Join the Somerville Dog Owners Group and the Somerville Animal Control Department as well as local businesses, rescue organizations and training clubs in celebrating Responsible Dog Ownership (RDO) Day, Saturday, September 15, from 10:30 to 2:00 at Nunziato Field, adjacent to the Somerville Off-Leash Recreational Area (rain date: Sunday, September 16).

The Somerville Dog Owners Group will be kicking off our "No Pile Left Behind" Campaign on Responsible Dog Ownership Day. Come to Nunziato Field on Summer Street outside of Union Square, bring your dog, and sign a pledge to clean up after your dog every time!

On Responsible Dog Ownership Day you can also learn about local groups who are working in dog rescue including:

Beagles of New England States (BONES)
Poodle Rescue of New England
Underdog ResQ

Is your dog a Canine Good Citizen? Find out on Responsible Dog Ownership Day! The New England Dog Training Club will be offering information about the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, as well as rally obedience training. Rally obedience is a fun way for dogs and their owners to learn and compete in obedience.

While you're at Nunziato Field on September 15, get a professional pet portrait and treat your dog to a massage: local photographers Cattie Coyle Photography, and Annie will be offering pet portraits and JPE Massage and Nimble Limbs will all be offering pet massage on Responsible Dog Ownership Day.

Animal Spirit (2348 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge) plans to offer nail clipping at Nunziato Field. Boston Dog (70 Beacon Street), Somerville's Neighborhood general store and grooming for dogs and cats, also plans to have a booth at the event.

More information about Responsible Dog Ownership Day is available from the American Kennel Club.