Dog Expo
Pups in the Pines
This Event is Hosted by: The Town of Payson & the Payson Lions Club
Pups in the Pines is a day to celebrate “man’s best friend” and learn about how dogs enhance our lives. Come let your pup play in the grass and enjoy activities, contests, and more. Enjoy K9 officer demos, Tonto Rim Search and Rescue showcases, and dog athletes in Disc, Flyball, and Agility. Visit with therapy dogs from Banner Caring Canines and Love on a Leash, plus Assistance dogs from Canine Companions and Leader Dogs. The Central AZ Humane Society, dog trainers, and vendors will also be there..
Dogs can compete in contests, play musical bumps (like musical chairs), perform tricks, and strut in costume. Kids can enjoy face painting and art activities.
Plus, food vendors will be on-site for a tasty treat!
Schedule & Activities
Doggie Demos and canine organizations
8am – 10:30Am
8am
Sheriff K9
TRSAR
Disc
Agility
@10:30am
Love on a Leash / Banner therapy dogs,
Canine Companions
Doggie Contests | pre-registration encouraged
11Am
11am
Costume Contest,
Musical Bumps
Look Alike,
Best Trick. Open to all Doggie Guests.
Pre-register Online or Register Day of Onsite
Lions Club Raffle & Scavenger hunt winner announcement
12Pm
The Payson Lions Club will announce the winners of its onsite raffle and scavenger hunt winners. We invite all guests to be present for the live drawing.
Furry Friends are allowed & encouraged to attend!
Dogs must be leashed – Max. 6ft leash | No retractable leashes allowed.
Town Codes: §90.20 and §90.21
Current rabies vaccine required for all pets. Owners/handlers are responsible for the behavior and actions of their dogs at all times. Dog waste must be cleaned up by handlers immediately. Dogs causing a disturbance must be removed immediately.
Thank you to our Event Sponsors
This event is free for the public, so bring your chairs and a blanket to enjoy a morning full of dog events and activities.
We are CURRENTLY accepting vendors for this event. If you are interested in being a vendor at a Town of Payson Event, please visit the link below for a vendor request form.
Payson Parks and Recreation
This event is proudly put on by our Payson Parks and Recreation Department. For questions and to follow our updates, please follow our social media accounts or reach out to our office.