Press Release
Dogs Bark…Dogs Fetch…Dogs Die of Cancer!
Save the Date: It’s the Inaugural Walk for Pink Paws for Life
Philadelphia, PA (August 16, 2009) Pet cancer is a top priority for Pink Paws for Life; a 501(c) charitable organization. For this reason, Pink Paws for Life has selected MLK Drive in Philadelphia to be the destination of the Inaugural Walk to raise funds for the purpose of pet cancer research, treatment, education and prevention. In a major announcement made this week, the founders and University of California-Davis Veterinary Hospital has joined forces and outlined its plans to change the lives of pets that suffer from cancers.
With one in four dogs and one in eight cats, likely to develop tumors in their lifetime, the work of the University of California-Davis Veterinary Hospital is seen as vital. “I was shocked to learn that this year alone more than 1.4 million animals will be diagnosed with cancer and only 25 percent of those are expected to survive. In this age of information and technology, it is my opinion that a 25 percent survival rate is unacceptable! I’m optimistic that through research and education, a cure will be discovered,” says Hogan. Linda Hogan is a Reality TV Star, Dog Lover and National Spokesperson for Pink Paws for Life.
But on Sunday, August 16th 2009 you’ll have an invitation to get involved and fight against pet cancers. After loosing pets to cancer, the concept was born in the mind of the founders with four major programs: Pink Paws for Life Walk, Educational Scholarship, Pretty in Pink Celebrity Charitable Gala, and Community Forums with leading physicians to discuss recent technological advancement for pet cancer research in areas where operable. The founders plan to host four walks in four major metropolitan cities (Philadelphia, Miami, Los Angeles, and New York) to bring awareness to issues that plague pet lovers and seek opportunities for the furthering of research. They wanted to give back to a community that often cannot speak for themselves; “Because they’re Our Best Friends.” This year’s theme is “Dogs Bark… Dogs Fetch… Dogs Die of Cancer” and the founders have been working diligently to secure that inaugural the five mile non-competitive event will be successful.
As part of the inaugural walk in Philadelphia with an estimation of 1,000 attendees, Pink Paws for Life will have promotional give-a-ways, DJ’s, and special invited celebrities as well as radio personalities. Overall, each walk in each city where operable is expected to have at least 3000 – 5000 attendees. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the University of California-Davis Veterinary Hospital with the purpose to support the Comparative Cancer Center at the UC Davis Center for Companion Animal Health. The inaugural walk is to be held rain or shine on MLK Drive in Fairmount Park on August 16th at 9:00 AM in Philadelphia, PA and those that wish to participate in the walk or volunteer can register by going to www.pinkpawsforlife.org.
“If Pink Paws for Life fundraising activities are successful, then next year can mean even more support for pets, owners and veterinary physicians,” says Nicholas King (Founder of Pink Paws for Life).
Support the fight against Pet Cancer today by visiting www.pinkpawsforlife.org.
David Hessekiel June 25th, 2009 at 3:09 am
I’d like to interview someone about your group and walk series for the Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council newsletter. I can be reached at the email above or by phone at (914) 921-3914