Have a 'barking' good time
Aug 28, 2008 - 07:50:52 CDT
ST. LOUIS — The Animal Protective Association of Missouri (APA) is hosting its 18th Annual Canine Carnival on Sunday, October 5, 2008, at Tilles Park in Ladue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year.
The event, which is sponsored by The One Hope Network and Purina ONE, is the place where “the dogs play the games and win the prizes!”
The Canine Carnival features events such as canine games, contests, pet photos, vendor booths and the Carol House Furniture Pooch Parade. Event proceeds benefit the homeless animals at the APA. Bring your own dog or visit the ones available for adoption. Enjoy the time spent with fellow pet lovers.
Dog and people games include Lucky Puppy, Cheeseball Toss and the Steak Walk game. Contests include Best Bark, Best Trick, Best Costume and Best Kisser. Activities such as pet photos buttons, face painting, Speedy Dog Challenge and pet sketch artist will keep tongue’s wagging. A children’s area will be set up, including pictures with a Clydesdale. And of course, there will be adoptable pets looking for a good home.
Admission is free and tickets for games and activities can be purchased at the event. Tilles Park is at the corner of Litzsinger and McKnight, one mile south of Hwy. 40 and McKnight. Registration will begin at a.m..
Volunteers are needed. You can e-mail Stephanie at volunteer@apamo.org or call 314-645-4610 ext. 122 for more information.
For additional information, contact Becky Krueger at 314-645-4610 ext. 124 or go to www.apamo.org.
The Animal Protective Association of Missouri is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to bringing people and pets together, advancing humane education and creating programs beneficial to the human/animal bond.
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The event, which is sponsored by The One Hope Network and Purina ONE, is the place where “the dogs play the games and win the prizes!”
The Canine Carnival features events such as canine games, contests, pet photos, vendor booths and the Carol House Furniture Pooch Parade. Event proceeds benefit the homeless animals at the APA. Bring your own dog or visit the ones available for adoption. Enjoy the time spent with fellow pet lovers.
Dog and people games include Lucky Puppy, Cheeseball Toss and the Steak Walk game. Contests include Best Bark, Best Trick, Best Costume and Best Kisser. Activities such as pet photos buttons, face painting, Speedy Dog Challenge and pet sketch artist will keep tongue’s wagging. A children’s area will be set up, including pictures with a Clydesdale. And of course, there will be adoptable pets looking for a good home.
Admission is free and tickets for games and activities can be purchased at the event. Tilles Park is at the corner of Litzsinger and McKnight, one mile south of Hwy. 40 and McKnight. Registration will begin at a.m..
Volunteers are needed. You can e-mail Stephanie at volunteer@apamo.org or call 314-645-4610 ext. 122 for more information.
For additional information, contact Becky Krueger at 314-645-4610 ext. 124 or go to www.apamo.org.
The Animal Protective Association of Missouri is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to bringing people and pets together, advancing humane education and creating programs beneficial to the human/animal bond.