Humane Society dog walk

On Saturday, October 24, dog owners showed their support of the Humane Society of Wright County at the annual “Lap the Lake” dog walk around Lake Cornelia. Dozens of owners and their dogs—some of them adopted from the Humane Society—walked the 2.5 miles and then enjoyed both people treats and doggie treats as awards were given out for the oldest dog, youngest dog, and more.

Marcia Burt, the Humane Society member who chiefly organized the event, said the sponsored walk was one of their fundraisers that helps pay for medical attention and food for the animals under their care. It’s also an opportunity for people to meet and walk some of the dogs they have available for adoption. “We’ve had lots of them get talked up by people who’ve walked them,” Burt said, commenting that the walk would sometimes contribute to a pet finding a home.

Less than 20 volunteers regularly help operate the Humane Society of Wright County, including the members who house the dogs in Eagle Grove and Belmond. “Sometimes, when you don’t have a building, some people don’t think you exist,” Burt said. The Society is still active in adopting and helping animals, however. Somewhere between two and 12 animals are adopted each month, varying greatly by time of year.

For the full story, see the October 29 edition of the Monitor.