In the Community

Another successful year at the 2010 Wiggle Waggle Walkathon!

The Alta Vista and Bayview Animal Hospital’s "Hot Pistols" team enthusiastically participated again this year in the Wiggle Waggle Walkathon to raise money for the Ottawa Humane Society on Sunday, September 12. Our team raised more than $12,000, with more than 30 walkers making up our proud team.

The Hot Pistols were awarded the title of "Most Money Collected by a Veterinary Team". In addition, two of our team members coveted the number 1 and number 2 spots for the "Most Money Collected by an Individual Walker".

The Alta Vista and Bayview Animal Hospitals were represented in style again this year, with our own tent where walkers could design and create a "doggy bandana" or have their pet’s caricature drawn by one of 2 caricature artists on site. There was great turnout at our booth, with walkers lined up most of the day to share in the fun. Staffed by our very own volunteers from Alta Vista and Bayview, the day was a busy and satisfying one!

We are extremely proud of the support and participation shown by our staff at the Walkathon. It is one of our biggest events of the year, and we take pride in our dedication and team spirit. A total of over $240,000 was raised for the Ottawa Humane Society. We look forward to ‘raising the bar’ again next year!