The Dumb Friends League’s 21st annual Furry Scurry dog and owner stroll saunters into Washington Park on May 3.
Wash Park again will be going to the dogs for the return of this much-loved Denver tradition that brings together thousands of pets and people all for one common goa l— to raise money for homeless animals in our community.
The Furry Scurry has grown into the single largest dog walk not only in Colorado, but in the entire country. More than 12,000 people and 5,000 four-legged friends are expected to attend.
“The Furry Scurry wouldn’t be what it is today without such compassionate local support,” said Bob Rohde, president and CEO of the Dumb Friends League. “To see so many people come together in celebration of the human-animal bond, and in support of homeless pets, is overwhelming and inspiring.”
In addition to completing the two-mile walk around Washington Park, Furry Scurry participants and their darling doggies can meet adoptable pets and enjoy refreshments, contests, demonstrations and shopping for pet-friendly goods and services from more than 150 vendors and sponsors.
The Dumb Friends League takes in an average of 55 homeless pets every day — more than 20,000 a year. Proceeds from Furry Scurry registration fees and donations help the League provide shelter, medical care, behavior training, foster care, love and compassion to thousands of homeless animals each year, as well as fund programs that serve both pets and people in our community.
Registration for the event is $50 per person and $25 for children 12 and younger, and includes a limited-edition Furry Scurry T-shirt. Individuals can register online in advance or on event day beginning at 7 a.m. Participants are encouraged to collect pledges from friends, family and co-workers to earn prizes.
The 2014 Furry Scurry is sponsored by Hill’s Science Diet, HomeAgain, Amica Insurance, Whole Foods Market, Heartgard Plus and Frontline Plus. For more information and to register, visit www.FurryScurry.org or call 303-751-5772, ext. 1378.
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