Events 2007

Mardog holds monthly meetings for its members at the Morris County Library at 30 East Hanover Avenue in Whippany, New Jersey. Exact meeting dates and times are subject to change. Meetings are for MARDOG members only.

Meetings 2007

Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at 7:00pm Morris County Library, 30 East Hanover Avenue, Whippany, New Jersey. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss our plans, activities and meeting schedule for the upcoming year.

Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 7:00pm Morris County Library, 30 East Hanover Avenue, Whippany, New Jersey. The meeting will be a working "hands-on" meeting to prepare for the National Dog Conference 2007.

Saturday, April 28, 2007 from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm MARDOG hosts the National Dog Conference and Symposium 2007 at The Morris County Cultural Center, 300 Mendham Road, Morris Township, New Jersey.

An ancillary goal of the conference is to bring together thought leaders to lay the foundation for a national nonprofit dog park association as well as educate public officials, citizens and citizen committees about the benefits of off-leash recreation. The group will explore what it takes to build and create dog-friendly communities such as pet-friendly housing. Please save this date if you wish to participate in this exciting new grass roots effort.

A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved at The Westin Governor Morris, 2 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ, 07960 at a rate of $129/night for Friday 4/27 and Saturday 4/28 and at The Hyatt, Three Headquarters Plaza, Morristown, NJ, 07960 at a rate of $99/night for Friday 4/27 and Saturday 4/28. When you make your reservation, say you are with the Dog Conference. For more information about the hotels, see www.westingovernormorris.com or www.morristown.hyatt.com. To register for the Dog Conference, Click Here.

Socials 2007

Yappy Hours - [TBD]

Dog Walks [TBD]

Sunday, October 28, 2007
12:00 to 3:00 PM

Sixth Annual Howl-o-ween Dog Parade

Join MARDOG for our sixth annual Howl-o-ween Dog Parade! Meet at the Lewis Morris County Dog Park at 12:00 PM if you want to participate. Cost: $10 per dog includes prizes, apple cider, donuts and doggie treats! It's a tradition so be there or be scared!

Prize Categories:

  • Scariest
  • Prettiest
  • Funniest
  • Best Small, Medium, and Large Dog
  • Most Obedient Dog
  • Best Group
  • Best Howl
  • Best Trick

Vendors, contact info@mardog.org if you wish to participate and set up a booth.


Outreach 2007

Sunday, September 30, 2007
12:00 noon - 5:00 pm

Annual AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day
Morristown Festival on the Green

Stay tuned! MARDOG is planning a huge booth this year including a make shift dog park so contact info@mardog.org if you wish to participate in this effort.