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Canine Carnival

  • Wildlife Science Center 22830 Sunrise Rd NE Stacy, MN 55079 USA (map)

Join WSC as we honor the working and playing dogs of the community! Learn about dogs and their wolf relatives, meet dog related service providers, and visit with an eclectic group of vendors while enjoying a variety of impressive dog demonstrations. Hungry? PJ’s Grill will be on-site with a delicious meal selection, and Bent Brewstillery will be providing beverages. Feel free to bring your own dog but please bring a leash.

EVENT ADMISSION:

Adult - $15.00

Child (ages 5-17) - $10.00

Ages 4 and under are free!

Dogs are welcome; must be on a leash.

Pre-purchase your admission HERE. Tickets can also be purchased at the door (credit card or cash). Note that we are not able to provide change if paying in cash. Please plan on bringing exact change, or consider donating the few extra dollars! We apologize for any inconvenience.

Confirmed Vendors

  • PJ’s Grill: Serving the best gourmet burgers, sides, and more, you're sure to find something you love here!

  • Bent Brewstillery: Industrial brewstillery featuring housemade draft brews & spirits.

  • All Tyed Up CreaXions: Coasters, signs, stuffed animals, candy

  • Bell's Biscuits: Homemade healthy dog treats.

  • Cashmere Haven: Tomato and pepper plants for your garden. Fruit Pies and fruit syrups.  Handmade yarn items and other misc handmade items.  Farm eggs.

  • Doberman Rescue Minnesota: Doberman Rescue Minnesota is an all-volunteer non-profit organization with a mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Dobermans in need.

  • Fleece Creations By Diane: Handmade fleece scarves and vests (mostly wolf animal themed), plus Christmas stockings, wine bottle vests, and table runners made from other fabrics.

  • Hippie Dog: Dog behavior and training.

  • Jack and the Pack MN LLC: specializes in dog sporting equipment: Canicross, Skijoring, Bite Work, Hiking packs, dog hunting gear, Ruffland Kennels, Ruffwear products, and more!

  • Kasey Wilson Photography: We capture those tail-wagging moments with your four-legged pals! Swing by our booth for some pawsitively awesome pet photography! We'll snap those goofy grins, playful zoomies, and everything in between. Let's make memories that'll have you saying, 'Who's a good boy?' all over again.

  • People & Pets by Jon Kittleson: I am a commissioned professional artist that specialize in pet portraits

  • Renewal by Andersen: Full service window and door replacement

  • Rustic Acres Pet Treats: Locally raised and processed single ingredient protein based pet treats

  • stewARTdezigns: Paintings with northwoods themes, photo floral and scenery cards, key chains, and gift totes

  • Sweets 4 You: Homemade baked goods & Dog treats

  • The Dogwatch Company: A Minneapolis based company that provides supplies and information for and about adventure. We sell and manufacture products that are meant to enrich your experience of the world.

  • Working Dog Pack: Working dogs information and resources.

  • WBR Services Inc: Windsocks and garden flags made from printed polyester or rip stop nylon treated for the outdoors. All tails are cut and hemmed on the sides and sewn to a point on the bottom.  All tails are made from the rip stop nylon. Freeze dried candy.

  • Zack’s Gifts and Gems: jewelry with sheds of snake skins and various gems. Forever bracelets are also an option

Interested in being a part of the event? Register your organization for a booth as a non-profit, vendor, or demonstrator HERE. Early bird registration fees are $40 for merchandise/sales vendors and $20 for non-profits. After April 1st, registration fees are $55 for merchandise/sales vendors and $30 for non-profits. Registration fees after May 13th may be higher to include an administrative late fee. Questions? Email events@wildlifesciencecenter.org



Earlier Event: April 19
A Tasting for Wildlife
Later Event: July 20
Movie with the Wolves (POSTPONED)