THANK YOU!
FSK Lions Club wishes to thank our sponsors, exhibitors, participants, judges, speakers, Key 103 and 106.9 The Eagle, Downtown Frederick Partnership, Megan Purtell Photography, Frederick City Rec Department, Libertytown/Unionville Lions Club and Visit Frederick for helping to make our 2024 event our biggest and best ever!
We had well over 100 dogs and doggy-parents, 45 vendors, and 300 or so spectators enjoy our event.
Please save the date for our 6th annual Canines on the Creek in 2025!
Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Carroll Creek.
2024 Sponsors
Animal Inn of Frederick — located off of I-70 across from the Frederick County Landfill. Offering personalized care by former vet technician with over 30 years of experience.
Phone: 301-662-5364 Visit our website.
CARE Veterinary Center — located on Rt 40, is the preferred provider for specialty and emergency services in the tri-state area.
Phone: 301-662-2273 Visit our website.
HOTWORX — Frederick (Bottling Plant)
24 hour infrared fitness studio. Virtually instructed infrared sauna workouts. We offer 15 minute HIIT and 30 minute Isometric sessions.
Phone: 301-606-8688 Visit our website.
Heritage Animal Hospital — Walkersville, MD
Heritage Animal Hospital is dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life for all our patients.
Phone: 301-898-5040 Visit our website.
The Leaf Program — serves communities with onsite educational experiences to promote prevention behaviors from tick-borne diseases in children, teens and young adults.
Phone: 410-739-5409 Visit our website.
Patriot Federal Credit Union — Offers financial products and services, a full line of savings and loan services, including mortgages. Competitive savings rates, attractive loan rates, and low- or no-fee services.
Phone: 301-880-8027 Visit our website.
Maryland Vision Center — Board-certified ophthalmologists and eye surgeons serving Frederick.
Phone: 240-575-9580 Visit our website.
Middletown Veterinary Clinic — Proudly offering preventive care and emergency and surgical procedures.
Phone: 301-371-6212 Visit our website.
Logic Ops, LLC — Information Technology Services, Consulting, Website Design, Hosting, Online Services Management and Network Security Services.
Voice/Text: 240-385-9525 Visit our website.
Wagner’s Meats — a full-service butcher shop offering fresh, local beef, lamb & pork in Mt Airy & surrounding areas for wholesale & retail customers since 1953.
Voice/Text: 301-829-0500 Visit our website.
2024 Exhibitors
Camp Bow Wow, Frederick, MD
Care Veterinary Center, Fredrick, MD
CHAAMP Malamute Rescue, Gettysburg, PA
City Rec. Department, Frederick, MD
Confetti Dogs, Frederick, MD
Dogtopia, Frederick, MD
Dog Training with Lisa, Gaithersburg, MD
Doodle Club Bakery, Brunswick, MD
Doody Calls, Frederick, MD
Dottie’s Day Trippers Pet Taxi Services, Frederick, MD
Downtown Dog, Frederick, MD
Dream Catcher Designs, Frederick, MD
Dublin Roasters, Frederick, MD
Fetch Thrift Shop, Frederick, MD
Fitnacity Dog Training, Knoxville, MD
Franklin’s Finery, Alexandria, VA
Frederick Friends of Our County Animal Shelter, Frederick, MD
Greenbriar Vet Hospital & Boarding Resort, Frederick, MD
Green K9, Urbana, MD
Green Valley Animal Hospital, Ijamsville, MD
Happy Dog Grooming Salon, Mt. Airy, MD
Happy Pup Boutique, New Market, MD
HOTWORX, Frederick, MD
Hugo Homes, Frederick, MD
HydroDog Mack, Frederick, MD
Julie’s K9 Academy, Falling Waters, WV
Luv Pup, Emmitsburg, MD
Maryland Dog Company, Frederick, MD
Maryland Insurance Administration, Baltimore, MD
Maryland Real Estate Properties, Frederick, MD
Maryland Vision Center, Frederick, MD
Megan Purtell Photography, Frederick, MD
Middletown Veterinary Clinic, Frederick, MD
Mischief and Manners Dog Training, Frederick, MD
Nature’s Secrets by Victoria, Sykesville, MD
Partner Vet Emergency & Specialty Center, Frederick, MD
Pet and Home Care, Clarksburg, MD
Pet-O-Bed, Smithsburg, MD
Pet Smart, Frederick, MD
Shop.com, Frederick, MD
Texas Roadhouse, Frederick, MD
The Leaf Program, Maryland
The Queen Bakery, Baltimore, MD
Wags for Hope, Frederick, MD
Media Partners
City of Frederick
Downtown Frederick Partnership
Frederick Magazine
Frederick News Post
Key 103 and 106.9 The Eagle
Visit Frederick
After the parade around Carroll Creek, twelve winners received prizes provided by our wonderful supporters:
BEST OWNER/DOG THEMED COSTUME
First Place:
Owner : Paula Serrao and Christopher
Dog Name: Baxter
Theme: Vet Bill
Second Pace:
Owner: Mary and Hannah Wright
Dog Name: Penny
Theme: Hot Dog, Ketchup and Mustard
Third Place:
Owner: Melyssa Bauguess
Dog Name: Chip
Theme: Cheerleaders
BEST SMALL BREED COSTUME
First Place:
Owner: Jennifer DeVries
Dog Name: Dolly
Costume: Peanuts
Second Place:
Owner: Patty Mathes
Dog Name: Coco
Costume: The Flintstones
Third Place:
Owner: Elizabeth Sarber
Dog Name: Charlie
Costume: Shark
BEST MEDIUM BREED COSTUME
First Place:
Owner: Gaby Hammer/Janus
Dog Name: Guido
Costume: Circus Tent
Second Place:
Owner Name: Sara Linnehan
Dog Name: Frasier
Costume: Dog with Arms
Third Place:
Owner Name: Lexie Murray
Dog Name: Tigger
Costume: Rubber Duck
BEST LARGE BREED COSTUME
First Place:
Owner Name: Kevin Keyser
Dog Name: Brandy
Costume: Woody from Toy Story
Second Place:
Owner: Lily Prokop
Dog Name: Bruce-Fenn
Costume: Scooby Doo
Third Place:
Owner Name: Eva Gordon
Dog Name: Nash
Costume: Care Bears
“Pup”-arazzi
Please take a look at the 2024 photos provided by our official photographer, Megan Purtell Photography.
Welcome!
FSK Lions Club
Presents the 5th Annual
CANINES ON THE CREEK
Doggy Parade and Halloween-Themed Costume Contest!!
Exhibitors and Demonstrations!!
* Dress up you and your pooch in your best Halloween get up!
* RAIN or SHINE!
Saturday, October 26, 2024 @ 2-5 pm (Costume Contest & Parade @ 3 pm)
Carroll Creek Linear Park Amphitheater
Costume Contest Registration Fee: $25 per Dog in Advance; $30 at the event.
Register:
Registration begins August 2024.
Still two ways to pay:
- Mail check or money order to the Lions PO Box up until Oct. 19.
- Credit card payment please go to Square.
Online payment can only be accepted until 5:00 pm, Thursday, Oct. 24. After that, payment must be made in person at the event for an additional $5 fee. Cut off is 3:00 pm, Sat., Oct 26. Participants cannot be accepted after that time.
- Contact Gary Bennett with any questions at 301-606-3012 or gabennett01@comcast.net
Proceeds benefit Lions Club Leader Dogs for the BlindTM and Lions Clubs charities.
Donations welcome!
Judging Categories:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd places
- Best small breed costume (under 25 lbs.)
- Best medium breed costume (25 – 50 lbs.)
- Best large breed costume (over 50 lbs.)
- Best owner and dog themed costume (any size)
Dogs must be well behaved, on leash and up to date on vaccinations, at time of registration.

EXHIBITORS NEEDED!
FSK Lions Club wishes to attract a limited number of exhibitors to make this event special and unforgettable for pet owners!
Perfect for pet supply stores, trainers, veterinarians, doggy day cares, and groomers.
Fee: $80 *
* Provide your own table
* Display your wares to highly engaged pet owners along Carroll Creek.
* Rain or Shine!
Arrange to exhibit/get more information by calling Lion Gary Bennett at 301-606-3012 or emailing gabennett01@comcast.net
Exhibitors receive:
- 10 x 20 ft space in proximity to stage in order of payment (You must provide your own tables/canopy/tent — event is rain or shine)
- Access to hundreds of engaged, happy dog owners and spectators in a beautiful outdoor setting
- Ability to provide prizes to winners to shine an extra spotlight on your business
- Shout out on website and social media
Register
Registration begins August 2024.
Still two ways to pay:
- Mail check or money order to the Lions PO Box up until Oct. 19.
- Credit card payment please go to Square.
Donations welcome, too!

SPONSORS
Become a sponsor for the premier doggy-related event of the year!
Just $150!
Sponsors receive:
- Four doggy Halloween parade and costume contest registrations
- Sign at registration table and judge’s table
- Company logo and shout out on website and social media
- Announcement at event
Registrations begin August 2024.
Still two ways to pay:
- Mail check or money order to the Lions PO Box up until Oct. 19.
- Credit card payment please go to Square.
Questions: Gary Bennett gabennett01@comcast.net or 301-606-3012.
All proceeds benefit Lions Club Leader Dog Program and other Lions Clubs charities.









