Lose A Pound Memory Walk – Have You Registered?

Grab your leash and sneakers and join us for a day of fun, food and games with your two-legged and four-legged family and friends at Heaven Can Wait’s 12^th Annual Lose A Pound Memory Walk. 

                          When: Sunday October 21, 2012 – Registration: 9a.m.- Walk Begins: 10a.m.

                          Where: W. Wayne Bunker Family Park (Alexander and Tenaya)

What: A fun one-mile walk with your pup plus contests, BBQ, pet psychic, paw prints, pet vendors, music and more!

Event Pricing: Individual Registration $30.00 – Family Pack or Group Registration (4 people) $50.00

(1 LAP t-shirt & 1 goodie bag per Individual Registration, 4 LAP t-shirts and 2 goodie bags per Family or Group Registration)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

CAN’T ATTEND – SUPPORT LOSE A POUND BY BUYING A MEMORY COLLAR  – CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Lose A Pound With Your Hound Memory Walk – October 23, 2011

Written by volunteer Lucy Bobeck

Heaven Can Wait Animal Society’s (HCWS) 11th Annual “Lose A Pound With Your Hound” Memory Walk was held on a very sunny Sunday.

Wayne Bunker Family Park in North Las Vegas was bustling with vendors’ stalls and dogs being spoiled in the best way, as caring guardians took their hounds to lose a pound.

Elvis made an appearance to sing ‘Hound Dog’ to all the furry friends assembled by the stage. It’s hard to upstage Elvis, but beloved HCWS President, Harold Vosko thanked all the walkers bringing their dogs and one pig

Lose a pound has a fun atmosphere, but Harold reminded the crowd that the Memory Walk honors the 30,000+ lost and abandoned animals that are euthanized every year in the Las Vegas valley. The symbolic paper “collars” lining the dog walk represent each animal euthanized. Dog walkers, such as Leann from Coronado High School’s Animal Advocates come to support HCWS as it is a local charity that supports preventative action via HCWS’ spay and neuter clinic.

World-famous impressionist, Rich Little turned everyone’s thoughts to the goal that Las Vegas dogs and cats have a bright future. Mr. Little took to the stage and said he had a little donation – $100,000!

You can also make a difference for homeless dogs and cats in Las Vegas with a small donation.

Heaven Can Wait Animal Society’s dog walk is a mile of rest stops for snacks and games of skill such as the “poop toss”. Back at the vendor market; food, music, paw painting, pet psychic and paw reading were available reminding us how much fun responsible pet ownership is.

Rachel was in her red riding hood costume with her German Shepherd dog dressed as a wolf hoping to win a top prize in the pet costume contest – one of many contests for all to enjoy. Dog walker Cynthia Lindell with her dogs, Sparky and Bruce said “keep it local!”

Heaven Can Wait Animal Society: www.hcws.org

Vendor isle.

 

Costume contest.

Misfits - Winning community team.

Impressionist Rich Little Will Make Donation At Lose A Pound Walk

Rich Little and Marie. The celebrity impressionist will donate $100,000 to HCWS at Lose A Pound Memory Walk.

Celebrity impressionist Rich Little joins Heaven Can Wait Animal Society to pay tribute to the more than 30,000 shelter animals that were euthanized in 2010 with the “Lose A Pound With Your Hound” Memory Walk on Sunday, October 23 located at Bunker Family Park. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 10 a.m.

Little will be at the event to showcase his support as well as to donate $100,000 to the organization that brings awareness to the devastating amount of cats and dogs that are euthanized each year.

With his commitment to the animal community, Rich Little will join families and their furry friends in the festivities of the day including paw painting, food, music, mobile dog grooming and much more. Pet owners can also “Buy A Collar For A Dollar” to be a part of the chain of collars that will be displayed during the walk to represent the thousands of animals that have been lost due to euthanization.

Pre-registration for the walk is $25 and it is $30 the day of the walk. A family four pack is offered at $40 while children under the age of five are free. To register online or to start a team visit hcws.org.

About Rich Little

Infamous for his skewing of political figures, Little has charmed, amused, annoyed and lampooned politicians from here to his native Canada. He entertained at both of Reagan’s presidential inaugurations and has toured the U.S. with his show “The Presidents.” A master mimic of more than 200 voices, Little continues to impress throughout the world, with regular stops in Atlantic City, Reno, Hawaii, Chicago, New York, Canada and London.

Throughout the course of his career, Little has had his own TV show on NBC, appeared on variety shows such as “Ed Sullivan” and “Laugh In,” hosted “The Tonight Show” 12 times, among numerous other appearances. He also was named “Comedy Star of the Year” by the American Guild of Variety Artists, released nine comedy albums and three HBO comedy specials, as well as the Emmy-award winning special “Rich Little’s Christmas Carol” where he was a variety of the well-known characters, only as other famous characters – W.C. Fields as Scrooge, Humphrey Bogart as one of the ghosts, etc. For more information on Rich Little, please visit http://www.RichLittle.comor follow him on Twitter @TheRichLittle.

Lose a Pound with Your Hound – A Howling Success!

By Carol Lisowski, HCWS Volunteer 

From the tiniest Chihuahuas to Old English Sheepdogs, they came from all parts of the city to walk with their families in Heaven Can Wait’s 10^th Annual Lose a Pound With Your Hound Memory Walk at Bunker Family Park on Sunday, October 17^th. The day couldn’t have more perfect with the cooler weather, festive atmosphere, and dogs and puppies everywhere you looked. 

There was something for everyone…from the Memory Walk to contests, prizes, games, paw painting, psychic pet and paw reading, photo booth with instant photos of owners with their dogs, vendor bazaars, mobile dog grooming, obstacle course demonstrations, music (dog-themed, of course – “Who Let the Dogs Out” and “Chase the Cat”) and much, much more.  Even Elvis made an appearance, and after performing for the crowd, participated in judging and handing out awards to the winners of the various contests.

The walk itself began around the retention basin and then back to the park walkways, which were lined with the symbolic collars representing over 30,000 animals that are euthanized in our community each year. The majority of the walkers were first-timers to this walk or were on their 2^nd or 3^rd year, but they all said they would be back next year.

It was a general consensus from all of the humans that this was a hugely successful event for Heaven Can Wait Animal Society, and a barking good time was had by all.

 

Last Week to Save $5 on Early Registration!

There’s Still Time to Register for LAP Memory Walk

The HCWS 10th Annual Lose A Pound with Your Hound Memory Walk is only days away.  On Sunday October 17, animal lovers from all over the Las Vegas valley will be at Bunker Family Park to enjoy a fun-filled time with family, friends and of course their best four-legged dog buddies.

The LAP Memory Walk will feature games, contests, entertainment, treats for your pup, BBQ food, plus a mile-long walk for you and your favorite canine.

Symbolic “collars” representing the 30,000 animals euthanized in Las Vegas animal shelters every year will line the path of the walk.  The senseless killing of these precious animals is the reason HCWS began the annual walk.  It is our goal to stop pet overpopulation in Las Vegas.

Registration for LAP is quick and easy.  It can be completed on our website at: www.hcws.org or in person at Bunker Park on October 17 at 9 a.m.  There is a $5.00 discount when you register online by 8p.m. on October 15.

Early registration is $25 for individuals.  A goody bag and t-shirt comes with your registration.  There is also an early bird Family Pack registration for 2 adults and 2 kids for $40.  It includes 2 t-shirts and a goody bag.

Proceeds from the walk help HCWS continue to save the lives of homeless pets, adopt more than 1,000 cats and dogs annually, fund our low-cost spay and neuter clinic and promote responsible pet ownership.

HEAVEN CAN WAIT ANIMAL SOCIETY – LOSE A POUND WITH YOUR HOUND MEMORY WALK

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2010 – BUNKER FAMILY PARK  (N.Tenaya and W. Alexander)

REGISTRATION:  9A.M. – WALK: 10A.M.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Individuals and Teams Wanted For LAP Memory Walk

Team Quest at the 2009 LAP event!

The HCWS 10th Annual Lose A Pound with Your Hound Memory Walk is only a few weeks away.   Our easy online registration makes it simple for you to start a Team of walkers or sign up individually.

The 10th Annual Memory Walk will feature games, prizes, treats for your pup, entertainment, food, plus a mile-long walk for you and your favorite canine.  Symbolic “collars” representing the 30,000 animals euthanized in Las Vegas every year will line the path of the walk.

This year Teams are encouraged to register.  You can put together a team of co-workers, relatives, dog park pals or even sign up for a virtual team.

Teams can register by clicking here and then becoming a “New Fundraiser.”

Teams compete against each other for prizes and a tally of donations collected is recorded online so you see how your team stacks up.

Registering as a team is a great way for you, your friends and their dogs to spend a fun day at the park and help HCWS save homeless animals.

Proceeds from the walk help HCWS continue promoting responsible pet ownership, adopt out more than 1,000 cats and dogs annually and fund our low-cost spay and neuter clinic.

HEAVEN CAN WAIT ANIMAL SOCIETY – LOSE A POUND WITH YOUR HOUND MEMORY WALK

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2010 – BUNKER FAMILY PARK

REGISTRATION: 9A.M. – WALK: 10A.M.

Registration for LAP is now Live!

Heaven Can Wait Animal Society’s 10th Annual Lose A Pound with Your Hound Memory Walk

Sunday, October 17, 2009 • Bunker Family Park

Registration: 9am • Walk: 10am

High-tail it with your best friend to our 10th Annual Memory Walk featuring games, prizes, treats and a mile long walk lined with symbolic “collars” representing the 30,000 animals put to sleep every year in Las Vegas.

By joining us as a participate, Heaven Can Wait Society can continue promoting, responsible pet ownership, adopt out over 1,000 dogs and cats annually and fund our new low cost/no cost, state-of-the-art spay and neuter clinic.

****EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS AT 8PM, OCTOBER 15, 2010****

If you would like to start a team visit our Team Site and get even more involved! See you there!

Early Lose A Pound Registration at Whole Foods this Weekend!

We are ready for Heaven Can Wait Animal Society’s 10th Annual Lose A Pound with your Hound Memory Walk and we hope you are too! That’s why are we are doing an extra special early registration event at Whole Foods Market Fort Apache on Charleston and Fort Apache this Saturday from 10am to 2pm!

Come down and be the first to register for the walk (even before you can register online) and Whole Foods Market will donate a Feed 100 Canvas Bag to the first 25 people who register for the walk! That is a $20 value! Whole Foods is also launching a special $1 Taco event this Saturday so come register for LAP and grab some tacos for the family!

Whole Foods Market, Fort Apache
8855 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
702.254.8655

Saturday, September 4th • 10am – 2pm

See you there!

Time to Gear Up for Lose a Pound with Your Hound!

Lose A Pound with Your Hound
Sunday, October 17, 2010

We are gearing up for our annual Lose A Pound with Your Hound and we need your help! Want to be a vendor or a sponsor for this great event? Now is the time to call us so we can get your logo and information on all of our advertising! This is a great spot to target animals lovers and families.

For Vendor and Sponsorship information, email: valerie@hcws.org

Buy A Collar for A Dollar

We are also looking for volunteers and retail stores to participate in our “Collar For A Dollar” fundraiser. Over 30,000 shelter animals were euthanized in 2009 and this fundraiser helps us honor those that were lost but also helps fund HCWS humane education and rehabilitation efforts. Every dollar sold will help save the lives of many Las Vegas cats and dogs. The “Chain of Collars” will be displayed on October 17, 2010 at the “Lose a Pound with your Hound” Memory Walk.

If you are interested in selling these collars at your place of business or to family and friends, please contact us at: valerie@hcws.org

You can also purchase collars online by clicking here.

THANK YOU!

Lose A Pound With Your Hound Memory Walk was a roaring success! The weather was wonderful and we had  an amazing turnout. We are so thankful to have such wonderful supporters. Thank you to everyone that helped make this event so successful We can’t wait to do it again next year!

We would like to especially thank Shutterbooth for bringing such a fun booth for us all to play in! You can see the photos from the event here. And a big thanks to You Dirty Dog Mobile Pet Spa for providing complimentary baths during the walk. Thank you to all of our amazing vendors we hope you come back again next year! A big thanks to the tireless efforts of our dedicated volunteers. Without them this event wouldn’t be possible.

Now let’s get to the fun part – THE PHOTOS! Big thanks to Steve from SBell Photography for documenting the entire day for us.