Calling all dog lovers and owners, register you and your furry friends for a paw-fect Sunday afternoon at Woof-a-thon 2015! More than just a walk in the park, the first pet walkathon by the Singapore Heart Foundation, aims to advocate the cardiovascular benefits associated with walking your dogs.
Why Would Pet Ownership Help Our Hearts?
Studies have shown that pet ownership, particularly a dog, helps to reduce risks of heart diseases, as people with dogs are engaged in more walking and physical activities. Pet ownership also aids in lowering blood pressure, cholesterol levels and incidence of obesity. Furthermore, the companionship of a furry friend brings about positive effects on your body’s reaction to stress, including a decrease in heart rate and release of an adrenaline-like hormone.
How To Take Part
Register now to walk alongside other dog-loving individuals and celebrate the joys that your furry friend has brought to you and your heart. For a $10 registration fee per pet, you and your dog will be able to take part in the 2km ‘Buddy Walk’. The first 100 dogs registered for the ‘Buddy Walk’ will also walk away with a free goodie bag each! (Due to overwhelming response, all 100 free goodie bags have been fully redeemed).
All proceeds raised from Woof-a-thon 2015 will go towards supporting the Singapore Heart Foundation, a non-profit charitable organisation in its battle against heart diseases in Singapore.
If you do not have pets, not to worry – you can still put on your most comfortable walking shoes and stride towards a healthier heart. Enjoy an active day out with friends and family, at no cost!
Other Fringe Activities
Other than the walk, there will also be an exciting line-up of programmes such as basic health screenings for you and your dog; educational talks, contests, pet photo booth and even a fashionista parade (best dressed with a touch of red).
Register For Woof-a-thon Now!
Date: 12 April 2015 (Sunday)
Time: 4pm – 7pm
Venue: Bishan Park, Grand Lawn 1
To participate in Woof-a-thon 2015, please click here to register now. For any other enquiries, email [email protected] or call 6354 9352.
Nap time is over, so hurry and put your best paws forward. Come join us at Woof-a-thon 2015!
