Marine’s Best Friend Dog Walk

Join us for a summer neighborhood walk with your furry friend as we honor War Dogs who have served their county with commitment and passion. The event will start at the Pacific Views Soccer Field on San Jacinto St. with the self-guided course taking you through the surrounding neighborhoods.

The venue will feature dog agility courses, water pools, and a War Dog demonstration. Those who don't have a furry friend are still welcome to come and enjoy the War Dog demonstration.

Participants are also encouraged to visit the Camp Pendleton Veterans Memorial Garden at Pacific Views Event Center where there is a Dawgs of War monument recognizing the United States military working dog handlers of all generations and their K9 companions.

WHO
Active duty, their families, MIL retirees, authorized base patrons, and all friendly dogs are welcome to participate in this event. An active duty ID card, dependent ID card, retiree ID card, DoD-authorized identification card, or a CAC card must be presented when checking in. 

SCHEDULE
9am – Check-in and Dog Agility Courses Open
10am – Start of Self-Guided Neighborhood Walk
10:45am – War Dog Demonstration
Noon – Event Concludes

REGISTRATION
No pre-registration is required; day-of registration only.

ENTRY FEES
This is a free event.

GOODY BAG
All dogs will receive a "Grab 'n Go" goody bag when they check in filled with Semper Fit and sponsor items. Plenty of dog waste bags will be available in the venue.

DIRECTIONS
Main Gate

1. I-5 North to Camp Pendleton exit or I-5 South to Camp Pendleton exit then left.
2. Stay in the right lane to enter the Camp Pendleton main gate.
3. Take the first right "off-ramp" to Wire Mountain Road.
4. Turn left on Wire Mountain Road then left on San Jacinto Street. 

San Luis Rey Gate

1. After entering Camp Pendleton, continue on Vandegrift for approximately 9 miles.
2. Take the Wire Mountain exit (right "off-ramp" as you approach the main gate) and then turn left at the light.
3. Continue on Wire Mountain until you reach San Jacinto Street and turn left.  

RULES

• All friendly dogs are welcome
• Dogs must be leashed at all times
• Leashes must be 6’ in length or less
• Please do not let your dog urinate on equipment/canopies/tables/chairs
• Please clean up after your dog–pet waste bags will be available at the check-in canopy
• Absolutely no headphones/earbuds are allowed
• Event is held rain or shine (unless deemed unsafe)

RESTRICTED BREEDS
All friendly dogs are welcome however, the following breeds are not allowed on Camp Pendleton as per MCO P11000.22: Pitbulls, Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, canid/wolf hybrids, to include full or mixed breeds.

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