Texarkana’s furry four-legged friends will have something to wag their tails about on Saturday, November 1. The 9th Annual Bark at the Park returns to the Kylee Sullivan Dog Park at Spring Lake Park.

This event will run from 9 AM to noon, with the Mall Drive entrance providing easy access for visitors and their pets.

Free Vaccinations and Registrations in Texarkana

Being a responsible pet owner can get expensive, but at this event, you can take advantage of free rabies vaccinations and city registrations for both dogs and cats.

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Additional vaccinations will also be available for a small fee, with all paperwork completed on-site. Organizers remind everyone to keep their dogs on leashes and your cats safely in carriers throughout the event.

Bark at the Park is Open to All Pet Lovers in Texarkana and Surrounding Areas

Bark at the Park is open to everyone, even if you live outside of Texarkana, Texas, but it is important to note that this registration will not replace any requirements set by your own city’s pet regulations.

Why is it Important for my Dog or Cat to get Vaccinations?

Keeping up with your pet’s vaccinations is one of the most important things you can do to protect their health and yours! Rabies is a fatal disease that can spread to humans, and routine shots help keep it under control in the community.

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Regular vaccinations also protect pets from other serious illnesses like parvo and distemper in dogs. For cats, it's feline leukemia and numerous infectious respiratory diseases. All these vaccines will help ensure your furry four-legged child will live a longer and happier life.

This annual event is a perfect opportunity to take care of those vital updates. We owe it to our pets, who depend on us and bring so much joy every day.
Spring Lake Park is located at 4303 N. Park Road in Texarkana, Texas.

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