Parks are perfect for outdoor excursions with your pooch. Occasionally, parks offer extra festivities for pets and pet lovers, such as Doggie-Palooza in Plantation.
The popular outdoor expo in 2025 is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 25. Entry fee is $2 per person. Dogs attend free.
It's at Happy Tails Park, 6600 SW 16th Street, Plantation 33317. Parking is free.
Proceeds from Doggie-Palooza events are for animal rescue organizations.
The event features vendors, organizations with pets available for adoption, Frisbee dog show and Police K9 demonstration.
Other events include:
- Best-Dressed Pooch contest
- Pet/Owner look-alike contest
- Best Pet Tricks competition
For information, dial 954-452-2510
Other pet events
Free entry for Woofstock in Sunrise February 1 at Welleby Park, 1100 NW 44 Street, Sunrise.