Bark for Life

The American Cancer Society Bark for Life is a fundraising event honoring the life-long contributions of our Canine Caregivers. These canine caregivers, along with their owners, are joining the American Cancer Society in celebrating cancer survivorship, to honor people and canines lost to cancer, and to fundraise in support of the American Cancer Society mission of eliminating cancer though research, education, advocacy and service. Canine companions demonstrate unconditional love, joy, security, compassion, and no judgments of cancer survivors’ abilities or appearances. The American Cancer Society Bark for Life is an irresistible way to partner with your canine best friend, smile, and make new friends – canine and human. The heart of the Bark for Life is the relationship between survivors and their canine companions. Every family, co-worker, friend, or community member who has been close to a cancer experience and has a dog in their life, is invited to support the American Cancer Society by registering and participating in the Bark for Life. There are many survivors who do not have family or friends but have canine caregivers. They may know about Relay but are not comfortable attending. The Bark for Life gives these cancer survivors a chance to participate and be empowered in the fight against cancer. What can you expect at Bark for Life? Families and their dogs come together for a few hours during the day and complete a walk to honor the care giving qualities of their canine “Best Friends” and cancer survivors. You will also find: • Doggie games • Top dog & dress up contests • Team and community fundraising • Music and Food • Special dog guest demonstrations by groups such as: therapy, police or rescue dogs • Plus so much more! What if you don’t have a dog in your life? You are still invited to come! We all know someone who has been affected by cancer, and we invite you to walk in their honor or memory. We are pleased to announce our partnership with the Laurel Jones County Animal Rescue League. They will be bringing along several of their adoptable dogs with them! All of these dogs would love to walk alongside you as you celebrate your loved one affected by cancer. Plus, you are helping to socialize and exercise them at the same time. We will be accepting donations of dog food and cleaning supplies for the Laurel Jones County Animal Rescue League the day of Bark for Life.