Through this agreement, Anima-Plus takes on the title sponsor of this annual event. The objective of the walk is to offer Montrealers a family activity in the company of man’s best friend, and to raise funds to help the Montreal SPCA continue its mission for the animals. The goal this year is to raise $ 100,000 in the form of donations and sponsorships.

The Montreal SPCA and Anima-Plus are also proud to reveal the new logo and the new website of the Anima-Plus Walk on All 4s: www.walkonall4s.com.

A new partnership for the Montreal SPCA

“The Montreal SPCA and Anima-Plus share a common passion for the welfare of animals, which makes this a really exciting partnership,” said Nicholas Gilman, Executive Director of the Montreal SPCA. “We hope that this agreement with Anima-Plus opens the door to future opportunities with partners who share the Montreal SPCA’s vision.”

According to Dr. Sarah A. Guenette, President, Chief Operating Officer and Medical Director of Anima-Plus, “the entire team is particularly pleased to become title sponsor of the Anima-Plus Walk on All 4s, a perfect day to celebrate life with our dogs. Our team will be onsite to provide advice and information, but also to participate in the fundraising activity.” Dr. Guenette further adds, “the love of animals is the raison d’être of Anima-Plus. We take it to heart to help the Montreal SPCA, its role being essential to the protection of animal welfare.”

On the agenda

Participants can now register for the Walk on the website, www.walkonall4s.com, individually or in groups. They have three options: to set a fundraising goal which they can share with everyone, sponsor a person (or team), or donate directly.

With or without a dog, you are all invited to participate in the Anima-Plus Walk on All 4s and the various activities offered by the Montreal SPCA professionals and the veterinary Anima-Plus team.

• When: Sunday, September 21, 2014 from 10 am to 2 pm (rain or shine)
• Where: Smith House, Mount-Royal Park
• For more information, to register or to make a donation: www.walkonall4s.com

The Montreal SPCA, founded in April 1869, was the first animal welfare organization in Canada. We have a long tradition of investigating abuses committed against animals, rescuing and adopting out hundreds of thousands of animals, and to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. Today we are the largest society for the protection of animals in Quebec. We welcome and care for more than 14 000 animals per year. Our veterinarians sterilize over 5 000 animals a year and provide care to animals brought to us injured or in need of assistance. We investigate thousands of cruelty cases and urge action against those who abuse animals. We fight every day to defend the interests of all animals, including livestock, pets and wildlife. For more information, please visit our website at www.spca.com.

Founded in 2006, Anima-Plus Veterinary Hospital’s mission is to Love, Treat, and Heal animals. It now employs a team of over 60 in its five veterinary hospitals, including 18 veterinarian doctors. The Anima-Plus veterinarians provide the latest in cutting-edge medicine, focusing on pain prevention and respect for animal life, integrity. Anima-Plus is also deeply involved in organizations, zoos and pet shelters in addition to contributing to several initiatives that benefit SPCAs and SPAs. Its veterinary hospitals accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), is a testimony to Anima-Plus commitment to the highest standards of excellence in its field in North America. www.anima-plus.com

BECOME A HERO
Walk with us on September 21, 2014 for the Montreal SPCA!
For more information: www.walkonall4s.com

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Media contact:

• Anita Kapuscinska, Media Relations Coordinator, Montreal SPCA, 514-226-3932, or anitak@spca.com
• Edith Ducharme, Director, Communication and Marketing, Anima-Plus Group, 514-777-7009, or educharme@anima-plus.com