Pet festival features walk-a-thon, costume contest
The Animal Care and Adoption Center's big annual fundraiser is next Saturday, Oct. 22. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Furry Friends Festival will take place on the soccer fields behind the Arrow Route animal center.
Early birds can purchase the pancake breakfast for $5 from the Rotary Club starting 8 a.m.
At 9 a.m., there will be a pet walk-a-thon going around the one-mile course at Quakes Stadium. Registration, beginning 8 a.m., is $25 for individuals with two pets and $80 for a team of four people with two pets. Participants are encouraged to seek pledges from friends and family. There will be awards for most pledges, most walkers and best team t-shirt.
From 10 a.m. to 1:35 p.m., there will be a number of pet demonstrations and contests including the pet look-alike and costume contest. It costs $5 or $8 for both contests.
Veterinarians, entertainment and food can also be found throughout the day. Proceeds from the event goes to the animal center's medical rehabilitation program.
To pre-register for the walk-a-thon or for more information, visit www.rcpets.info.
Information: 909-466-7387
Early birds can purchase the pancake breakfast for $5 from the Rotary Club starting 8 a.m.
At 9 a.m., there will be a pet walk-a-thon going around the one-mile course at Quakes Stadium. Registration, beginning 8 a.m., is $25 for individuals with two pets and $80 for a team of four people with two pets. Participants are encouraged to seek pledges from friends and family. There will be awards for most pledges, most walkers and best team t-shirt.
From 10 a.m. to 1:35 p.m., there will be a number of pet demonstrations and contests including the pet look-alike and costume contest. It costs $5 or $8 for both contests.
Veterinarians, entertainment and food can also be found throughout the day. Proceeds from the event goes to the animal center's medical rehabilitation program.
To pre-register for the walk-a-thon or for more information, visit www.rcpets.info.
Information: 909-466-7387
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