Doggie Olympics to be Held in Washington

Calling all four-legged Olympians! From June 15-16, pooches in Washington will be able to test their mettle.

The event will begin with a pre-registration pizza party on Friday, June 15 from 4 -7 p.m. There will be pizza for $2 a slice and soft drinks for 50 cents.

The party will take place at the Breakers hotel, which is located on Highway 103 at 26th Street, Long Beach, WA 98631.

The Doggie Olympic Games will be held on June 16 from 1-4 p.m. on the Bolstad Ave. Beach Approach.

Here are a few of the events your pooch can compete in:

  •  What, No Ducks? Ball Toss
  •  Nadia Comaneci Agility
  •  Rip Van Winkle Sleep Off
  •  Dunking For Dogs
  •  Filla Fuller Brush Shedding
  •  Luciano Pavarotti Commemorative Sing-Off
  •  Babe Ruth Obedience Baseball
  •  I’ve Got Rhythm Musical Sit
  •  Peanut Butter Lick
  •  Frisbee Throw
  •  Who’s Your Daddy?
  •  Doggie Dash

Paw-print-shaped gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners for each competition.

Some contests will involve the participation of the handler. For their safety, puppies under 4 months will not be permitted at the event.

For further information about this event, visit doggieolympicgames.com.