GRATEFUL DOG BAKERY HOLDS WOOFSTOCK FUNFEST 2008

As the dog days of summer approach, so does the Fourth Annual “WoofStock Fun Fest Pawty” at Grateful Dog Bakery, 31966 Center Ridge Road in North Ridgeville.

The annual anniversary event takes place Saturday, August 2 from 10am-5pm and Sunday, August 3 from 12-4pm—all benefiting area rescue organizations Love-A-Stray, Fido’s Companion, Middleburg Heights Animal Foundation and Erie Shores Humane Society. The weekend promises fun for humans and canines, including an animal communicator, a caricature artist, face painting for humans, agility demos, games, contests, races, pet massage, nail trims, microchipping, information booths, pet and child ID kits and refreshments. Admission is free and parking is $2. (It is recommended that you carpool.)

“We started the event as a way to celebrate the store’s opening at our first anniversary, and it’s evolved to become much more than that,” says Nancy Winrod, owner of Grateful Dog Bakery. “Every year we add on more vendors and activities, which allows us to raise even more money and awareness for the animal rescue groups we support,” she adds.

The following is a breakdown of activities by day…

• SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 10am-5pm
Onsite for Saturday will be local rescue groups Love-A-Stray and Middleburg Heights Animal Foundation with pets available for adoption.

Also onsite will be Pet Caricature Artist EJ; Animal Communicator Doris Straka; Author Holly McCain signing her books; Photos in the Flower Patch; agility demonstrations; “Weiner” and small dog races; face painting for humans; Paint Your Own Portraits by your dog; a demonstration by the North Ridgeville Police K9 Unit; skinny-dipping pool for dogs; contests; games; prizes; human refreshments by Café Aroma of North Ridgeville; raffles; and free child finger-printing and ID kits for pets and children by Farmers Insurance. Barkyard Vineyards “Wine for Dogs,” Haagen Paws Ice Cream and Cool Treats will be available for dogs.

There will also be information booths by Wholesome Pet Distributing, Golden Retrievers In Need (G.R.I.N.), Canine Companions, Skunkhaven Rescue, Forever Friends Pet Care Center, and K-9 Companions Training.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 12-4pm
Onsite for Sunday will be Fido’s Companion and Erie Shores Humane Society with pets available for adoption.

Sunday’s activities will also include all of the events and vendors that are onsite for Saturday.

Sunday only will be: Nail trims, Teeth brushing and Eye cleaning by Designer Doggies; Pet Massage by Pet Kneads; Microchipping by Avon Lake Animal Hospital and human refreshments by Rita’s Italian Ice of Westlake.

ABOUT GRATEFUL DOG BAKERY…
Grateful Dog Bakery specializes in all natural, freshly handmade canine treats and desserts. The store also offers holistic dog and cat food, a full line of supplements, natural flea deterrents, spa products, clothing, leashes, collars and toys.

Nancy and her staff coordinate Doggie Birthday parties and many other special events, including “Yappy Hours,” Red Cross pet first aid certification, dog training and pet massage. Grateful Dog Bakery is proud to offer many American-made and green products. The store’s commitment to excellence has earned it a Fox 8 “Best Pet Supply” nod and a Cleveland magazine “Best Pet Boutique” award. Grateful Dog Bakery is also a finalist in the “Best of the West” contest sponsored by West Shore magazine.

Grateful Dog Bakery is located at 31966 Center Ridge Road in North Ridgeville. The store is open Tuesday through Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12-4pm. The store is closed on Mondays. Call (440) 353-1990 or log on to http://www.gratefuldogbakery.com/ for more information.