog Daycare, Paws Crossing Pet Resort, SPOTS, Visit Mendocino County, Banfield Pet Hospital, Humane Society Silicon Valley, and San Jose Animal Care Center.

About Bark in the Park

Bark in the Park^TM is a fundraising event hosted by the Naglee Park neighborhood's Campus Community Association (CCA). All proceeds benefit the CCA, Humane Society Silicon Valley and the San Jose Animal Care Center.

About the Campus Community Association

Naglee Park is a historic San Jose neighborhood developed on the estate of Brig. General Henry Morris Naglee, a Civil War veteran and prominent California pioneer. The Campus Community Association grew out of Naglee Park to become a strong advocate for neighborhood values in San Jose. As a result, the Naglee Park neighborhood is at the forefront on issues affecting the downtown neighborhoods and San Jose as a whole. http://www.nagleepark.org/

About the Humane Society Silicon Valley

The Humane Society Silicon Valley is one of the largest animal shelters on the West Coast, caring for more than 28,000 animals last year alone. Approximately 91 percent of the animals placed for adoption find new homes. The shelter pets benefit directly from the funds raised at Bark in the Park. http://www.hssv.org/

About the San Jose Animal Care Center

The City of San José created the Animal Care & Services division in 2001. With the completion of the City of San José's new Animal Care Center, the City of San José itself is now providing shelter and field services for San José residents and for residents of Cupertino, Los Gatos, Milpitas and Saratoga. http://www.sanjoseanimals.com/