Pup Crawl to delight dog lovers

Pup Crawl to delight dog lovers while helping shelter animals
 
One of the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s favorite summertime activities is its annual Pup Crawl. Presented by Wagnolia’s, the 10^th annual event will be held from 4:30-10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, in downtown Stuart. Check-in and registration will take place at the promenade near Spritz City Bistro, 61 SW Osceola St.
 
Participants, who must be 21 years or older, and their pups will gain VIP access to six dog-friendly bars in downtown Stuart and receive one free drink at each stop along the way. The cost is $30 in advance or $40 the night of the event. This year’s theme is Heroes vs. Villains. There will be a costume contest, raffles and camaraderie among the strollers.
 
The participating restaurants are Duffy’s Sports Grill, Hudson’s on the River, Lush Lounge, Spritz City Bistro, Stack: Burgers & Bourbon, and Taco Shack Bar & Grill.
 
“This event is always a lot of fun for the participants as they stroll through downtown Stuart with their dogs, knowing they are raising money for a great cause,” said HSTC Communications Manager Sarah Fisher.
 
The event is dog-friendly but all dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash and the owner must make sure the dog is properly cared for at all times. Pet owners must be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion, aggressive behavior, overstimulation and other problematic areas as pet health and safety are essential. Pets will not be permitted indoors at any of the establishments so participants with dogs are encouraged to have a buddy system.
 
Additional support is generously provided by Camp Bow Wow and Paw-gistics. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Ashton Standish at 772-600-3216 or astandish@hstc1.org.
 
About the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast – The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC) is a no-kill animal welfare organization located at 4100 SW Leighton Farm Ave. in Palm City, FL. Since 1955, it has been the leading advocate for animal protection and well-being in the Martin County area. A 501(c)3 private, nonprofit organization, the HSTC is independent and locally operated and relies on donations to support its programs and services. Follow the HSTC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/humanesocietyTC and Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/hstc1. For more information, visit https://www.hstc1.org or call (772) 223-8822.