Paws at the Park Gold Coast: Organiser still fielding calls just weeks out from event

The organisers behind Gold Coast’s biggest celebration of all things dog are still fielding calls every day just weeks out from the annual event. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

The Gold Coast’s biggest celebration of all things dog is back — and shows no signs of slowing down.

Now in its fourth year, Paws at the Park organiser Jenna Schroeder said she was still fielding calls every day from business owners two weeks out from the annual event.

While applications have closed — all 116 stalls were rapidly snapped up — Ms Schroeder said they had added two events to their line up after asking for feedback last time.

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Safe to say Honey is excited about munching on some more doggie birthday cake, made by Furtrition. Picture: Jerad Williams

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“One of the extra events is an agility demonstration in the afternoon in the off leash area,” she said.

“The other is information on what to feed your dog, a nutrition panel.”

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A vet, animal nutritionist and spokespeople from Frontier Dog Food and Suburban Pets will help dog owners make the best decisions for their pet’s nutritional needs.

Paws at the Park will also be the official birthday bash for the Animal Welfare League of Queensland, who are celebrating 60 years of life saving work taking in and rehoming unwanted dogs and cats.

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Luke Shayler and Trent Owers with Labradoodle called Honey. Picture: Jerad Williams

There will be an adoption parade for their long-term pups, with the pooches wearing accessories from local stall holders.

There will also be an activity tent where people can make their own dog toys.

“We never meant for Paws at the Park to be what it is, but it’s really cool how big it’s become,” Ms Schroeder said.

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Paws at the Park is happening again, bigger and better than ever and the AWLQ are celebrating 60 years. Picture: Jerad Williams

She said they were also bringing Santa Paws back to the Gold Coast in November and looking to expand the Paws at the Park to three times per year.

Earlier this year the event won three awards through Paws and Relax, taking home the people’s choice and community group awards.

Ms Schroeder also received an individual award under the people’s choice.

Paws at the Park will be held from 9am to 2pm on August 24 at the Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, attracting more than 10,000 people.