'Bark at the Parx' Basset Hound Racing Fundraiser

That's right folks...we are back at Parx Racing to see YOUR hounds race on the horse track! For a $25 donation your purebred Basset Hound or Basset-Mix can participate in the races on the track!

FREE Parking and Admission! FREE Family-friendly activities! Fun for EVERYONE! This event is RAIN or SHINE!

There are three race options this year:

1. PUREBRED BASSET HOUND (72 racing spots available; MUST BE a Purebred Basset Hound to compete in these races)
2. BASSET HOUND MIX (24 racing spots available; MUST BE a Basset Hound Mix to compete in these races)
3. SENIOR HOUND (12 racing spot available; MUST BE a Purebred Basset Hound OR Basset Hound Mix, and MUST BE approximately 10 years old [or older] to compete in this race)

Events Information/Requirements

• This event is RAIN or SHINE.
• The entry fee to to participate in the races is $25 per dog (plus service charge from Eventbrite; total is $28.52). With this you and your dog get exclusive access to the track for at least one race* as well as a "swag bag" filled with goodies! This is a tax-deductible donation to Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue, Inc.
• Limited spots are available.
• Competing dogs MUST BE a PUREBRED BASSET HOUND or a BASSET HOUND MIX (all other dogs are subject to disqualification).
• No additional dogs may be present**** at the event outside of the dogs competing.
• *The distance for the races is 100 feet. Some top placing dogs from each race will move onto a final heat to determine the champion. Note: Number of participants in the final races is based on the total number of competitors.
• Owners MUST register their dog via Eventbrite by the deadline of June 4, 2023 at 5:00 p.m., EST (unless all spots are filled prior to this date/time, then online sign-ups will end earlier).
• Owners MUST submit a picture of their dog as proof of breed/age. Email pictures to [email protected] or [email protected].
• Competing dogs MUST have a current rabies vaccine. Immunization information is REQUIRED. We recommend bringing a digital or paper copy of your dog's current vaccine records to the event.
• Two (2) people MUST attend and supervise the dog during the races (the "Owner" and the Owner's "Assistant").
• We ask all owners, assistants and competing dogs arrive by 12:30 p.m. to check-in.
• Dogs MUST BE on a 6 foot leash (NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES) at all times while in the venue (except during designated race times).
• Owners and Assistants MUST sign a release form prior to competing in their designated race.
• ***Family Fun Activities: TSBHR will have new merchandise for sale, a raffle table to win prizes, doggy kissing booth. There will also be food and vendors, including: BBQ food options from Parx, Kani Kouture, The Dog Bone Guy, Philadelphia Animal Specialty & Emergency (PASE), and Images on the Run.
• ****Have additional questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Parx Racing®, 3001 Street Road, Bensalem, United States