Support the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides

• Posted on 25 May 2019
• By Maggy's Pet Boutique
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The Paulmacs / Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is happening on Sunday, May 26 at the Jordan Lions Club in the Town of Lincoln.

Come out for a walk in support of a great cause: The Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides.

The event is tomorrow and the weather forecast is looking really good. We are looking forward to supporting the event and hope to see you and your dog(s) there!

This is a national walk in support of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. It is happening here in the Town of Lincoln on Sunday, May 26 at the Jordan Lion’s Club. The Pet Valu / Paulmacs chain supports the event and there are 300 walks nationally!

When: Sunday, May 26
Time: sign in at 12:00pm, Walk starts at 1:00pm
Where: Jordan Lions Park, 2793 4th Avenue, Lincoln ON, L0R 1S0
Cost: free! Fundraising is encouraged and donations are gratefully accepted.

Facts about the Paulmacs / Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides:

“Support from the Walk goes toward training and matching life-changing Dog Guides with Canadians who receive them at no cost, which is only possible thanks in large part to the funds raised through this annual event. The Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides takes place in approximately 300 communities across the country, in every province, and is open to all ages and abilities. This family-friendly event encourage participants to bring their pet dogs, though you don’t need one to take part.” https://www.walkfordogguides.com/take_part/faqs.cfm

Did you know that Lions Foundation of Canada provides dog guides to Canadians with medical or physical disabilities? The program started in the early 1980’s for people with visual impairments and has grown to support a wide range of programs including “Hearing, Service, Seizure Response, Autism Assistance, Diabetic Alert and newly introduced, Support Dog Guides.” https://www.dogguides.com/about.html