Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Poochapalooza for Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services


Save the Date! 
Saturday, November 3, 2012  Lake Carolina Towne Center


K-9 5K Run

RUN WITH THE BIG DOGS. Snap on your pooch's leash, or join us without man's best friend, for a run on a USATF Certified course through the scenic Lake Carolina Community. K-9 5k registration includes a reusable tote bag, post-race refreshments, FREE entry to Poochapalooza Dog Walk Festival ($10 value) and an official race t-shirt.
Day of Race Registration begins at 8 a.m
Start 9 a.m.
Start/Finish at Lake Carolina Towne Center
                                  Timing by go-greenevents.com
Fees
Early Registration (before September 1) - $25
September 1 through October 14 - $30
After October 14 - $35
Day of Run - $40
Special Military Registration Rate - $20

Poker Run

BRING YOUR HUMAN ON A "DOG WALK" STYLE POKER RUN. You and your human will walk a pre-set course, stopping at sponsor checkpoints to receive a playing card. At the end of the walk, each player selects their top cards and the best poker paws win prizes you'll wag your tail over!

Dog Show

COSTUME YOUR POOCH AND JOIN THE SHOW. The  pet parade will give you a chance to show everyone how special you and your human are.
Two of a Kind - This class is to showcase dog/owner matching or complimentary costumes. The dog and human with the most creative costume combo will take the day.
Full House - This class is for families who have more than one dog. Entries will be judged as a group, with the most interesting collection of dog costumes being awarded the crown.
The Joker - This class will showcase costumes that incorporate a trick or talent. We will recognize the top three in this class, but all entrants will receive a goody bag to reward them for their effort.
Queen of Hearts - This class is for the girls. We will select the Diva for the day.
King of Spades - This class is for the boys. We will select the Big Dog for the day.
Entry fees: $5 to enter as many classes as you would like. Any dog can enter. Register here.

Grab your human by the leash and head on over to Lake Carolina for a day of dog gone good fun. The proceeds benefit PAALS
PAALS is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to enriching and empowering children and adults with physical disabilities and social needs by training service animals and providing animal assisted educational and recreational activities.
PAALS trains animals to assist people with varying abilities to live more independent and enriched lives by providing them with assistance dogs. Some of our specially trained canines are taught to turn lights on and off, tug open doors, pick up dropped items and alert for help to assist individuals in wheelchairs. Other dogs go on to assist children with autism and soldiers with PTSD to accomplish therapeutic and real life goals. These dogs are primarily placed in and around South Carolina.

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