Good weather Saturday allowed everyone to have a good time at the annual Bond County Humane Society Paws In the Park Event at Double J Doggie Play ‘N Stay in Greenville.
WGEL’s Jeff Leidel talked with Michelle Merrifield, vice president of fund raising for the society, about various things relating to the Bond County Humane Society.
She said they’re a small organization and don’t receive any federal funding or funds from larger humane societies. All of their money comes from fundraising events and the hopes to have additional ones in the future. Paws in the Park is their main fundraiser. Michelle said if cost is the only reason for a pet owner to surrender their animals, they will help feed and care for dogs. They also have a lot of free cat/dog food and other items they can provide to pet owners. She also noted the group is always in need of volunteers.
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The humane society is located on the south end of Elm Street in Greenville. The office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. The phone number is 664-4068.
Two contests were for best costumes and dog pie eating.
Ten dogs and owners were in the pet parade and were judged for costumes. First place went to Tammy and Kendra Finley and their dog Athena. The second place winner was Olivia Kissiar with Boots, third place, Lyla Tally with Belle; and fourth place, Tara and Raelynn Townzen with Potato.
In the dog pie eating contest, Brenda Miles’ dog Zook took first.
Willee, the dog of Corrine Detmer, was second followed by Nick Knebel and his dog, Austin; and fourth went to Yocelyn Liviapama and her dog Rocky.
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