'A Tail-Wagging Good Time': Volunteers Sought For Fremont Downtown Dog Days

FREMONT, CA — City officials are seeking volunteers to take part in Fremont's Downtown Dog Days event in October.

The event will take place on Saturday, October. 4, at the Fremont Downtown Event Center and Plaza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Volunteers need to be ages 14 and up and be available to help anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

"Whether you're assisting with setup, cleanup, or supporting fun, dog-themed activities, this is a great opportunity to give back to the community, earn volunteer hours, and enjoy a tail-wagging good time," city officials said in a statement in their newsletter last week.

For people interested in attending the event, it will include several family-friendly activities, such as a dog costume contest, story times, a "Paint Your Pet Class," and food trucks, according to Fremont city officials. There will also be opportunities to adopt, vaccinate and train dogs.

"Come celebrate our four-legged friends and connect with your community," city officials said.

The costume contest will take place at 11:30 a.m. People who want to participate can sign up through an online form.

Anyone who wants to take part in the "Paint Your Pet Class" event will need to register online.

The low-cost vaccination clinic, meanwhile, will render services on a first-come, first-served basis, according to officials.

(The Fremont Downtown Event Center and Plaza is located at 3500 Capitol Ave.)