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Spring Hills Mount Vernon Welcomes Animal Lovers and their Pets at PAWFEST, October 18th from 10 - 11:30 p.m.

Pets are the stars of PAWFEST, the Family-Friendly event at Pet-Friendly Spring Hills Mount Vernon Assisted Living

PAWFEST, a family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. at Spring Hills Mount Vernon Assisted Living. Located at 3709 Shannons Green Way in Alexandria, Virginia, PAWFEST is a celebration for pets and their owners. Neighbors are welcome to participate and join in the festivities that include a K-9 demonstration from the Alexandria police in the morning and pet care information and pet therapy with Daisy in the afternoon. Donations of dog food would be appreciated and will be given to local animal shelters.

The perfect host for this family-oriented festivity, Spring Hills Mount Vernon has a vibrant pet policy and encourages residents to move in with their small pets. In fact, their slogan is PAW … “Pets are Welcome”. We are delighted to share the fun of PAWFEST with the community,” said Executive Director Tahir Majeed. “Pets make a positive difference in someone’s life, and we encourage our residents to move in with their own pets because of this.”

Guests are welcome to bring their own animals on leashes for the day including a pet photo booth in the afternoon where costumes will be available. There are snacks for everyone – treats for pets and refreshments for humans!

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Spring Hills Mount Vernon provides premier assisted living and memory care with the finest amenities in the Northern Virginia/Washington, DC area and is located at 3709 Shannons Green Way in Alexandria, VA, 22309. For additional information visit www.springhillsmountvernon.com or call 703-650-0779.

All Spring Hills Senior Communities offer a distinctive and innovative approach to luxury senior living and Home Care Services. Signature Touches is the company’s approach to offering services that are designed to meet the needs and preferences of residents and clients. Personal choice is top priority, which is exemplified by recreational programs led by professionals in one of the company’s eight communities located in NJ, VA, OH and FL or in their own home. For more information about their commitment to senior living, including information on Spring Hills Home Care Services, visit www.spring-hills.com.

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