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Health & Fitness

15 Reasons to Go to the Wiggle Waggle Walk

Since the very first Wiggle Waggle Walk 15 years ago, more than $2 million has been raised to help provide safe shelter, quality food and veterinary care for homeless animals in Arcadia, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena. 

Since it’s our 15th year doing the Walk, here are 15 reasons to participate:

15. Get a head start on dressing up your pets for Halloween by entering your pooch in two contests:

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  • The Pet Fashion Show
  • Dog and Owner Look-Alike Contest

14. It's great exercise for you and your pets!

13. Earn awesome prizes as a "Thank You" for raising money  – Everything from an official 2013 Wiggle Waggle Walk t-shirt to an overnight stay at a pet-friendly B&B in Santa Barbara! Visit here for all of the great incentives we have: http://buff.ly/18CKLne 

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12. Not only is the Walk a fundraiser, it’s a friend raiser too. Meet fellow animal lovers and make new friends!

11. Teams get free photos to capture the special day.

10. After working up a sweat, you can enjoy yummy treats from :

  • Simply Delicious Kettle Corn*
  • Choctal*
  • Tortas 2 Die 4*
  • DeAno’s Deli*
  • Slammin Sliders*
  • Crave On*

* vegetarian options available

9. You get to see the community rally together! There will be plenty of vendors, free samples and demonstrations from the Pasadena and Glendale K-9 Units, and much more!

8. Enjoy the day with host/emcee Adrianne Curry

7. Get your dog microchipped and/or licensed at the same time! (Dog licensing available to residents who live in Arcadia, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena)

6. Meet Brigitte and Kuma, canine celebrities from ABC’s “Modern Family” and Disney Channel’s “Dog with a Blog”

5. Gain V.I.P. status if you raise more than $1,000. Get expedited registration, enjoy refreshments at the V.I.P. tent and a red carpet photo opportunity with your pets. 

4. Be a part of PHS’ legacy by signing the “Dedication Door” that will be installed in the new Animal Care Center opening later this year!

3. Your dog gets to party like a rock star!

2. Enjoy the day at the park with your entire family.

1. Help save animals' lives!

Hope to see you  Sunday, September 29 at Brookside Park. Visit www.WiggleWaggleWalk.org  for more information!

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