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Bark in the Park

Dogs and their owners walking around the Great American Ball Park warning track
Hanging out in the stands
Posing for a picture
A view from my seat

Here's your chance to bring your dog to the ballpark!

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Bark in the Park is back, and you can reserve your seats now to enjoy the excitement of Reds baseball alongside your pet at Great American Ball Park. A special seating area is reserved for dog owners and their pets, while the Fan Zone will turn into the "Dog Zone," with product samples and activities for both dogs and owners.

This year we will again host TWO Bark in the Park days - Wednesday, May 26 vs. the Pirates at 7:10 PM and Tuesday, September 14 vs. the D-backs at 7:10 PM.

Wednesday, May 26, 7:10 PM
Pirates  vs.  Reds
Presented by Iams
Tuesday, September 14, 7:10 PM
D-backs  vs.  Reds
Bark in the Park Ticket Options
  • Dog Package (1 person & 1 dog): $25 each – SAVE $5.00 IF YOU BUY BOTH GAMES BY APRIL 10!
  • Additional Human Tickets: $17 each
  • $2.00 from each Dog Package is donated to SPCA Cincinnati
  • Seats are limited and subject to availability. Dog packages are expected to sell out quickly!
Reds pet waste bag dispenser
Participate in great games and activities!
  • Join the pre-game pet parade on the track surrounding the field!
  • Prizes awarded for the best dog tricks, the best Reds-dressed dogs and for the largest and smallest dogs!
  • Browse the pet expo and see dogs available for adoption from the SPCA Cincinnati in the Iams Dog Zone, located in the Fan Zone!
  • Have your photo taken with your dog in front of a special Reds backdrop! (requires donation to SPCA Cincinnati)
  • Sign up in advance for your dog to participate in the "First Fetch," courtesy of Iams!
  • The first 5,000 pet owners in attendance to the Wednesday, May 26 game against the Pirates will receive a free Reds pet waste bag dispenser.

NOTE: All canine tickets must be purchased with a human ticket. Fans with two or more dogs must have an additional adult "owner" accompanying the additional canine. Tickets will be available for pick-up 90 minutes before the game. To pick up your tickets, go to the special "Bark in the Park" will-call table located outside of the Right Field Entrance at the corner of Joe Nuxhall Way and Mehring Way. No tickets will be mailed or available in advance.

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NOTE: You must sign a waiver stating that your dog's vaccinations from a licensed veterinarian are current. This waiver holds you (the owner) liable in the event of an incident. We recommend you contact your veterinarian regarding other vaccinations that may suit your dog's needs. All dogs must be leashed (no retractable leashes) and licensed. The Reds reserve the right to deny any dog or human entrance to Great American Ball Park to the Bark in the Park event for any reason they may see fit. Participants are expected to practice responsible pet ownership. Please come prepared to clean up after your dog.

Required Vaccinations:
  • Rabies - given annually, but sometimes can be a 3 year.
  • DHLP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Para influenza) - all given annually, sometimes referred to as the Combo Vaccination, especially when it includes Parvo.
  • Parvo - given annually, many times this is included in the DHLP and indicated as DHLPP.
  • Bordatella - given either every six months or annually. Sometimes referred to as: Kennel Cough OR Tracheobronchitis.

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