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Celebrate Remember Bark Back Sunday September 20

1st Bark For Life Calabasas event at the Los Angeles Pet Memorial Park

                                     Dog lovers will bring out their furry friends this weekend in Calabasas, CA to honor cancer survivors, pay tribute to loved ones lost and remember those who are still fighting. The American Cancer Society’s Bark For Life event is a 1 mile noncompetitive walk for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.

                                    WHO: Dogs large and small, from Great Dane guard dogs to little Chihuahuas lap dogs, dog owners, volunteers, families, individuals, teams, and the American Cancer Society.

                                    WHAT: The American Cancer Society’s Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk for dogs and their owners to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Even though walking might be your canine companion’s favorite thing to do, Bark For Life participants will also enjoy contests, games and demonstrations.

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Special Guest and Grand Marshal New York Times Best Selling Author and cancer survivor Teresa Rhyne and Canine Grand Marshal 2x cancer survivor a very colorful poodle Fire will be kicking off the opening ceremonies with a Blessing of the Animals. Cancer Survivors will lead the walk as we Celebrate their victory and Remember loved ones as we walk through the park. Bark Back after the walk and stay for the afternoon walking through Bark Avenue to visit Vendor and Sponsor booths as you play Bark Bingo, K9 Club will host games and contests, stop by the Silent Auction and Raffle booth. All Animals Veterinary Hospital and vet of the day Dr. Attila Molnar will offer a refreshing station for the canines. Other sponsor booths The Anza Hotel which is the official Hotel of the Calabasas Bark For Life, Just Food For Dogs, Camp Bow Wow Agoura Hills, Sports Motion Physical Therapy, Merial, Banfield Pet Hospital, Dioji K9 Resort and Athletic Club. and Resort.

                                     WHERE: Los Angeles Pet Memorial Park 5068 Old Scandia Lane Calabasas, CA 91302 The Los Angeles Pet Memorial park was founded in 1928 by Dr. Jones. There are over 50,000 beloved animal companions in the park. Los Angeles Pet Memorial Park is truly unique, because it belongs to each and every one of us. It is a place where memories live forever.

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                                     WHEN: Sunday September 20, 2015 Registration 10:30am, Opening Ceremonies 11am HOW: For more information about Bark For Life Calabasas, visit: www.relayforlife.org/barkcalabasasca

REGISTRATION: $20.00 for 1 Dog, $25.00 for 2 Dogs every registered dog receives a bark Bandana, Dog Tag and Swag Bag. The Goal is to have each dog Fundraise $100.00. Suggested Donation of $15.00 for non-dog walker.

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