Register Now for Paws in the Park Charity Dog Walk

Information from Valley Humane Society—

It’s time to get moving and register for Paws in the Park, Valley Humane Society’s charity dog walk and animal festival! Scheduled for Sunday, September 22, 2013, the 3rd annual Paws in the Park offers animal lovers a fun, dynamic, easy way to support the rescue, care, and adoption of Tri-Valley dogs and cats. The walk begins at 12 noon at Amador Valley Community Park in Pleasanton, where the free, family-friendly community celebration runs from 10 am – 4 pm. 

Walkers are encouraged to register early at valleyhumane.org and get a good start on collecting donations to help the animals. Registration fees include a t-shirt and goody bag, and cost $25 for individuals, $40 for couples, and $10 for youth age 12 and under, ARF alumni dogs with guardian, and “virtual” walkers. Children age 12 and under who do not wish to receive a t-shirt may also register for free. Collar your friends and family to create a dog pack for extra fun, and don’t forget to bring Fido! The team that raises the most money toward the $25,000 goal will be treated to a private Yappy Hour for 20 people at Valley Humane Society.

Paws in the Park also makes a great team-building activity for employees and coworkers. Create or join a pack today! Everyone is invited to enjoy the afternoon’s animal festival, featuring pet-friendly vendors, canine demonstrations like rally/obedience and Frisbee, performing dogs, pet contests, children’s activities, music, and fabulous gourmet food truck fare. Paws in the Park is presented by Pet Food Express, NBC, Contra Costa Times, and 101.7 KKIQ.

Additional sponsorship opportunities and vendor booths are still available; please contact Lori Rice at pawsinthepark@valleyhumane.org for more information. Envisioning a world in which every animal is loved and every person knows the love of an animal, Valley Humane Society (VHS) creates a brighter future for cats and dogs by encouraging and strengthening the bond between people and pets.

VHS rescues and rehabilitates companion animals, champions responsible caretaking, shares pets’ soothing affections with people in need of comfort, and supports and preserves existing pet-guardian relationships. Whether you’d like to adopt an animal, share your passion for pets, or meet like-minded people, VHS is Your Means to a Friend™.