Cardiff Dog Days of Summer is presented by Cardiff 101 Main Street and the City of Encinitas. This free event is sponsored by Kahoots and open to the public and features dog-related vendors, rescue groups, pet adoption agencies, a fun-filled dog ice cream eating contest and a lure by Swift Paws. Activities include dog contests, live music, a libation lounge hosted by The Lost Abbey, Kove, and Local Roots (ticketed), food trucks, and more! Puppy Picnic Co. will be a vendor at Dog Days featuring a pupnic photo op and pop-up shopping from our online storefront.
Rescue Row
“Rescue Row” is presented by the Rancho Coastal Humane Society. All Rescue Row event proceeds are donated to Rancho Coastal Humane Society whose focus is to rescue, shelter, and find homes for companion animals while promoting humane ideals through education and community outreach.
The City of Encinitas “Pet Health Expo” will be on-site providing pet micro-chipping thanks to San Diego Humane Society.
Dog Contests: Sign-up Day of Event at 9 AM
Does your dog like to strut its stuff? Our popular dog contest is back! Compete in a contest and you could take home a ribbon for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place. First-place winners will receive a goodie basket filled with dog food, treats, toys, and more! Registration is the day of the event starting at 9:00 am with $10 cash or credit/debit.
AT THE CARDIFF 101 BOOTH
Be sure to stop by the Cardiff 101 Booth to check out Opportunity Drawing items and to purchase tickets for a chance to win awesome prizes!
Event Happenings
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Shuttle Service to/from San Dieguito Academy
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Vendor Village
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Dog Contests
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Swift Paws Lure
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Agility Course
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM San Diego Fire Department demonstrations after each contest
11:00AM - 3:00 PM Libation Lounge ($)
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Adoptions at Rescue Row
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Opportunity Drawing tickets for sale