MIAMI — Miami is no stranger to festivals, and while this one is a lot furrier and droolier, it’s guaranteed to make your heart full.
Miami’s first-ever Big Woof Festival at Regatta Park in Coconut Grove is bringing together thousands of animal lovers for two days of community and competition, celebrating all things dog.
From corgi and dachshund races to frisbee and agility courses, it’s aimed to highlight the special bond between us humans and our four-legged pals.
Zoo Miami’s very own Ron Magill is an ambassador for the event.
“It’s really just a great family day and when I say family, I mean including your dogs, because anyone who has a dog knows they’re part of your family,” said Magill.
Behind every happy dog is a human who made a promise.
And in January, a month when shelters often see heartbreaking spikes in surrenders, organizers say that promise matters more than ever.
The festival raises money for the Paws4You Rescue, while also giving families a chance to learn what responsible dog ownership looks like.
And if you think you’re ready to adopt, there will be many pups there waiting for a second chance.
“I go to the adoption event and just knowing the stories, it’s heartbreaking,” said Big Woof organizer Laura Pequignot. “So being able to create awareness for this at such a large scale to me is just really heartwarming and purposeful.”
Because who knows, maybe you can change a pup’s life, just be prepared for them to change your life, too.
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