Special to Iredell Free News

Rescue Ranch will host Dogtoberfest on Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Throughout the day, families and their leashed dogs can enjoy live music, a beer garden, food trucks, doggy treat truck, a doggy costume contest, local vendors, barnyard animal ambassadors, activities for kids and pumpkin painting.

In addition, guests will have access to the Ranch’s nature trails and the 10,000-square-foot inclusive playground.

Admission is $5 per person. Children ages one and under and all dogs are free.

All dogs must be kept on leashes and be well-mannered and fully vaccinated.

All proceeds from the Dogtoberfest will benefit the nonprofit animal welfare organization which promotes respect for all animals through education; is committed to agricultural, environmental and wildlife conservation; and facilitates rehabilitation, rescue, and responsible pet ownership in order to enhance the human-animal bond.

Rescue Ranch is located at 1424 Turnersburg Highway, Statesville.

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For more information on Dogtoberfest at the ranch and to register, visit rescueranch.com.