Annual Dog Swim Returns to Leesburg for 16th Year

Leesburg, VA (July 12, 2024) – The 16th Annual Dog Swim at the AV Symington Aquatic Center is scheduled for Saturday, September 7. Leesburg residents can register starting Tuesday, July 16, while non-residents can sign up beginning Tuesday, July 23.

The event will feature two sessions: the first from 9 to 10:30 a.m., and the second from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This beloved local tradition provides dogs a safe and enclosed area to swim off-leash with other pups. All participating dogs must be at least six months old, legally licensed, vaccinated, and wearing a visible dog license.

Safety measures include gated exits and an on-site veterinarian. Owners should bring a dish for their dogs’ water needs.

Space is limited and pre-registration is mandatory, with a maximum of two dogs per person. The cost is $5.00 per person, and walk-up registration will not be available. Participants must be at least 12 years old, with dog handlers being 16 years or older.

Registration is open via WebTrac or at the front desk of Ida Lee Recreation Center. For additional information, visit www.idalee.org or call 703-777-1368.