Seward's Barktoberfest raised money for a local pet rescue
More than 20 dogs turned up at Junto Winery for the third annual event. Blue River Pet Rescue has recorded nearly 200 adoptions so far in 2026.
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Seward's third annual Barktoberfest was Oct. 11 at Junto Winery. The Seward Independent published the account on Oct. 14. More than 20 dogs came in costume for a pup cup shuffle and a photo booth. The afternoon benefits Blue River Pet Rescue.
The rescue opened in 2012 as a foster-based program and finished a building on the south side of Seward in 2019. Director Cody Brown said 2026 is a record year, with nearly 200 adoptions so far. Foster Kris Beckler-Kocian is caring for Bunker, a dog who came from Lexington.
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