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October 24, 2010
Downtown Roanoke's Elmwood Park
12:30 - 3:30 pm

Join us for the festivities!

Event Information

Check-In 12:30 p.m. Owner must provide proof of current rabies vaccination (either tag or certificate) for all dogs over 4 months of age.
Blessing of the Animals 1:25 p.m. Reverend Lisa Meyer
Walk for the Animals Pet Parade 1:30 p.m. Choose your route. Either a 1.5 mile stroll through downtown Roanoke or 3 mile walk through Highland Park. Rest stop at Orvis for dogs and people.
Pet Costume Contest 2:15 p.m. Awards in 3 categories: Pet/Owner Look-a-Like; Best Group Theme (must include a pet); Best In Show (judges favorite)
5-K Fetch Raffle 3:00 P.m. A RVSPCA pooch will "fetch" the winning tennis ball for a Grand Prize of 4 day-3 night stay at Fort Lauderdale Hilton Resort complete with air fare for 2 and a $100 gift card to Table 50. Purchase your chance in advance by clicking here and scrolling down the page!
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluation 12:30-3:30 p.m. Performed by TheraPets, certified CGC evaluators. Additional fee applies.
Demonstrations 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Agility Course courtesy of Star City Canine

Police dog demo

Basic Dog Training provided by Bryan Clark, Pawsitive Partners

Vendors 12:30-3:30 p.m. Products and merchandise for you and your pet!
Food Vendors 12:30-3:30 p.m. Bake Sale, Hot Dog Stand, and more
Games & Activities 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Facepainting, Paw Reading, Musical Chairs for Dogs (good chance to practice sit/stay commands)
Paw-Tistic Paw Painting

More to come   Check this often for updates!!

 

For more information on the Howl O'Ween Walk for the Animals, call 540.339.9502. Email events@rvspca.org.

 

A-Rod is already trying on his costume for the Pet Costume Contest. He's sure he's going to be a winner in the Best In Show category!

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