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This spring, have fun while benefitting furry friends

By: Roger Coryell
A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.
Photo by Pasadena Humane.

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Team DogTrekker is on a mission to support California animal welfare organizations. Each spring and fall, we showcase events benefitting rescues, shelters and adoption groups. These event newsletters see very high engagement, so we know that helping others truly matters to you.

This week, we’re spotlighting two incredible fundraisers: Napa Humane’s annual Pawsport, featuring 30+ wineries, restaurants and hotels, and Pasadena Humane’s Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run, which supports Southern California wildfire relief:

 

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