Codington County Bark For Life

06/10/2026

Sorry for the delay! We are still waiting on a couple of more things to come in, but we thought we would release what we have so far so everyone can see what their support has helped us accomplish this year!

Last year, we raised $4,223 for the American Cancer Society.

This year we said, "Hold my tennis ball!"

$11,445! 😱😱😱

That's incredible! We cannot thank everyone enough. There were so many people who came together to make Bark For Life 2026 a success, and we could not do it without each and every person involved.

Stay tuned for an updated amount and more information about the future Bark For Life events.

05/31/2026

What a day! We cannot thank everyone enough for coming out and making today such a success!

We knew this year was going to be BIGGER with double the vendors and double the volunteers. BUT it was INCREDIBLE.

We need to thank the businesses and groups that weathered the wind and came out to meet the community. The community that came out and supported those businesses and groups and of course Bark For Life. All of our volunteers and everyone that helped during the last few months of planning and organizing. And all of the people that donated baskets, money, items, and every other little thing that came together to make today what it was.

We are waiting on final numbers but I can confirm we made more than double what we did last year and that's an amazing thing that we all accomplished together.

Our Clay Matthews would have loved today and I know he is so proud to have his legacy be a part of something that's so much bigger than he ever could have known.

Stay tuned for our final amount raised and information about our future event. 💚💛

- Your Bark For Life Committee
Amanda Sowers Andi Birkeland Hennen and Mindy Jo Long

05/30/2026

It's Bark For Life Day!

We held off making a call about the weather and it looks like it played out in our favor!

It's going to be a little windy but thats okay.

Our volunteers will be hard at work this morning getting everything set up and we'll see everyone starting at 11!

Remember to bring cash for t-shirts, raffles, and lunch. The event Venmo will still be accepted, but it's up to the individual vendors if they accept card or just cash. There's an ATM at the banks surrounding the clinic, but not at the event itself.

The first 10 people who bring dog food to Sarah's Treasures Rescue today will get a free entry into our Blackstone raffle.

Raffle tickets will be sold until 1:45, or until they sell out. Whichever comes first.

Winners for the three prizes in the raffle and the separate 50/50 drawing will take place at 2pm, and you do not need to be present to win.

Don't forget to check out the silent auction! It closes at 2pm today!

https://galabid.com/ccbarkforlife2026

Thank you, everyone, for the support we've received so far. We decided on a hefty goal that was more than double what we made last year, and we are only hundreds of dollars away from meeting it, and the event is still hours away. We could not have done this without you.

Happy Bark Day!

05/29/2026

🌦️ Weather Update for Bark For Life 🌦️

We are closely monitoring the weather forecast for tomorrow’s Bark For Life event. Our goal is to make the best decision possible for the safety and comfort of our attendees, vendors, volunteers, and dogs.

We plan to make a final decision later this evening so that our vendors have as much notice as possible if changes need to be made. We truly appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we continue watching the forecast.

Thank you all for your support of Bark For Life and the American Cancer Society 💜🐾

05/29/2026

We are excited to have you! Welcome to Watertown!

05/29/2026

A new Dog Boarding and Daycare Facility is coming to town, and they will be at Bark for Life tomorrow!

We are super excited to hear more about their business and meet the team behind this great new opportunity for our furry babies!

I heard they will have some fun things at their table, so make sure you stop by and see them!

Canine Country Club-Watertown

05/28/2026

New things are being added AGAIN! Do I see some Good Doggy Dog Treats in there?! 👀

Only two days until Bark For Life! Get your bids in before it's too late!

www.galabid.com/ccbarkforlife2026

05/27/2026

If you play it right you can have Soda Corral 3 days in a row right here in Watertown, of course ending at Bark For Life on Saturday! Yum!

We’ve got a full week of fun ahead 🎉

We’re going to Webster for the first time ever tomorrow!! Share this with your friends in Webster so they can come check it out. ❤️ I’ve missed you all and can’t wait to be back at it this week!

P.S. we’ve got some employees helping + training this week so you’ll probably see some new faces 👏🏻

05/26/2026

New things are still being added! Check it out!

www.galabid.com/ccbarkforlife2026