Baseball Going to the Dogs May 4

Anyone who thinks that Florida Marlins baseball is going to the dogs, is right.

Friday May 4 will see Dolphin Stadium covered with furry fans wagging tails instead of tongues, as the Marlins host the fifth annual Bark at the Park.

Four-legged friends and their owners are invited to watch the hometeam play the San Diego Padres at 7 p.m. to benefit the Humane Society of Greater Miami/Adopt-A-Pet and the Humane Society of Broward County.

Onsite, a professional pet-photographer will snap owners and their “best friend,” while a special pregame show by K-Nines in Flight, a frisbee dog squad, will highlight what makes them world-famous.

Owners will receive Marlins poop scoops and bags, to be used at a designated astro-turfed doggy bathroom. Doggy pools will be available and Marlins doggy water bowls will be distributed to keep Rover cool and content during the game.

There’s a very specific set of pet-lovers in South Florida, according to the Humane Society of Broward County, that go virtually everywhere with their pooches, so this event is just one more great way to stay connected. Lists of pet-friendly parks , beaches and restaurants can even be found on their website here.

While you’re at Dolphin Stadum, you might check out some pet-friendly condos close to it in Aventura, such as Mystic Pointe. These luxury condos are a five-minute ride from Hallandale Beach, Aventura Mall and top-rated schools, as well.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for dogs and kids under 12. Don’t forget Rover's rabies tag - or he'll be tagged "out."