Date of annual Pooch Plunge pushed back

A dog named Stella retrieves her tennis ball as she splashes through the water during the Pooch Plunge on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014 at the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatics Center.

The date for the annual Pooch Plunge at Lawrence’s Outdoor Aquatic Center has been delayed to Sept. 14.

It was originally scheduled for Sept. 8, the day after the pool at 727 Kentucky St. was set to close. That date has been moved back, however, to accommodate public swimming at the outdoor pool while additional painting occurs at the Indoor Aquatic Center.

After the Pooch Plunge, scheduled for 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the outdoor pool will be drained for the season.

All dogs must have proof of current vaccinations for the Pooch Plunge and must remain under their owner’s control at all times.

The fee for the event is $5 per dog. Registration will be available at the door, but owners may also pre-register online. There will be no charge for spectators.

For more information, call (785) 832-7946.