DaneFest is the event of the year for anyone who loves and appreciates the Great Dane breed. It was originally organized as a 'family reunion' for people who adopted from Great Dane Rescue of North Texas, but we decided it was too much fun just to keep to ourselves so this event is now open to the public!
DaneFest is held each spring at Dogs Unleashed Daycare. It is usually a four hour event and we have a pretty loose structure: Check-in, walk to the backyard of Dogs Unleashed, PLAY!
It is a great opportunity to mingle with other like-minded people (i.e. people who will not think you are crazy for sharing your bed with 140lb dog) and to pick up some terrific Dane-related items such as t-shirts, bumper stickers and drool rags.
Other breeds of dogs are welcome – we just ask that small dogs stay at home since there is a good chance a small dog could get squished when a giant pack of Great Danes starts running full-force).
Children are definitely welcome too! This is a very family-friendly event. Just keep in mind there will be A LOT of giant dogs and some kiddos might be a bit overwhelmed. Use your best judgment about how your child will respond to being licked and sniffed and bumped by gobs of Danes.
Click here and here to see some pictures from past DaneFests!
Entrance fee is $10 per person. Families of 2 adults + all your kids get in for $30
Rules:
All pets coming must be spayed/neutered.
All pets must be up to date on Rabies, DHLPPC and Bordetella vaccinations and be of good health.
All pets must be good with other dogs and children and have no bite history.
We respectfully request that you leave dogs under 40 pounds at home for their safety.
All adults must have a completed and signed Release and Waiver of Liability (insert link to form). Release must be signed by all adults coming and have the printed names of all children in attendance.
All dogs must remained leashed unless in the "free zone".
Dogs displaying improper behavior will be required to serve a "time-out" in a crate. If the behavior becomes troublesome/dangerous to others, then dog will be asked to leave for the safety of others.
We look forward to seeing you at DaneFest 2009!
