Apr 05, 2023

Paddle for Puppies is again for the twelfth 12 months in a row! Celebrated as considered one of Austin’s favourite occasions, this iconic gathering is greater than only a paddle down Girl Hen Lake — it is a lifesaving endeavor!

Sponsored by Austin Subaru and hosted at Rowing Dock, Paddle for Puppies 2023, will happen on Sunday Might seventh at 8:00am. Each folks and water-confident canine* paddle 2.5 miles down Girl Hen Lake, simply previous Congress bridge on the boat of your selection — kayak, SUP, canoe, all in assist of our Parvo Pet ICU! Go to the registration web site to be taught extra and to scoop up your ticket!

Why does APA! also have a Parvo Pet ICU? Previous to the start of this program, because of the extremely contagious nature and almost-always deadly end result if not handled, puppies that examined constructive for parvovirus have been usually euthanized as a result of assets didn’t exist to assist this weak group. In 2008, the devoted and decided people that started APA! as we all know it at present, made the choice that they might start pulling and treating all parvo constructive puppies. In November of 2008, the town of Austin achieved no kill for puppies due to our program!

Since 2008, this ICU has taken in 1000’s of puppies and has steadily achieved a 90% save charge. The work that takes place on this program is tough, each bodily and emotionally and is price it each day to see the tiny tail wags of puppies who know we’re working to save lots of their lives. And later, to see the smiling faces of the individuals who undertake these little survivors.

Fundraisers like Paddle for Puppies are an integral piece to the lifesaving work that takes place on this program. On common, it could possibly price upwards of $400 to deal with a pet with parvovirus. Final 12 months, our Parvo crew handled simply over 1300 puppies and to this point this 12 months, this devoted crew has handled simply over 300 puppies.

We’re excited for one more 12 months of gathering with each those that have attended this occasion yearly and people who are becoming a member of for the primary time. There’s nothing higher than a gaggle of people coming collectively to avoid wasting pet canine lives! See you there!

*As a result of potential for toxins within the water, waivers will probably be required in case you are planning to convey a canine on the water. These waivers will probably be accessible at registration if you check-in on-site. Canine attending should keep in/on their vessel and shouldn’t drink the lake water.