This article was featured in WYDaily on 8/19/22.
The dog days of summer are passing by, meaning one thing – it’s time for the annual Drool in the Pool event by the Heritage Humane Society.
Greater Williamsburg’s animal shelter has teamed up with James City Parks & Recreation for this treasured yearly event. On Sat., Sept. 10, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., residents and their furry friends are invited to come out to the pool at the Chickahominy Riverfront Park located at 1350 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg. The Heritage Humane Society asks for a $10 donation per dog with all proceeds helping the homeless pets they serve at the shelter.
Take a deep dive or chill on the pool deck
In this 2021 video, 150 dogs came out for a splashtastic time resulting in $2,000 raised for homeless pets. Dogs have free reign of the pool to swim and perfect their belly flops while bidding farewell to summer. Pups not so eager to take a dip are just as welcome to enjoy the festivities. Refreshments, goodies, and vendors will be featured at the event. 92.3 The Tide will be spinning tunes from the event over local airwaves. The event is still accepting vendors. Those interested can email the shelter at [email protected].
Muddy Marley’s Dog Wash will host a bubble bath station. For a $10 donation per dog, your pooch can get lathered up, rinsed off, and towel dried, a welcomed treat for all for the ride home. Proceeds are being generously donated to help the homeless shelter pets at the Heritage Humane Society.
Rebecca Mulvain, Owner of Muddy Marley’s Dog Wash shared, “We are excited to help support a great cause for a fifth year in a row and we are looking forward to seeing all the cute pups!”
