Bark for Life Coming to Gulfport

Come join the American Cancer Society in Gulfport’s first annual Bark for Life Event.

On January 21^st, dogs and their owners can come out to Gulfport Recreation Center field to help raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer. The event begins at 2pm with registration and a walk honoring survivors and concludes at 6pm with a doggy parade down Shore Blvd (so bring your pups dressed to impress!). This noncompetitive walk is a fundraising opportunity that honors the caregiving qualities of canine companions.

It is $10 to register and all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to help find cures, fight back against cancer and help the world celebrate more birthdays. There will be music, doggy giveaways and plenty of fun.

Canine Participants must be kept on a leash at all times (max. 6 feet), have proof of current canine vaccinations and be six months old or older. Only canines and their humans may participate and should respect each other’s space at the event.

Gulfport Recreation Center is located at 5730 Shore Boulevard South. For more information please contact Sandy Valentine at (727) 320-2069 or like us on Facebook at Bark For Life-Gulfport.

If you have a canine caregiver or survivor story that you would like to share, please E-mail it to Cherlene.Willis@patch.com for a chance to be highlighted on Gulfport Patch.