Maryland Pet News & Reviews

A Washington Humane Society Affair to Remember!

2007-12-28T20:13:00.000-05:00

Tickets are now on sale for the Washington Humane Society’s 6th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair. We invite you and your four-legged companion to join us on Thursday, January 24th at the Galleria at Lafayette Center(map) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

This annual event hosted by Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant will treat guests on two legs to the world’s finest sparkling wines, champagne and delicious desserts from the area’s top Pastry Chefs, all while treating those guest on four legs to scrumptious gourmet snacks by Doggie Style Bakery.

Tickets will be $85 per person, with a special VIP reception ticket for $135. All proceeds from a Sugar & Champagne Affair benefit the Washington Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement and Humane Education programs. Click here to purchase your ticket!

The Washington Humane Society enforces all of the District's animal laws, anti-cruelty statutes under an 1870 Congressional charter, and all animal control laws under a contract with the Department of Health. This event is in honor of the Washington Humane Society Officers who work 24-hours a day, saving the homeless, lost, neglected and abused animals in DC, and our Humane Education program that teaches elementary school children compassion and respect for animals.

This year’s Affair will feature a new shopping corner for the fashion conscious pooch and feline! Participating Stores Include: Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery and Pet Boutique– Doggie Style Bakery–GreenPets/Dogs By Day– The Big Bad Woof– The Dog Spot– The Posh Pooch.

Special appearance by photographer, Traer Scott, and a book signing for her new book, Street Dogs!

HSBC's "Give Them A Home for the Holidays" Adoption Promotion

2007-12-09T18:34:00.000-05:00

Holidays are a popular time to bring home a new pet, and what better way to do so by adopting a shelter pet during HSBC's 'Give Them a Home for the Holidays' program.

This December and January, support the Humane Society of Baltimore County by adopting a pet during several of its great promotions including 'Pet's for Seniors' and half-off reduced adoption fees for select animals!

Give Them a Home for the Holidays: This year HSBC is offering the following adoption promotions during the months of December and January...

Half-Off Reduced Adoption Fees: From December 1st through December 21st, cats over 2 years of age and dogs that have been at the shelter for an extended amount of time will have a reduced adoption fee of 50% off! Help us help our pets find a loving home for the Holidays and beyond!

Pets for Seniors: Individuals 60 years and older will receive a $50 credit (subsidized by Purina) towards the animal's adoption fee.Help us spread the word!... please print a flyer or brochure to give to someone you know may be interested!

HSBC Promotion Brochure
HSBC Promotion Flyer

Holiday Pet Photos & Parties

2007-11-17T09:17:00.000-05:00

Don’t miss Holiday Pet Photos and Parties to benefit the programs and animals of the Washington Humane Society on:

Saturday, December 1st – 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Dog Spot in Georgetown. With a $15 donation to WHS you will receive a 4x6 photo and a photo sent to you via e-mail. The Dog Spot, 1625 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007

Saturday, December 8th – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Gaithersburg, Maryland at Washingtonian Center. With a $15 donation to WHS you will receive a 4x6 photo and a photo sent to you via e-mail. Washingtonian Center, 9811 Washingtonian Blvd. Gaithersburg, MD 20878. At the Plaza, between Rio Grande and Joe's Crab Shack.

Sunday, December 9th – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Silver Spring, Maryland. With a $15 donation to WHS you will receive a 4x6 photo and a photo sent to you via e-mail. Downtown Silver Spring, in Silver Plaza on Ellsworth Drive in front of Austin Grill.

Saturday, December 15th – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Bloomingdales, Chevy Chase, Juicy Couture along with Barkley Square Invite you to Haute Holidays for the Hounds to benefit the Washington Humane Society. Celebrate the launch of Juicy Couture’s new “Crittoure” line for dogs and treat your pet to pampering, gourmet cookies and holiday photos with Santa Claus all to benefit the animals and programs of the Washington Humane Society. Bloomingdales, 5300 Western Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.

Sunday, December 16th – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Posh Pooch, Bethesda. With a $15 donation to WHS you will receive a 4x6 photo and a photo sent to you via e-mail. Posh Pooch, 8009 Norfolk Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

PetSmart 20th Birthday Party this Tuesday, April 24th

2007-04-22T18:54:00.000-04:00

PetSmart is celebrating its 20th Birthday! You and your pet are invited are invited to a special Birthday Party celebration! Festivities will be held at all locations of PetSmart from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24th. The fun includes a free Polaroid picture of your pet in an exclusive frame, free party hats and goodie bags, and fun party games with prizes while supplies last.

Fort Meade Pet Expo to be held May 12th

2007-04-22T18:34:00.000-04:00

Got an email from the Fort Meade Pet Expo...

"We are really looking forward to the 2nd Annual Fort Meade Pet Expo! We are currently still seeking vendors, so if you know any pet vendors who may be interested please have them contact us as soon as possible. This years event is going to be great! We have added a Fun Run in themorning and a Pets and People walk in the afternoon. We are expanding our media to include TV and radio. We hope to see you there!"

For more information visit their website at: http://www.ftmeademwr.com/events/PetExpo/PetExpo_about.htm

For info contact: Alissa J Santoro at 301-677-3912

20th Annual Bark Ball to be held June 9th

2007-04-22T18:25:00.000-04:00

Chairs: Mary Matalin and James Carville
Saturday, June 9th
VIP Reception 6:30pmSilent Auction 7:00pmDinner 8:00pmDancing 9:00pm
Renaissance Hotel999 9th St, NW
Individual Ticket $250/ Table of 10 $2250

Washington's Only Black-tie Gala for the Four-on-the-Floor Crowd!

The Washington Humane Society’s Bark Ball is an established Washington tradition. The formal soirée includes an auction, a seated dinner, and live entertainment – with a unique twist that makes this a one-of-a-kind event. Guests are encouraged to bring a canine escort!

As Washington's only formal evening for the “four-on-the-floor” crowd, the Bark Ball attracts some of the area’s most renowned canines and their friends. The guest list has included such luminaries as Art Buchwald, Chris Buckley, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Arch Campbell, Willard Scott and Loretta Swit. Washington’s political pet set--Socks Clinton, Millie Bush, Leader Dole, and most recently “First Canines” Spot and Barney Bush --have all served as Honorary PetChairs.

This extraordinary, high-profile event garners excellent coverage from print and broadcast media. The Bark Ball has been featured on the Discovery Channel’s “Animal Planet,” and is consistently covered by all major local television stations (Channels 4, 5, 7 and 9). In the past, stories appeared in the Washington Post, USA Today, on washingtonpost.com, in Woman’s Day, Marie Claire, and the Washingtonian magazines, and nationally in more than 30 major markets.

Past sponsors include Friedman, Billings, Ramsey Group; U.S. Airways; Sun Trust Bank; the Fannie Mae Foundation; America Online; Riggs National Bank; Ralston Purina; Pfizer; The Washington Post; Booz Allen & Hamilton; TWA; and Swissair.

For more information or to purchase tickets: http://www.washhumane.org/barkball.asp

Missing Dog: Stella - $1000 Reward

2007-04-22T16:39:00.000-04:00

Stella is a 17 month old spayed female Doberman with Congenital Limb Deformity L Forelimb (lobster claw foot), Natural Ears, Tattoo Inner Thigh. Last seen in Winchester, Virginia...but she could be in any state, not just the local area. We are concerned that someone may be thinking of amputating her limb, and we do not want this to happen.

If seen, please immediately contact Athy Conigliaro (President of Doberman Assistance Rescue & Education) @ 410-303-9506 or Dr. Kim Danoff (Stella's owner and veterinarian) @ 703-938-2563 or the Winchester Police Dept @ 540-667-5770.

Help us Bring Stella Home!! We miss her dearly.

1st Annual Canine Country Jamboree

2007-04-04T20:22:00.000-04:00

The Leesburg Canine Country Club, a social club for dog lovers and their best friends cordially invite you to the 1st Annual Canine Country Jamboree, April 21, 11AM to 4PM. The Jamboree will benefit Virginia Spay Neuter Alliance and Clinic.

They have 52 vendors and the list is growing every day! They are seeking GUESTS, RESCUES, PET BUSINESSES, ARTISTS, AWESOME NON-ANIMAL NON-PROFITS, CRAFTERS, and YARD SALERS! Space fees (bring your own tables and chairs) are $30 for yard sales, $45 for non-profits, and $60 for for-profits. For more information, a vendor application, a flyer and current vendor list, please see their website: www.LeesburgCanineCountryClub.com. The rescues have been barking and meowing loudly to announce their arrival! Hope you can make it down to the farm for The 1st Annual Canine Country Jamboree!

1ST ANNUAL CANINE COUNTRY JAMBOREE at The Leesburg Canine Country Club, A social club for dog lovers and their best friends Saturday, April 21, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., RAIN OR SHINE. Benefitting The Virginia Spay Neuter Alliance & Clinic (VA-SNAC)

Free Admission!
Leashed Dogs Welcome!

*Animals for adoption *Live Bluegrass - The Barretones *Country Cookin' by Market Salamander *Auction for Charity *Microchipping Clinic *Children's Fingerprinting Clinic *McGruff, The Crime-Fighting Dog ("Take a Bite out of Crime!") *Pet Photos & Services *Farmers Market *Arts & Crafts for Sale *Gigantic Yard Sale *Doggie Games & Prizes *Country Club Memberships

Kibbles & Bits "Most Smoochable Pooch" Contest

2007-03-29T12:12:00.000-04:00

Brandy the dog has been named Maryland's "Brandy has been named Maryland's "Most Smoochable Pooch" in Kibbles N Bits contest. She is now competing for the national title and needs your vote! Check it out at: http://www.smoochablepooch.com/default.aspx?page=photodetail&pictureid=2862 "

Washington Humane Society Presents "Fashion for Paws"

2007-03-29T11:37:00.000-04:00

Fashion for Paws, the Washington Humane Society’s first annual fashion fête, will feature forty of Washington, DC’s most celebrated and well-known personalities walking the runway with decked-out designer dogs in-hand. The show will highlight spring 2007 ready-to-wag designer doggie couture and women’s and men’s ready-to-wear spring 2007 apparel.

In the weeks leading up to the fashion show many of the models are participating in a friendly fundraising competition to see who raises the most money for the Washington Humane Society. The male and female winner will honored at the fashion show and awarded the title "Model Washingtonian of the Year." Your $55 ticket purchase will count toward their fundraising goal.

Click here to purchase a ticket!

Gaithersburg/Damascus area - Lost Dog

2007-02-25T11:00:00.000-05:00

An Allbreed Rescue & Referral foster dog has gotten lost. She escaped with another dog and took off into the woods at around 4:30 am on Thursday the 1st of February. The other dog returned about 3 hrs later but still no signs of Lily. Lily is an all white Husky/GSD mix with blue eyed adult spayed female and can be seen at http://members.petfinder.org/~MD27/html/lily.html. She was last seen in the Gaithersburg/Damascus area off of Hawkins Creamery Rd near Woodfield School Rd. Please contact Robin as soon as possible at ROBN2001@aol.com or call 301-775-2777 or 240-533-5369 if you have seen this dog!

3rd Annual PEDIGREE® Adoption Drive has Begun!

2007-02-01T17:18:00.000-05:00

The makers of PEDIGREE® Food for Dogs have announced the kick-off of the 3rd annual PEDIGREE® Adoption Drive! (You've probably seen their TV ad campaign).

Pedigree's makers believe every dog deserves a loving home, including the millions of good dogs in shelters across the country. That’s why they have created the PEDIGREE® Adoption Drive, a national program designed to raise awareness of the plight of homeless dogs by encouraging people to adopt a dog from a shelter.

Every time you purchase PEDIGREE® products, Pedigree will make a donation to help dogs find loving homes. In 2006, Pedigree raised nearly $750,000 and they are hoping to raise over $1 million in 2007!

Pet owners can help too! Every time you purchase PEDIGREE® products, the company will make a donation to help dogs find loving homes! This year, there are even more ways to help Pedigree help dogs. When you visit the website www.pedigree.com/dogadoption, you can:

Find an adoptable dog near you
Donate food to a shelter and Pedigree will match it!
Get free food for a month when you adopt
Order a free DOGS RULE® T-shirt from Pedigree
...and lots more!

Pedigree states "It is so easy to make a difference in the life of a homeless dog. Because every dog deserves to be healthy, happy and adored." We agree! So what are you waiting for? Visit: www.pedigree.com/dogadoption

"American Feline Idol" Household Pet Cat Show

2007-02-01T07:26:00.000-05:00

Date: Saturday March 31, 2007
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place: Montgomery County Agricultural Center Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Felines of all types, sizes and colors will be at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds on March 31, 2007 for the second annual AWLMC benefit Household Pet Cat Show.

You do no have to be the owner of a pedigreed cat to enter this show! The AWLMC is actively seeking entries from area residents to enter their ‘STAR’ cat into the show by March 23, 2007.

Any non-registered pedigreed cat over 6 months of age, that has been spayed and neutered, and current on immunizations, is eligible to enter the competition for the DC Metropolitan area’s “AMERICAN FELINE IDOL”.

Local Cat Fanciers, illustrating that all cats are beautiful, will judge the CONTESTANTS on looks, condition and PURR-SONALITY. Your special kitty could win Ribbons, Prizes and be the Best-in-Show! Many cats entered are former shelter cats, each with a unique story to tell, but all are very special cats. See www.awlmc.org for more information and download an Entry Form for your cat. All entries must be received by March 23, 2007.

Think your cat has STAR QUALITY, but may be STAGE SHY? Bring a photograph of your special kitty to the show to enter the GLAMOUR SHOTS photo competition. This fundraiser for AWLMC will allow spectators to cast cash ballots for the Peoples Choice Photo Favorite.

You do not have to have a cat own you to come see all the beautiful cats competing in this show! Come watch the judging competition - have a good time with family and friends. All Household Pet Cats are crowd pleasers and all will be stars in this show. There will also be cats for adoption. Vendors with specialty merchandise for cat lovers will be selling. There will be hundreds of items for cat lovers, ranging from custom made cat trees, to gift novelties and feline decorated apparel. A must see shopping arcade for any feline fan.

The AWLMC is Montgomery County’s newest 501 (c) (3) non-profit animal welfare organization. All Cat Show proceeds will benefit the AWLMC shelter fundraising and community outreach and education programs.

Missing Border Collie - Reagan National Airport - Washington DC

2007-01-09T21:15:00.000-05:00

Missing Border Collie
Male, unaltered
1 year old
Photo & More Information: http://marylandpet.com/lost-pets/KeeperPoster.pdf

Tri-color medium length coat: black and white with a little tan

Weight: He was 46.6 pounds, but will weigh less after several weeks on the run without food

Orange collar with Missouri rabies tag from the Eldorado Springs Veterinary Clinic

Lost Monday, November 20, 2006 at Reagan National Airport near the George Washington Parkway. Keeper has recently been sighted at Morningside Road and West Boulevard Drive. If you sight Keeper, please contact Davida ASAP! (*Keeper knows her):home 301-622-0351, cell 301-613-0351. If you find Keeper, please contact Cynthia: home 703-620-2353, cell 703-402-1423.

A Sugar & Champagne Affair to Benefit the Washington Humane Society

2007-01-03T19:21:00.000-05:00

On January 23rd Ellen and Todd Gray of Equinox restaurant, will host the 5th annual A Sugar & Champagne Affair at Hotel Palomar. Free-flowing champagne, gourmet treats for humans and their four-legged friends, all to benefit the Washington Humane Society’s Law Enforcement Officers and Humane Education Programs.

To purchase tickets please go to: http://m1e.net/c?48542816-192RFxoHu0ND2%402128651-bpfDr/JsbpIC6

Be sure you and your pet dress to impress, as DC Magazine is on board as the official media partner. A photo of you and your dog could end up in the glossy pages of this top Modern Luxury publication.

The 2006 Sugar & Champagne Affair featured the city’s best pastry chefs from: Equinox, Citronelle, Marcel’s, Market Salamander, Restaurant Eve, Dish Restaurant, TenPenh, Zola, Willow, Cabet Creamery, Vidalia Lebanese Taverna, Galileo, 2941 Restaurant, The Ritz Carlton, IndeBleu, Taberna del Alabardero, and Zaytinya.

This year’s A Sugar & Champagne Affair will also feature a special appearance by photographer Traer Scott and a book signing event for her new highly acclaimed book, Shelter Dogs. All proceeds will benefit the Washington Humane Society.

Fort Meade Pet Expo

2007-01-03T18:39:00.000-05:00

Alissa J Santoro, Special Events Coordinator at Fort Meade, MD emailed to inform us the date for next years Pet Expo at Fort Meade has changed from August to May 12, 2007.

Please email alissa.santoro@us.army.mil if you are interested in participating and need a registration form. They are looking to have all vendors in place by March 1st so they can offer maximum exposure for participating businesses. Please let them know as soon as possible if you would like to be included!

For more information call Alissa at 301-677-3912.

Animal Blessing and Fair on Sunday, October 1st

2006-09-27T00:48:00.000-04:00

Epiphany Episcopal Church invites you to their Animal Blessing and Fair on Sunday, October 1, 2006 from 12 noon to 3 p.m...Rain or Shine! Epiphany Episcopal Church is located at 2216 Pot Spring Road in Timonium, Maryland (Between Chantrey and Timonium Roads).

The fair will feature displays, demonstrations, and giveways by local businesses and non-profit organizations dedicated to helping our animal friends! Admission is free! A lunch of hot dog, chips and soda for $1.00, as well as treats for your "best friend" will be available during the fair.

Featured businesses and exhibitors include pet photography by Bill Owens of Man's Best Friend Photography (Please reserve your pet portrait sitting in advance), holistic pet care by Reiki Tails, Animals in the Bible, The Humane Society of Baltimore County, Defenders of Animal Rights, The Maryland SPCA (will have pets up for adoption), and the Wild Bird Center.

Raffles for pet and animal related items and gifts will be held throughout the fair and tickets are only $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Items to be raffled include St. Francis of Assisi and Bluebird garden statuary, and gift certificates for PetsMart, Pet Depot, and The Feed Bag. All proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of the United States, Diaster Relief Fund.

Activities for the kids include moon bounce, face painting and animal crafts, as well as pet contests (Funniest Costume, Most Original Costume, Biggest Dog, Smallest Dog, Biggest Cat, Smallest Cat, Best Kisser, Best Singer, Shortest Ears, Longest Ears, Shortest Tail, Longest Tail, Tiniest Companion Animal, and Owner Look-Alike). Prizes will be awarded to all winners!

For more information about the Animal Blessing or the Animal Fair, to purchase raffle tickets, or to schedule a pet portrait sitting please call 410-252-4465.

The Internet is Going to the Dogs Online Dog Expo

2006-09-18T08:47:00.000-04:00

Veterinarians, celebrities, authors, dog chefs, dog advocates, breeders, trainers, natural health practitioners, and more are all joining together to help everyone learn all about dogs in a new online platform

The Internet is Going to the Dogs during the 1st Annual Online Dog Expo that will be taking place this weekend September 22-24, 2006: www.virtualdogexpo.com

The event will feature not only a diverse group of speakers, but on a variety of all dog-related topics. The event organizers, Kim Bloomer and Jeannie Thomason of the online radio show, Animal Talk Naturally, are thrilled to have been asked to organize the event for the online dogs' community of Co-op World . "When Rob Anderson, Founder of Co-op World received us as volunteers of his visionary online communities of Co-op World, we never dreamed this would be part of the outcome of his vision," commented Bloomer. "I thought it would be a great way for Kim and me to team up and teach online, manage the forums and help people with their dog care needs. Rob's vision has surpassed all of my expectations," states Thomason.

Bringing in several veterinarians including Dr. John Symes (aka Dogtor J), naturopathic veterinarian Dr. Dwayne Hubbard, Australian-based veterinarian Dr. Tom Lonsdale, and Dr. Roger de Haan (speaking with Nancy Seymour) along with celebrities such as author/actress/media coach Cynthia Brian, author/musician/artist/breeder Ron Hevener, author/speaker Nani Aki Linder along with several others well known in their field of expertise such as master dog chef Micki Voisard, My Dog Votes Barbara Haywood, Tammy Grimes of Dogs Deserve Better, Jill Lanese of American Dogs of Distinction, dog behaviorist Sue Schmidt of Equine/Canine SW, Amy Snow & Nancy Zidonis of TallGrass Institute, Jill Moss of the UK-based Bella Moss Foundation, Bill Clanton of All Pets Radio, Penny Leisch of Pets by Penny, and Charles Brettell from the KC Dog Advocacy Group, this online dog expo is certain to have something for everyone to learn!

Animal Talk Naturally will be sharing their one hour show live at the expo featuring special guest, Colleen Paige, founder of the National Dog Day Foundation. With her new book coming out June 2007, a pet-related television series, and a lot of other exciting ventures, the one hour show is sure to have a lot of fun and surprises in store for attendees and participants alike.

There will be a virtual dog show which any attendee with a dog can participate in, exhibitor booths where you can talk with the vendors, listen to their mini-seminars, network, participate in Q&As, and giveaways. All you need to attend is your $12.95 entrance ticket to all three days of the event, a computer, internet access and speakers. Go to www.virtualdogexpo.com to purchase your ticket. For additional information or to purchase an exhibitor booth or sponsorship contact publicist Tammy Munson, tammy@imagereadymedia.com or phone 940.782.7340. This event is sponsored by CoolCast Radio and I Learn Radio.

Pet Halloween Costumes for Dogs and Cats

2006-09-12T17:51:00.000-04:00

Does your dog or cat like to dress up for Halloween? Pet Costumes are available at BuyCostumes.com.

This year's new pet costumes include a Disney Cinderella Pet Costume, Pirate Dog Pet Costume, Pumpkin & Dog Bandana, Pound Hound, Party Animal, Cat From Hell, Jolly Jester Hat, Pirate Pooch, Devil Dog, K-9 Race Team, Santa Pet Hat & Scarf for Dogs, Elvis Dog, Star Wars Princess Leia "Slave" Pet, Lil' Angel, and Doggie Bones.

Pet costumes still available from previous years include Prisoner Dog, Princess Dog, Pirate Dog, Hot Dog, Daisy Dog, Big Daddy Dog, Raggedy Ann Dog, Sheriff Dog, Bride Dog, Tiki Dog, Lil Bandito Dog, K-9 Fire Rescue Dog, Hound Dog, The Graduate Dog, Clown Dog, Rock Superstar Dog, Rambark Dog, Hippie Dog, Formal Dog, Pup Royale, Top Dog Groom, Devil Dog and Angel Dog.These pet costumes are made for dogs however cats will fit nicely in the small dog sizes.

BuyCostumes.com is currently offering a special through September 18, 2006. Shipping is only 99 cents on purchases over $25. So hurry up and find that special Pet Halloween Costume for your furry friend!

PetsMart Charities Annual Adoption Event

2006-09-10T03:27:00.000-04:00

Just got an email telling me the PetsMart Charities Annual Adoption Event is coming up next week. There will be more pets available for adoption than any other time of the year! Since 1994, PetSmart Charities® has helped save the lives of 2.7 million pets and counting--that's another pet's life saved every two minutes.

To further their mission of saving homeless pets' lives, PetSmart will partner with more than 3,400 humane organizations to host the Fall Annual Adoption Event from Friday, September 15 to Sunday, September 17 at every PetSmart store.

Families who adopt a pet during this event will receive a special New Pet & Parent guide*, with more than $50 in valuable PetSmart coupons. The offers for pet supplies, food and services will assist pet parents with the start-up needs of their new pet.

Humane Society Walk for the Animals 2006

2006-09-09T18:26:00.000-04:00

Hi there Animal Lovers!

Here's an email we recieved from Howard Nelson at the Washington Humane Society last week. Sounds like a great event! Read on...

Dear Friends of Animals,

I'd like to invite you to a special dog walk to end the tragedy of pet homelessness on October 15 on the National Mall. A benefit for both the Washington Humane Society and the Humane Society of the United States, the walk will bring this important issue to the attention of the nation and help provide the resources that we need to do something about it. And it will be great fun!

The one mile walk will culminate with speakers, fun activities for you and your dog, and even a microchip clinic. Registration is only $15 for an individual, $40 for a family of four. All registrants receive a T-shirt and goody bag, and there is a prize for the top fundraiser. More details and online registration can be found at the Walk for the Animal website. Once registered, you can create your own personal fundraising page so family, friends, and fellow animal lovers can support you.

Please save the date, register to walk, and tell your friends and family about this great event. I'd love to see a huge turnout for this walk (with lots and lots of rescue dogs). It will send a message to the city and the country that the issue of homeless pets is one that we can no longer ignore.

See you there, with leash in hand and walking shoes on. It will be a pawsitively good time!

Sincerely,
Howard Nelson
Executive Director
Washington Humane Society
7319 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20012

P.S. Can’t attend but want to help put an end to pet homelessness? Make a direct donation to the Humane Society Walk for the Animals today!

P.P.S. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are still available. If you’re affiliated with an organization or company and would like to support the Walk for the Animals, email corprelations@hsus.org.