Summer officially went to the dogs in the best possible way.
A record-breaking dog pool party, hosted by Chewy, included hundreds of pups splashing in pop-up pools, chasing toys, snacking on pupsicles, and soaking up the sun during the ultimate summer celebration in Miami. The event officially earned a Guinness World Records title for the largest dog pool party after hundreds of dogs gathered at Chewy Bark Park for the unforgettable kickoff to summer.
Chewy is also giving away Frisco Pool Party Kits to help dogs across the country celebrate summer’s return. Read on to learn more about the pool party of the year and how your pups can get their paws on the can’t-miss gift!
Inside Chewy’s Record-Breaking Dog Pool Party in Miami
On May 9, Chewy Bark Park—a one-of-a-kind dog park in Coral Gables, Florida— transformed into a dog-friendly tropical wonderland to help pups and their parents celebrate the arrival of summer. A whopping 277 dogs checked in for the hottest event of the season, which featured pools for pups, games for pet parents, and tons of freebies and photo opportunities.
It’s not often that the most important person at a pool party is the one in the suit, but a Guinness World Record Official Adjudicator was there to confirm the event’s record-breaking attendence.
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“To help even more pets join in on the fun,” its website explains, “Chewy is donating pop-up pools and coastal toys from the event to local shelters and rescues, giving shelter dogs a way to beat the heat and enjoy summer fun while they wait for their forever homes.”
Golden Retriever jumping in poolImage via Chewy
(Image via Chewy)The Frisco Pool Party Kit Helps Pets Bring the Pool Party Home
Because Chewy wants every water-loving dog to join the fun this summer, it’s giving away Frisco Pool Party Kits to 10 lucky pet parents. Frisco launched its all-new summer collection at the summer kick-off event, so giveaway winners will be some of the first to get their paws on these adorable themed accessories and toys for cats and dogs.
Group photo from Chewy’s eventImage via Chewy
(Image via Chewy)
To enter for a chance to bring a party kit home to your pup, all you need to do is tag a friend in the comments on Chewy’s Instagram post. Entries close at 11:59 PM, Eastern time, on May 31.
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The weather is just warming up for a pool party or beach day with a dog or cat, so don’t wait to make the most of the summer!
This story was originally published by PetHelpful on May 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.