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2017 Central Oahu Pet Walk

​Join Poi Dogs & Popoki (PDP) at the first annual Central Oahu Pet Walk on Saturday, August 12, at Mililani Mauka Dog Park - Hawaii's ONLY lighted night walk for pets and people. Help raise money for Oahu animals, meet other animal lovers, and enjoy the lighted festivities with your favorite four-legged friend under the stars! All animal lovers are welcome - even if you don’t have a pet.

     4 to 6 pm     Registration, exhibits, water play, canine games, refreshments and fun!

     6 pm            Walk - Big Tails, Little Tails, and Kupuna Tails

     7 pm            Prize drawings, pet contests, and cool relaxation

Receive a free LED Lighted Dog Collar with the $50 registration fee (register by August 10), a free 4-ounce bag of Teeth Treat™, and one entry into the Grand Prize Drawing for 50,000 Hawaiian Miles - compliments of Hawaiian Airlines.  Or collect donations in lieu of paying the registration fee and for every $50 raised, receive an additional entry into the prize drawing. 

Pups. People. And Pupus. Under the stars!

Visit the Poi Dog comfort stations along this one-mile walk, hosted by our Poi Dog Sponsors - Kapala IT, PetSmart, and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Pick up special goodies just for your pet. Then enjoy a snack at each of our "Pups-n-Pupu" pau hana stations hosted by our favorite local restaurants such as Buffalo Wild Wings and California Pizza Kitchen as well as community leaders Council Member Ernie Martin, Senator Michelle Kidani, and Rep. Ryan Yamane.  There's something for everyone along this leisurely walk. 

After you finish the walk, check the PDP Pet Walk Prize Board to see if you won a prize. More than $2,000 in prizes will be available.  Each registered participant receives one entry, but get an additional entry for every $50 you raise! 

A Cool Evening under the Stars

This event has something for everyone.


  • “Ask A Vet” – learn more about pet health from licensed veterinarians and staff.
  • Canine Distraction Course – no talent required. Watch your pup navigate the obstacles of strategically placed toys and treats.
  • Pupu Pavilion - pick up snacks and samples for your pooch.
  • Photo Booth - take a fun photo with your pet.
  • Poi Dog Bath and Spa – enjoy a free dog bath.
  • Pups Pool Play & Water World– on a hot summer night, keeping cool is fun for big and small pups.
  • Tours with the Big Fix – learn more about the importance of spaying and neutering your pet
  • Free papaya compliments of Kamiya Farms and free shave ice and popcorn hosted by Senators Michelle Kidani and Donovan Delacruz. 
  • Many more exhibitors to provide information and products for your four-legged friend!
  • And over $2,500 in prizes!​

Saturday, August 12, Mililani Mauka Dog Park


4 to 6 pm               Registration, exhibits and doggie play time

6 pm                      Aloha and Welcome

                              Walk

7 pm                      Prizes


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