Lionel's Legacy Canine Carnival
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On Saturday, April 18, 2026, from Noon to 8 p.m., Lionel’s Legacy Senior Dog Rescue is hosting its first CANINE CARNIVAL at its historic rock house facility at 11937 Woodside Avenue in Lakeside, California 92040!
It’s a daytime event at the Shelter Slumber “Pawty!” Come for the day – no sleepover necessary.
The Carnival kicks off at noon with a free ice cream event. Then there will be a host of different events throughout the day, including:
• Dog-themed Music Bingo
• Cornhole Tournament
• Paw Painting & Pet Art
• Photo Booth
• Line Dancing
• Inflatable Costume Race
• And more!
ADOPTION ALLEY: A highlight includes the adoptable dog showcase from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., when you can meet our amazing dogs who are looking for their forever home!
Free activities are available, but most events require a donation ($5-$15) that goes directly to Lionel’s Legacy so they can continue to care for their senior dogs. (For more information, please visit their website at lionelslegacy.org )
The Canine Carnival is in conjunction with the nationwide Shelter Slumber Pawty, collaborative fundraising event that brings together animal welfare organizations to raise funds and awareness. (For more information, please visit their website at shelterslumberpawty.com )
Lionel’s Legacy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2011 by Laura Oliver with a mission rooted in compassion for senior pets and the people who love them. Many senior pets are surrendered to shelters when their families can no longer afford mounting medical costs. In other cases, aging pet owners may face their own physical limitations, or families may struggle to manage age-related changes such as incontinence, mobility issues, or cognitive decline. Life transitions, like moving to a new home, can also make families worry that their beloved senior pet may not adjust well. While Lionel’s Legacy rescues senior dogs, our ultimate goal is to help cherished pets remain where they belong: safely and lovingly with their families whenever possible.
For more information, please contact Gary Mitrovich. He can be reached at (619) 823-5108 or at garyemit@gmail.com.