Why do we walk?
Every year we dedicate our Walk to a special animal who represents the many animals that come to our shelter or that we rescue from cruelty situations. This year, meet Diva. Case #282284
In the summer of 2012, Diva made her first appearance at Animal Care & Control. She was dropped off in our outside depository after being found running loose. Her owners had moved away and given her to another couple a month before. Her tags traced back to the original owners making it hard to find out where she belonged. After transferring ownership to her new family she was reunited. Then in the winter of 2015 Diva was once again found running loose. Her owners had given her up yet again without transferring ownership. This time, her family didn't return for her. Diva was a sweet social girl and was ready to go into adoptions but she was having "accidents" inside. Concerned that it could be something more than a behavior problem, we sent her to Brown Mackie for testing where it was discovered that she had a bladder stone nearly 2" in diameter! With help from our "Angel Fund" we were able to have it removed.
After returning to FWACC, staff realized that Diva was acting abnormal after surgery. Further testing revealed that urine was leaking into her abdomen and an emergency surgery at NIVES (North East Indiana Veterinary Emergency Specialty Hospital) saved her life.
It's hard for us to understand how some dogs, like Diva, continue to get passed around from place to place. She will need to be on a special diet for the rest of her life and have regular testing for bladder stones...Diva has finally found her forever home with one of the loving, caring staff members at Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control.
Get a Pledge Sheet Now
Print a brochure and pledge sheet to begin gathering donations from friends, neighbors, co-workers and relatives to help make a difference. What's the Date?
September 18, 201611:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration
12:45 p.m. Run starts with Walk to immediately follow (roughly 1pm)
1:30 p.m. Prizes Announced
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Where Do We Walk?
Franke Park, Pavilion #1
3411 Sherman Boulevard
Fort Wayne, IN 46808
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Driving Directions
Contact
29th Annual Walk for Animals & Furry Scurry Fun Run
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control
jodi.hamilton@ci.ft-wayne.in.us
260-427-5508
Vendor Booths
Bring extra cash, products and raffle tickets will be available for purchase from vendor booths. Visit local pet-friendly businesses and see the services and products they provide.
We Remember Memorial
Honor a beloved pet by bringing a photo to place on our Memorial Board under the pavilion. This is a free feature to honor those we have lost but not forgotten.
Water Stations:
Bottled water will be provided for walkers.
Bowls of water for animals are provided at the pavilion and along the route by our friends at PetSupplies Plus, our home of Kitty City and Whisker Village
Food:
Snacks will be provided after the walk.
Sunday, September 18, 11:00 a.m. at Franke Park, Pavilion #1
A 1-mile walk or 2-mile fun run to end animal cruelty and neglect through education and outreach. Come with or without a dog. Come rain or come shine. Just come and have fun!
How to Participate:
Step 1: Everyone Registers and Everyone Collects Pledges:
Help us reach our goal of collecting $100 per person. The more you raise the better your chance will be for winning one of our Grand Prizes. Print a brochure and pledge sheet.
- $25.00 total registration fee per WALKER (includes per individual 4 person dog pack) - children under the age of 12 MAY walk for free (Free children will not receive a shirt) Kids t-shirt sizes are available with registration BUT - sizes must be PRE-ordered. Be sure to register size when you sign up.
- $35 total registration fee per RUNNER (includes Sport Tek Shirt - sizes must be PRE-ordered Be sure to register your size when you sign up!
- $120 Dog Pack (5-6 members)
- $160 Dog Pack (7-12 members)
- $260 Dog Pack (13 or more members)
Step 2: Pre-registration has been extended to September 11th!
- Pay Registration Fees ONLINE: After you complete the online form and submit, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with a link to pay online.
- You can pay for multiple people online, and list their names in the comments section of the payment form.
- You can also mail your registration form and check addressed to "City of Fort Wayne" or drop it off at the shelter - 3020 Hillegas (at the corner of Butler rd.) - Place Walk For Animals in the memo field - to reach us by September 6th.
Step 3: Come to the Walk on Sunday, September 18, 2016
- Turn in any additional pledges raised during check-in between 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. inside Pavilion #1, Franke Park (located behind the Ft. Wayne Children's Zoo). Checks are preferred to expedite the event. Shirt sizes may be limited. Be sure to "Register Now!" to guarantee your shirt size.
Prizes awarded for TOP three pledge earners
Go For The Gold:
Ask any business for a donation of $100 or more and we will thank them for their contribution to the cause. Ask your work if they will "match" your overall donation
Dog Pack Teams: $120 (5-6 persons), $160 (7-12 members) $260 (13 or more)
Any group of four or more people can be a Dog Pack. Organize friends, family, or a group of co-workers. Name your Pack and take on the spirit of the day, raising money to prevent animal neglect and suffering. Dog Packs will be positioned at the front of the Walk and are invited to double the fun by carrying a banner or wearing shirts or hats that promote their Pack's efforts.
- Must pre-register by September 6th and turn in the required donation (per pack).
- Check in as a "Pack" with any additional pledges to receive a shirt and qualify for prize packages.
- You will receive a gift bag and a group photo emailed to the pack leader / pack contact.
