Southingon, CT - Yarde Metals, a leading metals service center is famous for its unique amenities which include a nap room, indoor driving range, massage room, coffee roasting room, game room, basketball court, newly installed soccer field and for those who want to bring their dogs to work - outdoor kennels. On September 20, 2012 Yarde will host a fun-filled lunch hour for employees and their four legged friends.

"Dogapalooza," to be held the at the company's 7 service center locations located throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-West and Southern United States during lunch (12-1 pm) where employees will be treated to a hot dog lunch. Other events include an owner/dog Look-a-Like Contest, Paw-trait Station for photos and capping off the event – a Paw-shion Show where the furry friends will strut their stuff for the crowd on a runway.

Pets will be treated to complimentary grooming by Shave and a Haircut a mobile dog grooming and training demonstrations by Pack Tracks Country Club, a dog training and day care facility located in Southington, CT. The event will also feature a raffle with proceeds benefiting the Meriden Humane Society. The Meriden Humane Society will be on-site during the event with dogs available for adoption. The public is invited to stop by from 1-3 if they are interested adopting or learning more about the Meriden Humane society.