Saskatoon's service and therapy dogs were able to take a dip at Mayfair pools Dog Day of Summer on August 28, 2019. (Brady Lang/650 CKOM)
Pandemic forces cancellation of Dog Day of Summer
By CKOM NewsAug 13, 2020 | 4:54 PM
Normally the end of the summer season is marked with dogs taking a dip in Mayfair outdoor pool—thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s cancelled.
The City of Saskatoon announced the cancellation Thursday afternoon.
“Mayfair outdoor pool has remained closed for the 2020 season and an alternative venue with the specific health and safety requirements for both people and pets needed to host the event was not available,” a news release said.
Dog Day of Summer has welcomed service and therapy pups for a swim on the last day of the season at Mayfair since 2014.
The city hopes the pool and event will be back in 2021.