By Ethan Backer

Somerville went to the dogs last Saturday as city canines and their owners gathered at Nunziato Field for Responsible Dog Ownership Day. The event was organized by SomDog and the dogs of the city were treated to nail trimmings, massages and professional portraits. Local dog rescue groups, training clubs and businesses that serve the dog-owning community, as well as the Somerville Animal Control Officer helped SomDog kick off their responsible dog ownership campaign: No Pile Left Behind. Attendees signed a pledge to clean up after their dog every time and learned more about organizations that promote responsible dog ownership in Somerville.