2009 Whisker Walk June 7, 2009

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Whisker Walk is the ONLY pet related event of its kindNATIONALLY.

The primary purpose of the Whisker Walk is to raise money and awareness for New England animal shelters and breed rescue groups (and their pets / programs) throughout the region. The Whisker Walk is all about families and their pets and to promote responsible pet ownership / care and education.
Each organization that participates will have a booth and ability to do their own part of the fundraising walk and/or can participate as much or little as they wish they are NOT required to participate in the actual walk. The groups will share as a collaboration of multiple animal charities all on one property to educate the community about their programs and pets.
Its a unique twist on a walk-a-thon and an event that had never been done before! A great forum for a public relations campaign encouraging the general public to adopt a homeless pet from one of their local shelters or rescues. This event is NOT limited to dog rescue/shelters (but only dogs are allowed to participate in the walk/event.)Caring for hundreds of thousands of neglected and abandoned animals each year throughout New England is an expensive endeavor and all our shelters and programs are growing yearly throughout the region, as is the demand for all of our rescue and animal sheltering services. Because the city, state or government does NOT fund most of the New England shelters every penny really counts!
Our New England shelters and rescues count on events such as this to help continue our mission to help the animals of our community and beyond.
Here's a sneak peek at the attractions... check often for updates...

Whisker Walk events as of 1/31/09 - Adding More Daily: Blessing of the Animals
VCA Animal Hospital sponsors Ask the Vet Booth Rabies vaccination clinic Low cost micro-chipping clinic
Contests/raffles/awards/auctions/prizes
Blue Dog Frisbee Dog performances
Weston Whirlwinds Flyball demos!
Custom ID Tags available for purchase
Poop bag raffle deposit a poop bag and win a prize...
Kid's Area - education, fun things to do/see and make.
Vendor booths, rescue organizations and food for pets/people!
Animal Shelter Inc of Sterling's Reunion for TN/VA/PR come meet your dogs foster/rescuers from the South!
Moon bounces, rides and games for the old and young...All sorts of great food and snacks for people and pets!

Come see, do, buy, walk, have fun, help the animals!

What's a Whisker Walk you Ask? www.whiskerwalk.org

Well its alot of things ... but mostly its a fun day for families and their dogs PLUS a dog walk-a-thon fundraiser to benefit animal shelters and rescue groups throughout New England. The 2008 Whisker Walk brought in over a HUNDRED animal rescue groups, pet related vendors/manufacturers and sponsors for the first of its kind event not to be missed for pet lovers. The 2009 Whisker Walk is sure to be bigger and better!Held at the Lancaster Fairground (Home of the Bolton Fair) there are 35 acres for Pet owners and animal lovers to walk and lend a paw for the animals shelters and pet rescues they love and support!Come see exhibits, demonstrations, educational programs, special attractions, product giveaways, entertainment, auctions/raffles, food, fun and things for adults and kids to see, do and buy both human and pet related!


Organized by Animal Shelter Inc of Sterling MA
The Animal Shelter Inc. of Sterling, www.sterlingshelter.org Massachusetts EIN # 04-3236868 is a non-profit organization (formed in 1988 - incorporated in 1994) and no-kill animal shelter with no time or age restrictions. The shelter exists to provide humane sheltering and high quality medical care for stray, unwanted, abused and neglected animals and to find loving, lifelong homes for orphaned pets.
The staff is dedicated to finding good homes for adoptable pets and we continue to promote responsible pet ownership and to improve the quality of life for the animals and people in our community. The Shelter is supported entirely by donations from private individuals and through surrender and adoption fees. The Animal Shelter, Inc. does not receive support from the United Way or from federal, state or local governments. Our on-site veterinary clinic cares for over 3,000+ animals that come through our shelter yearly and provides a low/no cost spay/neuter, general wellness program assisting local animal control officers, shelters and breed rescues.

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Ticket Info:  2009 Whisker Walk, Free

Official Website: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/283264251/upcoming