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The Daily OrangeMonday for Mutts' encourages pet owners to spend the day outside with their canine pals
By Candace Tracy
Posted: 4/10/08, 10:48 PM EST Section: News
Response to the event has been positive thus far, with approximately 50 participants
registered as of Wednesday. The goal is to make "Monday for Mutts" an annual event,
Langford said.
"People are very excited," Wrigley said. "I was surprised by how many people off-campus have dogs."
The aim is to motivate everyone to get involved and start exercising, not just dog owners, according to the press release.
"What's going to happen is, if the owners are OK with it, students can walk another
person's dog," said Ari Lipsky, a student in PRL 206 and member of the "Monday for Mutts" team.
To ensure the safety of humans and canines, all dogs must be leashed, up to date on vaccinations and remain within the parameters of the event space, which will be marked by chalk paw prints. With every lap, dogs and walkers are eligible for prizes like leashes, sweaters, collars, bowls and gift certificates, Wrigley said.
Milkbones will also be available at the finish line for the hungry participants, though
walkers can opt for healthy, people-friendly snacks if they prefer.
cktracy@syr.edu
registered as of Wednesday. The goal is to make "Monday for Mutts" an annual event,
Langford said.
"People are very excited," Wrigley said. "I was surprised by how many people off-campus have dogs."
The aim is to motivate everyone to get involved and start exercising, not just dog owners, according to the press release.
"What's going to happen is, if the owners are OK with it, students can walk another
person's dog," said Ari Lipsky, a student in PRL 206 and member of the "Monday for Mutts" team.
To ensure the safety of humans and canines, all dogs must be leashed, up to date on vaccinations and remain within the parameters of the event space, which will be marked by chalk paw prints. With every lap, dogs and walkers are eligible for prizes like leashes, sweaters, collars, bowls and gift certificates, Wrigley said.
Milkbones will also be available at the finish line for the hungry participants, though
walkers can opt for healthy, people-friendly snacks if they prefer.
cktracy@syr.edu
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Teris
posted 4/11/08 @ 2:06 PM EST
This is a great idea to have a walking event for pets and Syracuse University staff to get the dogs and people outdoors, which promotes good health and community. (Continued…)
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