Our second PawsFirst Pet Photo Contest was another tail wagging success!
On behalf of the PawsFirst Social Purpose Working Group we would like to thank everyone who supported us by entering your pets, voting for your favorites and sharing our contest with your friends and family.
Thanks to your efforts, we are proud to announce that we exceeded our initial $5,000 fundraising goal and raised $5,512! This leaves us with $4,580.63 after contest fees to share among the chosen charities of the top three finishers!
Where/when did you get your pet?
Adopted at event at Petco in California.
What I love most about my pet:
I love that he loves me so much. He trusts me. He is like my shadow. He loves to cuddle. And he is very talkative! He is the best company I could ask for.
My chosen charity:
KC Pet Project. I follow them on TikTok and they do such wonderful and amazing work. They have more animals than they can care for and really need the support of the community to help these babies.
Tell us about you! How long have you been with the organization and what do you like most about your position here?
I have been with FirstService for five and a half years. I am an onsite manager for a high-rise condo building in Kansas City, Missouri. We have a great group of people that work at our Branch with wonderful leadership, training and support.
Where/when did you get your pet?
In September of 2007, a friend found Freeway as a puppy running down the middle of Highway 580 in Richmond CA. My friend, who could not have a dog, suggested that I come over and meet the pup. I hesitated, because at the time I was traveling a lot and did not want the responsibility of a dog. Of course, I immediately fell in love and thus began a 17-year journey with my boy. He was my “soul dog” from day one.
What I love most about my pet:
Freeway had a beautiful spirit. We were very connected, and I miss him each and every day. He taught me so much about love and loyalty in the 17 years I was his guardian. My favorite part about him was the way he would look at me. I absolutely felt the love emanating from him with a single glance.
My chosen charity:
I chose Muttville because they are a senior dog rescue organization. Unfortunately, there are so many senior dogs dropped off at shelters either because people don’t want to pay for needed medical care, or because senior dogs require more effort and care, or in some cases, because their owners have passed away. These little souls are scared and confused and in the sunset of their lives. Muttville is an incredible organization that gives them all an opportunity to live out the end of their lives in a loving, caring environment.
Tell us about you! How long have you been with the organization and what do you like most about your position here?
I have been with California Closets for almost 6 years. I love this company because the people here truly care. It is like a family, and I feel very supported and appreciated. I have found my home here. This contest is a great example of how caring the entire organization is and I am grateful to have the opportunity to work here!
Where/when did you get your pet?
February 2024, from a small town outside of Green Bay, WI. She’s a Vikings fan now.
What I love most about my pet:
She is so affectionate; sometimes, she just wants to sit and hold hands. Well, I hold her paw.
My chosen charity:
Retrieve a Golden of the Midwest. I chose this charity to help other goldens in our community who need rescue and help to find their forever homes. Goldens are great family pets and can bring so much joy to a home.
Tell us about you! How long have you been with the organization and what do you like most about your position here?
I’ve been with California Closets for almost 20 years and love every minute of it. I’m fortunate to work for an organization that provides career growth and development opportunities and adheres to high ethical standards in business operations.
