Summary: The Lucas County Dog Warden is hosting a unique event called "Back to Drool" on Saturday, offering free "back-to-school" portraits for dogs and their owners. The event aims to create a fun and welcoming environment, showcasing the dog warden's office as a community resource. Additionally, dogs adopted during the event will receive special gifts and a free four-week training class. The event also highlights the ongoing need for dog adoptions, with many lovely dogs looking for new homes.
The Lucas County Dog Warden is excited to announce "Back to Drool," a special event for dogs and their owners, taking place this Saturday at 410 S. Erie St. in Toledo. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., attendees can enjoy free "back-to-school" portraits of their furry friends.
Julie Lyle, the Dog Warden, emphasizes the importance of creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere. "We want to be a place where people can come and have fun, and see that this is not a scary place to visit," she said. "We are a resource for more than just when you lose your dog."
Leading up to the event, all dogs adopted this week will receive a complimentary four-week training class at the dog warden's offices. Additionally, dogs adopted on Saturday will receive a pack of "back-to-school" supplies, making the adoption experience even more special.
Dog owners who bring their current pets for portraits might find themselves falling in love with another dog looking for a home. "As always, we have many lovely dogs looking for homes," Ms. Lyle mentioned. The list of adoptable dogs includes about 35 canines, with more being evaluated and added to the list before Saturday.
The pound recently participated in the Mega-Adoption event sponsored by the Toledo Area Humane Society, successfully adopting out 29 dogs to new homes. This collaborative effort has also led to several dogs being transferred to partner organizations for adoption.
For the first six months of the year, the pound adopted out 315 dogs, a significant increase from the 236 dogs adopted during the same period in 2011—a 33% rise (source).
For more details about the "Back to Drool" event, please call 419-213-2800.
By participating in events like "Back to Drool," communities can help increase adoption rates and reduce the number of dogs in shelters.
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