Hundreds of dog barks could be heard near Kiesel Park at the City of Auburn's annual Bark in the Park on Saturday, April 5, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Bark in the Park celebrates responsible dog ownership and provided rabies vaccines for $10.
Vendors such as Lee County Humane Society, Sno Biz, Peaches 'N Clean, Pet Palace and more than 20 others came out to support the dog-loving spectacle.
Nicole Heath, graduate student in veterinary medicine, brought her 5-year-old rescue, Dixie, to enjoy the bright sunshine and open fields.
Gabby Meredith, community programs coordinator for the City of Auburn Parks and Recreation Department, said the festivities were a delight to all in attendance, visitors and vendors alike.
Vendors offered deals such as discounted micro-chipping and free paw prints.
According to Meredith, Opp Veterinary Hospital and the Lee County Humane Society each brought one potential adoptee, both of which were adopted.
"It turned out to be a nice day," Meredith said. "The turnout was great. Dog owners and vendors loved it. It was a good, fun, free event."
Meredith said she estimated approximately 500 people were in attendance.
After the Bark in the Park festivities, the Canine Club, based out of Tuskegee University, began the 5th annual Doggie Olympics.
Ten events, such as smallest dog and fastest dog, brought support and donations to the Macon County Humane Society.
Tim Bennett, student at Southern Union, brought his German-Sheppherd mix, Cassie, to participate in the Doggie Olympics in the fastest and largest dog event.
While there, Cassie got dirty, got a bath and went swimming.
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