Dog Events in Independence, OH

Woofstock is Northeast Ohio's biggest outdoor dog and family friendly festival and FUN-draiser. This dog-friendly festival brings together pet lovers, local vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, interactive activities, tail-wagging contests and adorable adoptable animals. Guests can also join the Woofstock Ramble Parade with their pups while supporting Rescue Village’s lifesaving work helping animals in need.

This annual pet memorial and tribute event includes a blessing the pets ceremony, remembrance activities, music, speakers, and a tribute walk over the Rainbow Bridge. Bring your current pet on a non-retractable leash. You may pre-register and submit a pet tribute online prior to the event. Sign-in and remembrance activities start at 12:15 PM, and the program begins at 1:00 PM.

Bring Fido to this fun event to benefit Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter! Prizes for top fundraising teams/ individuals & awards for top finishers.

This fun and easy event is perfect for dog lovers of all fitness levels. After the race, enjoy local vendors and food trucks, plus awards for the top male and female runners as well as special categories for your furry friends.

Leashed dogs are welcome at this outdoor event featuring incredible vegan food, desserts, cruelty-free shopping, and animal and environmental activism.