Pick of the Week: Pucks & Paws with the Worcester Sharks

You and Fido are probably currently enjoying the beautiful fall weather here in New England. Hiking, biking, leaf peeping and the like are all fun activities for you to enjoy with your pet. But soon fall will turn to winter and you'll be bundling up just to take poor Fido for a walk around the block.

Yes, winter poses some difficulties for finding ways to exercise your pet. Here's one great idea for a fun winter night out with your pet. On January 15th, the Worcester Sharks are hosting "Pucks & Paws" at the DCU Center in Worcester. That's right - bring your dog to an AHL hockey game! I found out about the event at a fundraiser this past weekend, and here's a few things I learned that you might not find just looking at the Sharks website:

- A special section (likely the upper level) will be sectioned off to allow owners and dogs to spread out and enjoy the game. And yes, if your dog fits on a seat, they can have one!
- The corresponding section of the concourse will also be set up for owners and dogs, with specialty treats available for your pooch while you pick up a hot dog and beer
- If Fido needs to do his business during the game, dogs and owners will be allowed to exit the arena and come back in (very rare!)
- Human tickets will be $15; canine tickets will be $10
- A few vendors will be stationed on the concourse handing out information & samples about local products & services (no sales are allowed however)

For more information visit the Sharks website at www.sharksahl.com. To be honest, I couldn't figure out to purchase these special tickets from the Sharks website (or anywhere else online), but they might just not be available yet (FYI, they are playing Syracuse that night). And as a special bonus, there will be a local high school double header the same night and your ticket provides entrance to all three events.

So if the winter weather has you down, and Fido is chasing his tail around the living room, enjoy a night out January 15th. Pucks & Paws for all!