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Canines steal the show in Weirton

WEIRTON — Another successful Bark in the Park is in the books.

The Hancock County Animal Shelter Foundation held the bi-annual fundraiser Saturday at Get Togethers Picnic Grounds located on Kings Creek Road.

“We are just so thankful for the community that continues to support us and our mission to care for animals humanely and without euthanasia,” Foundation President Tom Goff said. “We have an excellent turnout.”

The event featured a variety of activities for those attending and their canine companions, from pet photography to “painting with pooches” to several pet contests, including best costume, best trick and shelter alumni, with trophies for the winners.

Activities also included a K-9 demonstration by Hancock County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Eric Cline and Odin, doggy yoga, a rabies shot clinic, a blessing of the pets and a free gourmet doggie treat stand. Pet Supplies Plus and several vendors featuring both dog-specific and other merchandise set up during the event.

“I would like to thank all of our wonderful volunteers and the tens of thousands of people supporting us,” Goff said. “This is a wonderful event that we love to put on. It’s a lot of work, but it’s very worth it.”

The foundation will hold the third-annual Paws for Our Cause 5K walk/run at 9 a.m. Oct. 15 at Quick Fit Gym located at 3520 Pennsylvania Ave. Check-in and same-day signup begins at 7:45 a.m. The run/walk opens and ends at Quick Fit, and an awards ceremony will follow the walk.

Pre-register at hcasf.org/run.html by Friday and receive a free T-shirt.

The cost is $25 until Friday and $30 thereafter and the day of the race. There will be awards for first, second and third place finishers in age-appropriate categories for both male and female participants.

For information, contact Christine Sabatasse at (304) 723-8747.

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