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Paws in the Park Returns to Oglebay for a Day of Dog-Friendly Fun

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Drool in the Pool returns to the Crispin Center outdoor pool at Oglebay this weekend as part of the annual Paws in the Park.

WHEELING -- Oglebay Park Resort invites dogs and their families to enjoy a day of play, connection and outdoor adventure during the annual Paws in the Park event on Saturday, Sept. 12.

Paws in the Park celebrates the special bond between people and their dogs with a full day of dog-friendly experiences. Guests can explore Oglebay's historic trails with their canine companions, let their pups make a splash in the Crispin Center outdoor pool and connect with fellow dog lovers throughout the day.

Event Highlights include the Best Friend Hike at 9 a.m. at the Schenk Lake boathouse. The day begins with a guided hike through Oglebay's scenic and historic trails. Guests are invited to bring their dogs along for a morning of fresh air, exploration and time together in the park.

Then from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., its the popular Drool at the Pool at the Crispin Center Outdoor Pool.

Presented by Dirty Paws Pet Care Service of Wheeling, Drool at the Pool gives dogs the chance to make a splash at Crispin Center outdoor pool during the final hours of the swimming season. A $10 donation per dog is requested, with proceeds benefiting the animals at Oglebay Good Zoo. Participants are required to sign an Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability Agreement and provide proof of current rabies, CPV, CDV and CVA vaccinations.

At 1 p.m., a K-9 Meet & Greet will take place at the Crispin Center Patio. Paws in the Park concludes with a special meet and greet with Wheeling's K-9 unit. Guests are invited to stop by the Crispin Center Patio to meet local officers and their canine partners, and wrap up a day dedicated to celebrating dogs at Oglebay.

Whether joining for a morning on the trails, an afternoon by the pool or a full day of activities, Paws in the Park offers another way for the community to come together, enjoy the outdoors and celebrate the special connection between people and their dogs.

For additional event information, visit oglebay.com/paws-in-the-park.

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