A Walk for Animals

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Let the walk begin!

Let the walk begin!

It was a beautiful, breezy day on Saturday, when my team, Clifford’s Crew, took part in the San Diego Humane Society’s Walk for Animals. Frankly, I can’t remember when I enjoyed myself more.  It was such HOWLING fun!!

Mostly, it was a blast seeing all the dogs with their humans, and getting all these cool giveaways for our canine companions–treats, organic canned and dry food, clips for sealing food bags, leashes and even a day glo harness! Everyone seemed in a buoyant mood (must’ve been the pancake breakfast we all feasted on), and when the walk began at 9 a.m., we were more than ready. A special shout out to our Clifford’s Crew team leader, Ashley Rodriguez!

Here are some of the photos we took, but you’ll find more on the San Diego Humane Society’s flickr page.

Happy Dogs and their owners everywhere. Even stormtroopers love their dogs!

Happy Dogs and their owners everywhere. Even stormtroopers love their dogs!

Everyone gets in on the fun and volunteers give out water to dogs and their humans.

Everyone gets in on the fun while young volunteers give out water to the dogs and their humans.

Cool dogs, big dogs and even costumed dogs. This Walk for Animals had it all.

Cool dogs, big dogs and even costumed dogs, this Walk for Animals had it all.

Dog pals gather for a photo op. There's no getting away from the paparazzi.

Dog pals (From Left:  Elwood, Brooke, Josie, Oliver and Henry) gather for a photo op. There’s no escaping the paparazzi!

Henry thanks all who donated to our walk. We couldn't have done it without you!

Henry thanks all who donated to our walk. We couldn’t have done it without your generous support!

Heading home after spending a day at the walk. Everyone was tired, including Oliver.

Heading home after spending a day at the walk. Everyone was tired, including Oliver.

All told, nearly $400,000 was raised to support the Humane Society’s ability to care for animals. It was fun and rewarding, knowing we did our part. So, are you thinking what I’m thinking?

Yes! Maybe we’ll do it again next year!

35 thoughts on “A Walk for Animals”

  1. Oliver looks just like Kirby!!!!! omg, you must check out my blog to see the resemblance, although Oliver is still a puppy is he? or is he full grown? Sooo sweet. I love the little doggy event you guys went too looks like so much fun! xoxo Leah and Kirby

  2. I, too, love the new look, Monica! And is Oliver a new dog for you? I’m so out of the loop, I don’t know. He’s a cutie. Reminds me of my Lucy.

    By the way, Sara and I have arrived safely in Ecuador, and I’m trying to get back into the routine of blogging. So far–I’m not doing to well.

    Plus, Lucy has gotten sick. The vet had to make a house call tonight and took her for an ultrasound. I’m a bit stressed, as I don’t understand enough Spanish, and the vet speaks little English. He’s supposed to be back with her in an hour.

    Hugs,
    Kathy

    • Kathy, yes that’s my new dog. Henry wrote about him about three posts ago and you can find the link on the Noble Dog’s Life page at the top of this page. Glad you like the new look!

      If I can help at all, if you write down what the vet says, or if he does it for you, and want to send it to me to review, you have my email. I hope Lucy’s better soon!

      Looking forward to you blogging again.

  4. Love the new look and the fabulous fundraiser. What a way to give back and get a little community support and activity. Have to say that I’m digging the storm troopers. Neat.

  6. Monica, oh my gosh, how adorable is young Oliver in your pouch, you both look so sweet together. Henry looks, er, well, extremely regal and so he should, he is royalty after all. You all raised so much money for such a worthy cause – fantastic.
    Love the Spring theme to the blog. So pretty. Well done my friend.

    • Thanks, MM! I got that snugly for Oliver at one of the booths at the walk. This family makes them and I thought it perfect for Oliver who now weighs a whopping 3.1 lbs. I also bought, from the same booth, matching harnesses and leashes for both. Needless to say, when my daughter saw them bedecked in their new equipment, she said they look like the Von Trapp children. And, it’s true!

  7. Three cheers for Monica, Henry and Oliver. You’re the best for walking in support of the Humane Society.

  11. A big dose of “awww” here today, Monica — thank you! But wait, did I NOT see a single Sheltie walking?? Hmm, something wrong with that! Dallas would have loved walking with you, Henry, and Oliver!
    You’ve done a nice job “springing” up your home, too! And I LOVE your blue shoes!!

    • Susan, I’m glad my new blog look is being well received. Ive been wanting a change, and a fresh, clean look. And now that my daughter’s home for a spell, she helped me!

  16. Love the new look of the blog Monica.

    Well done Henry, little Oliver and of course you plus all the other people who turned out. Love you carrying little Oliver in what I have decided to call the pooch pouch.

    It looks as though you had a super day, and of course lot’s of money was raised.

    It was my pleasure to sponsor you and help you raise some money, when you do it next year I will do the same again.

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