MORE PHOTOS: Strong Dogs Day at Somerset Hills YMCA
Hundreds of people and pups participate in doggy-related activities, learn about pets and find out about canine-related services.
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Jennifer Harris, a volunteer with the Friends of Wayne Animal Rescue Group, one of the exhibitors at the Somerset Hills YMCA's Strong Dogs Day in 2012. With her is "Professor," a pit bull mix, a rescued pet that she made her own. The third annual event is a fundraiser for the YMCA's Strong Kids programs to supplement services for those in the community who might not otherwise be able to afford programs.
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The Somerset Hills YMCA's Strong Dogs Day went off without a hitch on Saturday outdoors at the Y's main Basking Ridge facility at 140 Mount Airy Road, even with a wide selection of leashed pooches of all types and sizes in close proximity.
Canines — accompanied by almost 350 humans, according to the YMCA — were welcome to drop by to see demonstrations by such groups at K9 Miracles's training demonstration, participate in fun races and meet and greet other pets and pet owners.
The day included treats for people and pets, and information to learn about how to care for your best friend. Exhibitors set up tables. The Basking Ridge Patch and a number of area businesses — including Color Me Mine of Bernardsville, which provided usable dog bowls for painting.
The event is a fundraiser to offer assistance through the Strong Kids program to those in the community who cannot afford YMCA programs.
Andi Williams
11:03 am on Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Just heard that many of the rescue and foster dogs have found loving homes thanks to Strong Dogs Day!
Jennifer
5:24 pm on Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Professor and I really enjoyed our day at Strong Dogs. The weather was perfect and "Pro" just loved all of the attention he received from the adults and kids at the event. He also made a lot of new doggy friends and was greatful for the Blessing of the Hounds. Thanks to the Basking Ridge YMCA for such a wonderful experience! We'll see ya next year :)