Toronto’s pools are going to the dogs this weekend

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(Bethany Ferr/Pexels)

Toronto’s annual dog-only swims will take place across Toronto on Sept. 4 – the last official day of the outdoor pool season. Dogs are welcome to enjoy a free swim on the last day of the outdoor pool season.

  • Only dogs may swim in the pool. Sorry humans, it’s for your health and safety. If a dog requires assistance, please remove them from the pool immediately
  • An adult aged 18 or older must accompany the dog and watch from the side. One adult can bring a maximum of two dogs
  • Reservations are not required. Show up with your dog and sign in
  • Proof of rabies vaccination is required
  • Spectators aged 12 or older are welcome
  • Dogs displaying aggressive behaviour will be asked to leave the pool area
  • The City of Toronto will be accepting donations of peanut butter, freeze-dried treats (liver, chicken, beef) and toys.

Sunday, September 4, 2022 – 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

  • Blantyre Park, 180 Fallingbrook Rd.
  • Greenwood Park, 150 Greenwood Ave.
  • Halbert Park, 24 Rockwood Dr.
  • High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W
  • Kiwanis Outdoor Pool, 375 Cedarvale Ave.
  • Lambton – Kingsway Outdoor Pool, 37 Marquis Ave.
  • Monarch Park, 115 Felstead Ave.
  • Rotary Outdoor Pool, 25 Eleventh St.
  • Stanley Park South, 700 Wellington St. W

Sunday, September 11, 2022 – 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

  • Riverdale Park East, 550 Broadview Ave.