Mississauga Expands Annual Dog Swim to Three Outdoor Pools

MISSISSAUGA — Mississauga’s beloved Dog Swim is back this weekend, giving four-legged residents a chance to make a splash while raising money for a worthy cause. For the first time, the annual event will be hosted at three outdoor pool locations on Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Since its launch in 2019, the Dog Swim has become a late-summer tradition, bringing the community together to celebrate pets while supporting the Animal Services Special Care for Animals and Resources Fund (SCARF). Donations collected online or in person during registration help provide specialized care, medical support, and housing improvements for animals in the City’s shelter system.

Event Details

What: Dog Swim (dogs only — people are not permitted in the pool but may watch from the deck).
When: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Where:

• Applewood Outdoor Pool – 10:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

• David Ramsey Outdoor Pool – 10:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

• Lion’s Club of Credit Valley Outdoor Pool – 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost: By donation to SCARF.

How Donations Help

Funds raised during the Dog Swim go directly toward:

• Purchasing shelter supplies and medications.

• Providing extra veterinary care and specialized surgeries.

• Supporting the spay/neuter program for adoption animals.

• Covering foster care costs for specialized diets and treatment.

• Improving animal housing at City shelters.

Participation Requirements

To take part, dog owners must:

• Complete a mandatory waiver form.

• Follow all Dog Swim Pool Rules.

• Ensure their dogs are vaccinated, as outlined by the City of Mississauga.

The City encourages residents to bring their pets for a day of fun while giving back to animals in need. “Events like Dog Swim not only bring our community together, but they also make a real difference for animals requiring special care,” Mississauga Animal Services has emphasized in past years.

For more information and to register, visit the City of Mississauga’s events page.

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