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Dogs hunt for eggs, new homes

Contributed by LINDSEY McCALL

Issue date: 4/17/03 Section: Variety

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It seems every year, about a month after Easter, the egg
no one found turns up in the strangest place.

Well, it won't happen this year if local dogs have anything to do with it.

Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m., dogs' noses will be at work in Athens' first
annual Doggies Easter Egg Hunt at Sandy Creek Park.

The event is sponsored by Petropolis, a local dog daycare and boarding
facility, to raise money for Helping Paws Rescue, an animal shelter.

Helping Paws is a non-profit, no-kill shelter committed to giving abandoned
dogs and cats in the Athens area a second chance to find a "forever home."

Petropolis started Helping Paws less than a year ago in response to Athens'
pet overpopulation problem and has since rescued more than 100 dogs and cats.

But, like any non-profit, the organization is not without its challenges.

"Because of the medical expenses of many of our foster animals, Helping Paws
is in dire need of funds," said Amanda Rodriguez, a University graduate and the
owner of Petropolis. "We can only rescue as many animals as our finances allow."

Not only will the egg hunt raise money for Helping Paws, but it will also
test dogs' animal instincts as they sniff out plastic eggs filled with treats
for dogs and humans alike.

While dogs may be more interested in finding the eggs filled with Milk-Bones,
humans may want to find the eggs filled with gift certificates and prizes
donated from Athens businesses, Rodriguez said.

"This is your dog's chance to pay you back for all of the treats and belly
rubs," she said.

After the eggs have been found, there will be a cookout and time for all of
the dogs to play together without their leashes.

Students without dogs, though, need not fret.

"Everyone is welcome," said Marcia Moore, a senior from Douglas and a
Petropolis employee. "One of our foster dogs will be happy to help you find a
few eggs -- and even happier to go home with you."

Registration for the event is $10 per dog, with all proceeds going directly
to Helping Paws. Sandy Creek also charges $1 for human visitors at the park
entrance.

The registration deadline is Friday, but day-of registration will be allowed.

To register for the egg hunt online or for more information on Helping Paws,
visit Petropolis' Web site (http://www.athenspetropolis.com/) or
call 227-7887.

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