Celebrating the Opening of Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital

Posted by Stephen on Jul 22, 2009 in Birds, Cats, Dogs, Events, Press

Last weekend we were honored to be part of “A Day in the Park,” which marked the opening of Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital. The event was a fundraiser and adoption event for the Washington Humane Society, as well. They raised quite a bit of money, and got a dog adopted! In addition, the Washington Times wrote a piece on Drs. Perkins and Vyfhuis today!

We had a good time (and lots of food!), and I documented the day for PPEAH. Many thanks to Andrea Rodgers for helping pull the event together and the folks at PPEAH for their hospitality. Here are some of my favorite images from the day: 

Dr. Nia Perkins on the right.
 

Dr. Elton Vyfhuis thanks the crowd.

There were contests for dogs, including best trick, won by Gigi for her clapping.

Dogs were treated to Reiki, a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. Caren Quinn provides these services for dogs. Contact Barkley Square Bakery if you’re interested!
 

Some special guests showed up to welcome PPEAH to the neighborhood, including Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille, Vice Mayor Kerry Donley, Redella S. “Del” Pepper, and WKYS 93.9’s Angie Ang.

Our friends at Karing by Kristina and Barkley Square Bakery brought a table full of goodies.

There was face painting and other fun activities for kids.
 

And of course dogs!