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You are cordially invited to a most unique, scholarly, and entertaining day of scientific exploration

The 2025 Dogs On the Go Science Expo
November 8, 2025
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, Illinois

The theme for this year’s inaugural Expo is
Scatological science
Yes indeed, science related to poop!

Join Dogs On the Go Hearing Assistance Dogs - a McHenry County, Illinois 501c3 non-profit organization - for a memorable fundraiser and day of

SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION

  • With our subject matter experts, explore a variety of novel and popular science issues that impact our everyday lives

  • Discover how rescue dogs are trained to increase safety and independence for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing

SUBVERSIVE FUN

  • Break the rules and talk about taboo number twos

  • Immerse yourself in a day of nonstop, cheeky puns

  • Win cool quiz game prizes

  • Explore our large vendor area for services, gifts, and the most unique poop emoji souvenirs you’ll ever encounter!

SUPPORT FOR THE MISSION OF DOGS ON THE GO

  • Learn, laugh, and have fun while raising funds for Dogs On the Go

  • Vendors please click HERE

  • Sponsorship opportunities please click HERE

Keynote Speaker: Bryn Nelson, Ph.D

Seminar Presentations

Other Activities

Proceeds will directly support Dogs On the Go Hearing Assistance Dogs, a 501c3 non-profit in Crystal Lake, IL. Our program trains and places rescues with Illinois and Wisconsin residents who are Deaf or hard of hearing. We also offer in-person and virtual coaching for people who want to train their pet as their hearing assistance dog.