The City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation is offering dog owners and their pets an opportunity to swim in a city pool. The city’s 14th Annual Doggie Dip dates for the 2019 season are:

Mack Pool Saturday, August 17 12:00 p.m.-7:00 .p.m

Jordan Pool Saturday, August 24 12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Cost per dog is $4.00 for City of Allentown residents and $8.00 for Non-Residents. Proof of Residency is required to receive the Resident Rate.

All dogs must have a valid 2019 license and be up to date on all vaccinations. One handler in the pool per dog is recommended and any aggressive animals will be asked to exit the event. Monetary donations can be made to Friends of the Allentown Parks. Dry pet food donations on behalf of the Lehigh County Humane Society will be accepted and appreciated.

Please note the updated dates and times from the previously published Spring/Summer 2019 Adventure Allentown Guide. The new dates and times have also been published on the City of Allentown website https://www.allentownpa.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation/Aquatics/Doggie-Dips.

In case of inclement weather, please call the Recreation Inclement Weather Hotline at 610-437-7750 after office hours, or visit us on Facebook for postponement information at www.facebook.com/allentownparkandrec.

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