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Last weekend, for the third consecutive year, the Doganzo Association and Daganzo Town Council organized “AL AGUA PATAS,” an event where all ARISTODOGS could enjoy a day at the pool, games, activities, and more, together with their human families, demonstrating that coexistence between people and pets is possible.
This canine water party follows the example of the United States and Canada, where it is customary to open swimming pools to pets on the last day of the season, and in Madrid it is held at the facilities of the Daganzo Municipal Swimming Pool. With a maximum capacity of 750 people, tickets sold out days before the event, ensuring complete success.
Upon arrival, visitors received a TRIXIE welcome kit designed for the furry guests, and the veterinarians present confirmed that the dogs had up-to-date microchips and vaccinations. During the day, they had access to two 25×12-meter pools, a children's beginners' pool, green areas, trees, picnic areas, changing rooms, a first-aid room, a café/restaurant, additional veterinarians, information stands, play areas, entertainment activities, contests, and the support of volunteers.
Al Agua Patas was a very special day filled with happy ARISTODOGS, both purebred and mixed-breed, large and small, young and adult, all enjoying an unforgettable day with their families. A great opportunity for ARISTOPARENTS, who often find their opportunities to enjoy time with their best friends very limited.
The proceeds go toward the animal protection work already being carried out in the municipality. As every year, the pools will be emptied and disinfected so they are ready for use next year.
If you were unable to attend this year, we invite you to view the photos of such a wonderful event. If you would like to support the Doganzo Association, you can do so through its website, and at ARISTOPET you can also donate 1% of your purchases made at ARISTOSHOP.
ARISTOPET was there, and we can say firsthand that it was a spectacular, very well-organized event. It is very difficult to manage more than 700 people and more than 400 dogs, and the people at Doganzo had everything planned.
At ARISTOPET, we once again congratulate the organizers of this initiative and Daganzo City Council, and we hope to join them next year together with all the Aristoparents reading us today.
Photographs: Ramiro Evaristo
Filmmaker: Iván Caballero
Doganzo is a nonprofit association active in the municipality of Daganzo de Arriba and the surrounding area, formed by people who love animals and care about their well-being.
Al Agua Patas was held thanks to the support of the Daganzo City Council.
Guest Associations: The Ark of Zeus, Hoope, AXLA Friends for Animals, More Life, Hearts Without a Voice
Partners: Trixie, DK9dog, De Perros, Bar Restaurante La Piscina, Gosbi, Alfeizar, Ferrovial, Chus Blazquez Photography, Hospital Veterinario Alcor, Timing Lap, PisSpas Piscinas y Spas, Dogbuddy, Spanish Association of Disc Dog (AEDISCDOG).