Bass Pro Shops opens its doors to four-legged friends for special dog-focused activities

Dog Days family event returns to participating U.S. Bass Pro Shops locations March 25 and April 1

Bass Pro Shops has gone to the dogs with the return of Dog Days. The popular family event features free family portraits with your pet, health and wellness checks, demos and activities for pets and their owners, great sales for man's best friend, and giveaways and drawings. All breeds of furry friends, from lap dogs to hunting dogs, are invited to visit participating Bass Pro Shops locations across the U.S. during Dog Days, held March 25 and April 1.

"We love dogs and they are always welcome at Bass Pro Shops," said Katie Mitchell, Bass Pro Shops communications manager. "Besides being a great addition to any family, they make for super companions in the outdoors. Dog Days is a great way to get the latest information, tips and products to help maximize your pet's life and activities."

Activities include health and wellness checks by local veterinarians, micro chipping*, grooming demos, giveaways, and more (activities will vary per store). Customers will also receive a free treat for their dogs with any purchase.

Dog Days Activities for March 25 and April 1:

11 a.m.
Free eight inch dog toy giveaway to the first 100 dogs attending Dog Days
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Receive a FREE 4X6 photo and certificate showcasing dog's paw print
Share your dog family photos using #bassprodogdays
Free Grillerz dog treat with purchase (while supplies last)
12 p.m.
Free Seminar: "Dogs – Our Best Friend"
Free nine inch dog flying disk to seminar attendees (while supplies last)
1 p.m.
Dog costume contest – winner receives a $20 Bass Pro Shops gift card
2 p.m.
Free Seminar: "Dog Care – Everything from health and wellness to grooming"
Free nine inch dog flying disk to seminar attendees (while supplies last)

Due to city ordinances, Dog Days will be held outside Bass Pro Shops in Columbia, Missouri; Dania Beach, Florida; San Jose, California; Manteca, California; Mesa, Arizona; and Spanish Fort, Alabama stores.

Pets visiting participating Bass Pro Shops stores need to be up-to-date on all vaccines, pet and child-friendly and on a close leash at all times. Pet owners are responsible for their dog's behavior.

*Cost and availability for microchipping, health and wellness checks, and grooming will vary per location. See store or visit basspro.com/dogdays for a complete schedule of activities for local stores.

About Bass Pro Shops®
Bass Pro Shops is a leading destination retailer offering outdoor gear and apparel in an immersive setting. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father's liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today 102 retail and marine centers host 120 million people annually. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America's Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is known as a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as "one of America's Best Employers."

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