Philadelphia Water Department Spokesdog Competition

No one likes dog poop left on the sidewalk...not people, not pups, and especially not our waterways! Dog waste left on the ground can wash into storm drains and eventually enters our local creeks and streams, worsening water quality and negatively impacting aquatic plants and animals. That is exactly why the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is seeking one special dog to represent the city as its 2025 Spokesdog!

The PWD Spokesdog will help to educate dog owners around the city about the importance of picking up after your pup to help improve water quality. The Spokesdog will represent the Philadelphia Water Department as its official doggy mascot through appearances at in-person events and educational campaigns.

Spokesdog Competition Event Details

• Date: Sunday, June 8
• Time: 2 - 5 PM
• Location: The Boozy Mutt, 2639 Poplar Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

How will the Spokesdog be chosen?

During the event, dogs and their owners will be asked to participate in several stations, including dog waste and tap water trivia, a guessing game, dog poop cornhole, trick display and costume contest. Points will be awarded for each station. The dog with the most points at the end of the event will be crowned the 2025 Philadelphia Water Department Spokesdog. Prizes will be awarded to multiple dogs.

What will the Spokesdog responsibilities be?

The chosen 2025 Philadelphia Water Department Spokesdog will be asked to participate in a one-time photo shoot to obtain images of your pup in the official Spokesdog cape. The winner will be invited to attend other local events hosted by the Philadelphia Water Department or Partnership for the Delaware Estuary during 2025. Compensation will be provided for attendance at each event. To read the full Spokesdog Agreement, click here.

Additional Information:

The 2025 Spokesdog Competition is being organized by the Philadelphia Water Department and Partnership for the Delaware Estuary with assistance from the Boozy Mutt.

The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary is committed to providing equal access to information about its programs, events and activities, including document translation services for all individuals. If you require accommodations to participate in this event please contact us at least 2 weeks before the event.

Any requests for reasonable accommodations or questions about any of PDE’s non-discrimination programs, policies, or procedures can be directed to PDE’s designated civil rights coordinator: Brian Yerger, Director of Business Operations, 110 South Poplar St. Suite 202 Wilmington DE 19801, 302.655.4990 QnllcmdlciB8IGRlbGF3YXJlZXN0dWFyeSAhIG9yZw==.

Info: Test your knowledge with dog waste and water trivia. Try your hand at dog poop cornhole. Show off your pup's moves with their best trick. Earn points along the way to help propel their chances at being crowned the next Spokesdog.

Info: What do you think a Spokesdog looks like? A superhero, a newscaster, or an environmental advocate- you decide! Dress up your pup in their best Spokesdog outfit. Points awarded for the most creative looks!