It's the best day in Thornton Park and it's a very very good cause! Mark your calendar: Dog washing, Puppy Portraits, Gifts and giveaways, BIG raffle prize, Photo contest.
Why Harbor House? 48% of domestic violence survivors delay leaving an abusive relationship because they do not have a safe place for their pets. Why would you ask her to leave either of her babies behind? There is a growing public awareness of the direct relationship between domestic violence and animal abuse. Each year, defenseless pets face the grim reality that they will be victims of domestic abuse. Research shows that individuals who abuse animals rarely stop there. Human victims-adults and children alike - often feel they have no choice but to remain in violent households in order to protect their pets.
Harbor House of Central Florida is partnering with Orange County Animal Services to build the first PAWS kennel that will house the pets of domestic violence survivors.
Please bring your four legged friends to Lambs Eat Ivy Salon on June 27th, 2010 between 9AM-5PM and help us raise money for this wonderful cause so more shelters will follow their lead and help keep everyone safe.