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13th Annual Paw Pounder and Pet Expo |
Johnson County’s premier outdoor pet-friendly event!
Humane Society of Johnson County’s 13th annual Paw Pounder is scheduled for June 11, 2011 at Franklin Community High School.11:00 – 3:00 Arrive with your dog or without a dog and register on June 11th any time between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Enjoy a leisurely walk along FCHS’s walking trail. Same day registration is available. Various demonstrations will be scheduled throughout the event. Come early so you don’t miss out! Bring a chair or a blanket and plan on spending the day with your best furry friend. Live music by The Snakehandlers and other local artists Enter the Frisbee contest and the Best Trick contest for a $2 donation for each contest. Prizes awarded for the winners of each contest. Remember to bring cash for purchases, ruffles (raffle), contests, and food! Credit cards will not be accepted at the event. Obtain pledges and win a prize. Each $25 raised in pledges you will receive one entry ticket to win fabulous prizes.
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$25.00/individual $35.00/family (limit 2 adults with or without children)
Online Registration has ended. Same day registrations are available on Saturday.
First 250 registrations receive a HSJC cooler and HSJC water bottle, plus a Mattie Dog from our Sponsor M&I Bank
Author Neil Markey will be signing his new book, WOOF! Books will be available to purchase. Neil has been writing for children, and creating award–winning advertising for over 25 years. WOOF! is his first collaboration with illustrator Pam Spremulli. His creativity, humor, and love of dogs, all come together in this charming look at what makes every dog special.
Patty Spitler and Louie will be on hand to visit and sign autographs. Patty is a host and contributor to Pet Pals TV. Patty worked for 23 years at WISH-TV in Indianapolis as an anchor and entertainment reporter. Patty’s Bernese Mountain Dog, Louie is a certified therapy dog.
Walk at your leisure around the 4k trail at the school. Have lunch on the patio or throw down a blanket while you watch demonstrations. Don’t forget to visit the various booths and vendors, and enjoy your day!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
11:00 Registration Begins – Pick up your stuffed Mattie Dog from the M&I Bank Booth
11:00 – 3:00 Agility Course Demonstration throughout the day – Scot Bartley Pawsitive Partners
11:00 – 2:45 Local Artist Line up:
Mike Brown – lead singer of Mojo Gumbo
Snakehandlers
Andra Faye
Will Stockwell
11:30 – 1:00 Autographs by Neil Markey author of his new book WOOF!
11:30 – 12:00 Best Trick Contest, prizes immediately following contest
12:00 – 1:00 Autographs by Patty Spitler and Louie from Pet Pals TV
12:15 – 1:00 Search & Rescue Demonstration by Lillian Hardy, Homeland Security
1:00– 130 Frisbee Contest, prizes awarded immediately following contest
2:00 – 2:30 Ottographs by Otto, HSJC Spokesdog
2:00 – 2:45 Search & Rescue Demonstration by Lillian Hardy, Homeland Security
2:00 – 3:00 Autographs by Patty Spilter and Louie
2:45 Ruffle drawing (raffle)
2:50 Pledge Prizes awarded
3:00 End of the event
The event runs even if it is raining cats and dogs.
Every dollar raised from the 13th Annual Paw Pounder helps HSJC save more homeless pets!
PAW POUNDER SPONSORS:
Lead Dog Sponsor – M & I Bank
K-9 Sponsors -
Academy Animal Hospital
Bargersville Veterinary Hospital
Bright Hope Dog Training & Daycare
Franklin Animal Clinic
Golden Post Kennel
KORN Country 100.3
Good Dog Sponsors:
Chambers Agency Framers Insurance
Freedom 95.9 FM
Funny Farm Petcare
Office Pride, Inc.
Pet Supplies “PLUS”
Whiteland Animal Clinic
Other Supporters:
Barx Boutique for Pets
Bradley Chevrolet
Imagination Station
Kira’s Cottage
McDonald’s Franklin I-65
Quiznos Franklin
Petro’s Culligan
Rush Graphics
Speck’s Pet Supply
