Buddy Dog Humane Celebrates 54 Years With Woofstock

For 54 years, Buddy Dog Humane Society has addressed the needs of homeless animals in the area.

Based in Sudbury, Buddy Dog works year round to find loving homes for homeless dogs and cats.

Buddy Dog’s Woofstock Dog Festival takes place on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Hudson Elks from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It features many animal rescue groups and vendors, K9 demonstrations, agility demonstrations with Angela Nickerson of Especially for Pets, live music and a lot more.

“Buddy Dog provides shelter and medical for dogs and cats in a no-kill facility until they are able to find loving, forever homes,” said Erin Stelmach, events coordinator. “In addition to providing care and shelter to the animals, Buddy Dog is instrumental in providing humane eduation thrugh outreach programs and public speaking events.”

Friendly dogs are welcome, and must be up to date on vaccines.

A $7 donation is requested, and kids 10 and under get in for free.

A little bit about Buddy Dog: Founded in 1961, “Buddy Dog,” as it is affectionately known, is a not for profit animal welfare organization dedicated to finding new homes for homeless dogs and cats. The Society is incorporated with one main objective, “giving a new lease on life to impounded dogs and cats.” Buddy Dog accepts homeless dogs and cats, in good health and of friendly disposition, which could, without our help, be destroyed. These animals find refuge at our shelter and can depend on becoming someone’s forever friend. There is no time limit on their stay.