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Dog Days at the Garden

DATE: Nov. 22
TIME: 8-11 a.m.
PRICE: Included with Membership or General Admission


Admission to this experience includes full access to FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse Oct. 11 – May 10.

Last Dog Admission 10:30-11 a.m.

Sonoran Santa is Coming to the Garden, Nov. 22
Join us at this Dog Day a chance to frolic with Sonoran Santa at Dog Days at the Garden. Snap your own complimentary festive photo with the family, your pup and Sonoran Santa! First 300 dogs will receive complimentary holiday-themed dog treats from Happy Tails Barkery.

Dogs not permitted at Gertrude’s, The RAF Gallery, Butterfly Pavilion or Cactus Clubhouse.

Event is rain or shine. If there is rain, Santa and photo opps will be inside Webster Auditorium.

For the health and safety of guests and dogs, please note the following: 

  • Stay hydrated! Water fountains and refill stations are located throughout the Garden.
  • Clean up after your dog and deposit bagged waste in trash receptacles.
  • Dogs must be on a leash, licensed and up-to-date on vaccinations.
  • Owners must maintain control of their dogs at all times.
  • Any dogs deemed to be aggressive to humans or other dogs will be asked to leave the Garden.
  • Watch those noses and paws! Be alert to cactus pieces and other debris on the trails and do not allow dogs to wander off trail.
  • Be aware of your dog’s limits and monitor your pet for signs of heat stress.

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