April 3, 2014
The Million Paws Walk – RSPCA Queensland’s largest fundraising event of the year – will be back and bigger than ever in 2014.
This year more than 17,000 people are expected to take part in the walk on Sunday, May 18, at 26 locations across Queensland.
The South Burnett Million Paws Walk will be held at Memorial Park in Kingaroy.
RSPCA Queensland is hoping to raise $250,000 for dogs in need through this year’s event.
Nearly 45,000 animals pass through the RSPCA’s Queensland Animal Care Centres every year, and more than 18,000 are dogs that have been surrendered, abandoned or seized by inspectors.
These dogs are not as fortunate as your much-loved family pet, the RSPCA says.
They often need to be desexed and vaccinated before they have the chance to find a new home.
The money raised through The Million Paws Walk enables these dogs to receive daily care and veterinary treatment, and then helps fund their rehoming programs.
This year RSPCA Queensland is encouraging Million Paws Walk participants to try to raise $150 each.
“Our annual operating costs are $39 million in Queensland, and we receive less than 1 per cent of that figure in government funding. So every cent raised helps,” RSPCA Qld spokesperson Michael Beatty said.
“When you join the Million Paws Walk you support a community of dog lovers, helping all abused dogs get the second chance they deserve, while enjoying a fun day out with your best friend.
“It’s cheaper and easier to register online before the day. And don’t forget, even if you can’t walk you can still fundraise!”
The major sponsor of this year’s event is Hill’s Pet Nutrition, the makers of Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet.
As the official nutritional partner of the RSPCA, Hill’s Pet Nutrition has provided Hill’s Science Diet to all shelter animals awaiting adoption since 1997.
2014 South Burnett Million Paws Walk
How to get involved:
More information? Phone Sally Charles on (07) 4162-5501 |
