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Kick off Conch Republic Days with by enlisting in this year’s K9 MILITARY DIVISION hosted by The Emporium at Kaya Island Eats, 628 Duval Street, from 5-7pm on Monday April 24th. Bring your furry best friend, learn how to enlist your dog in the Conch Republic Military K-9 Unit for a $25 membership fee, and take home freebies for your puppy! Pirate Radio will be doing a LIVE remote and all pups and people welcome! The CIA (Cuties In Action) and members of the Conch Republic Military will be there to answer any questions!
The military will select the first round of members through several different brigades listed below. The Conch Republic Days is a fun local event and the essence of Key West’s zany and free spirit, and pups are a perfect addition to this party! If you are interested in learning more about the K-9 division and would like to have a fun time out with your pup, join the Florida Keys SPCA and Conch Republic Military Monday April 24th!
“Rambo brigade” AKA: “Rapid Fire”
(Small dogs under 20 pounds)
“Infantry Brigade” AKA the “Whine-o’s”
(Medium size dogs)
“Big Guns Brigade” AKA the “Tanks”
(Extra large dogs)
“Special Ops Brigade”
(Those with unique talents or do tricks)
“Space Force Brigade”
(Think Boston Terriers, Pugs, or Bulldogs, Etc)
“Mobile Brigade”
(Those that can’t walk far distances and require a wagon, etc)
“Foreign Service Brigade”
(Those who are not available for Conch Republic events, but embody the spirit of our K-9 Corps)