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Friday, September 26, 2014

DogFest Chicago Walk fundraiser for 'Canine Companions' - Oct 18th

Haven’t registered for DogFest Walk ‘n Roll yet? No problem – there’s still time!

Register online at cci.org/dogfestchicago. We encourage you to raise money and earn great DogFest incentive prizes while helping Canine Companions match more highly-trained assistance dogs with people with disabilities free of charge. 


Grab a leash and be part of Canine Companions DogFest Walk ‘n Roll in Naperville on Saturday, October 18, 2014! 

DogFest Walk 'n Roll is a family friendly one-mile dog walk that is open to the community and supports the mission of Canine Companions for Independence. 

Join us for a fun day of activities at the beautiful Naperville Riverwalk. Prizes will be awarded to the best dog costume and best team (dog and human) costume. 

You can register as an individual walker or put together a team of friends, family members and coworkers. Once registered, you can begin fundraising to earn a cool DogFest prize. If you raise $100, you'll get a DogFest bandana to sport at DogFest. Click the Event Info tab to view rules regarding dogs on event day.

Schedule of Activities 

Registration: 10:00 - 11:00 am

Canine Companions Demonstrations: 10:45 am 

Walk: 11:15 am 

Lunch: Available for purchase beginning at 12:00 pm 

Dog Tracking Demonstration: 12:00 pm 

Costume Contest/Service Dog Games: 12:30 pm 

Raffle Prize Announcements following the Games 

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