Messenger pictures by Dedra Cordle
On Sept. 10, a whole lot of people from throughout the westside and southwest communities got here out for a day of enjoyable with their canines, cats, horses, rats, and even tortoises for the inaugural animal celebration referred to as Wags and Whiskers. Presented by the Westgate Neighbors Association and sponsored by BrewDog Franklinton and Schoedinger Pets, the four-hour lengthy fiesta held on the West Gate Lodge on West Broad Street featured artisan cubicles for human buying, crafts for youngsters, and the showcasing of among the most lovable animals within the space – a number of of whom are nonetheless searching for their ceaselessly houses. Organizer Mari Ann Binder-Futty mentioned the neighborhood group was not sure how many individuals would present up for the primary Wags and Whiskers however was “delighted” by the upper than anticipated turnout. “This community loves their animals and we are so delighted that so many were able to come out and celebrate their furry, or not so furry, loved ones,” she mentioned. Binder-Futty mentioned they hope Wags and Whiskers, an occasion that additionally serves as a fundraiser for native animal shelters and rescue teams, can be larger and higher subsequent yr. Pictured right here, Westgate Wags and Whiskers committee member Gabbi Atwell Raymond takes a fast break from the motion with finest pal Ollie, 5.
Azule, a Fancy rat from the westside, checks out the animal get together beneath the supervision of her human, Layla Cotton, 9.
Mycroft, a 9-year-old English Bulldog, was all smiles on the occasion.
Westgate resident Omar Roth permits his kitten, Bug to lick a little bit of whipped cream off his fingers.
Abby, a 3-year-old pitbull combine, munches on her new bone.
Lucy, a 2-year-old “mostly poodle,” will get excited by the water characteristic.
Bri Varney and her beloved horse, Bubba wowed the gang with their abilities. Varney, a freshman at West High School, has competed in a lot of equine occasions throughout the state and all through the nation.
Sophia’s Grace Foundation volunteer Lynn Vandeweghe can’t assist however watch in amusement as her particular wants foster canine Marley reveals off his cuteness to the digital camera. The Columbus resident joked that the 10-year-old chihuahua combine, who has a coronary heart murmur and a deformed paw, is “more baby than dog.” Sophia’s Grace Foundation was one among 4 animal rescue organizations in attendance at Wags and Whiskers. Others included Colony Cats (and Dogs), For the Love of Jane, and the Humane Society of Madison County. A majority of the proceeds from the occasion went towards these native animal rescue organizations. For extra data on the animals searching for their ceaselessly home, go to their web sites at sophiasgracefoundation.org; colonycats.org; fortheloveofjanerescue.com; and hsmcohio.org.
Kat the Dog Groomer with Luxury Pawz Mobile Pet Spa, provides consolation and kisses to Ruby Rose as she trims her nails.
An look by native tortoise Saul added to the thrill of the day.
Alison Cho (left), Anakin, and Antonia Tribuzzo (proper) collect for a photograph in the course of the festivities. Cho mentioned that Anakin is a 5-month-old cuddler who’s searching for his ceaselessly home by means of the For the Love of Jane rescue organization.
Georgia artist Peggy McFarland created this Rainbow Bridge art work for Wags and Whiskers. It can be featured on the annual occasion for people to submit the names of their beloved pets who’ve handed. McFarland additionally created a smaller, 3-D barn quilt impressed Rainbow Bridge art work for the Red Rover Rrrraffle.






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