UAF's 3rd Annual Woof Down Lunch a Huge Success!

The tails were a-waggin' and the fun was a'plenty at the 3rd Annual Woof Down Lunch, hosted by United Animal Friends in downtown Prescott on June 4th. Ticket holders were treated to delicious local lunches, along with free goodies from on-site vendors and gorgeous, hand-made dog bowls.

The weather also cooperated fully as the events progressed through the day. Highlights included agility demonstrations by Northern Arizona Australian Shepherd Association, Top Dog Performance Club and Dandy Dawgs Agility Classes. Talented pups participated in the Best in Show Contest, and the winners walked away with honors in Best Wiggle Butt, Best Ears, Best Singer, Best Dancer, Best Trick, Best Spots, Longest Legs, Shortest Legs and Deepest Bark. Event-goers also enjoyed live music, hugs from the Elks Opera Guild, and free massages from local massage therapists!
The flow around the vendor booths was constant all day long, as local business and organizations handed out samples, answered questions and showcased merchandise. Several rescue organizations were on-hand (including United Animal Friends, Rescue a Golden, and others), sparking interest from the community for wonderful adoptable animals and spreading the word about spay-neuter, fostering and adoption resources. All eyes and ears were on deck during the Raffle Prize giveaway, with one lucky ticket-holder walking away with the Grand Prize, a mosaic dog toy box handcrafted by Susan Cole of Majestic Mosaics.

Ultimately, all enjoyed a furry-filled day of good fun, where the focus on everyone's mind was the same: animals! And best of all, United Animal Friends was able to secure a record-breaking fundraising success – primarily by way of ticket sales, raffle proceeds, sponsor donations and vendor spaces. All proceeds will enable United Animal Friends to continue with their mission of caring for homeless and needy pets in Yavapai County. Special thanks to all the day's sponsors, including United Animal Friends, Olsen's Grain, Prescott Dog Magazine, Whiskers Barkery, Dandy Dawgs, ThINK4inc, Prescott Animal Hospital, Art's a Cause, Olde World Bagels & Market, New Frontiers Natural Foods, and Nummies.