At noon Sunday, October 4, 2015, the Fairfax Pets on Wheels raises funds supporting pet therapy for long-term care residents by holding its 20th annual “Paws for a Cause” 3K Walk in Fairfax, Virginia. The doggone fun begins at Weber’s Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Highway, Fairfax.
Proceeds from the walk will go toward recruitment and training, volunteer activities, and insurance.
All pre-registered participants will receive a “Paws for a Cause” t-shirt. There will be human and canine treats at each kilometer and sponsored walkers are encouraged.
Registration is $20 prior to September 18th and $25 thereafter. Register online at http://www.fpow.org/event-1914748/registration or visit www.fpow.org. Walk-in registrations are welcome.
Potential walkers and businesses interested in providing sponsorship or donating door prizes for participants should call (703) 324-5424 or email dfspetsonwheels@fairfaxcounty.gov for more information, or go to www.fpow.org.
Fairfax Pets on Wheels is an all-volunteer program sponsored by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging and is a United Way agency (#8907) and an American Kennel Club recognized Pet Therapy Organization. FPOW provides pet therapy with teams of animals and their human companions who regularly visit 14 area long-term care facilities.
2015 is the 28th anniversary of Fairfax Pets on Wheels caring and sharing in the community.
