DogFest Walk 'n Roll Tops $41,000 for Canine Companions for Independence

Despite a wet day at Marjorie Post Park, supporters enjoyed pet friendly family activities, including, food, raffles, games, costume contest and canine agility course. The event was a fundraiser sponsored by the Canine Companions for Independence Long Island Volunteer Chapter, and emceed by special guest Jay Fiedler, former NFL Quarterback, and Long Island native. Canine Companions Northeast Region Executive Director Debra Dougherty says fundraisers like DogFest allow Canine Companions to continue providing highly trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities (including veterans) at no cost. For more information on DogFest Walk ‘n Roll, visit: dogfestlongisland@cci.org

Canine Companions for Independence is the largest non-profit provider of trained assistance dogs with five regional training centers across the country. Established in 1975, Canine Companions provides highly trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities and is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs, and quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. There is no charge for the dog, its training and on-going follow-up services. For more information, visit cci.org or call 1-800-572-BARK.