Woofing it; Dog walk to benefit `Orphans' nonprofit shelter.(NEWS)

From: Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA) | Date: April 29, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: Elizabeth Mitchell

UXBRIDGE - The dogs will be barking - in more ways than one.

The Dog Orphans Humane Society will host its ninth annual Walk for Paws at noon on Sunday, May 6, at River Bend Farm, 287 Oak St. The two-mile walk for people and their canine companions will benefit the Dog Orphans Humane Society, a no-kill nonprofit animal shelter that works to find homes for man's best friend.

The Douglas-based Dog Orphans places about 300 dogs a year with new owners, said director Ron Morse. The society relies heavily on fundraisers to provide the dogs with ...

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