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Hendersonville Goes to the DogsBark for Life event raises money for cancer research
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They came in all sizes, all ages and a rainbow of colors. Main Street of Hendersonville, from Fifth Avenue to Fourth Avenue, was overrun by dogs on Saturday to celebrate the second Bark for Life event.  Andie Young and her dog, Porter, take part in the Bark For Life event on Main Street Hendersonville on Saturday. PATRICK SULLIVAN/TIMES-NEWSThis year's event, which moved from Patton Park to Main Street, proved to be bigger and furrier than last year's."We're really pleased," said Jennifer Vachon-Lyda, co-chair for the event. "I think having it on Main Street has really helped." Bark for Life is an American Cancer Society Relay For Life fundraising event that honors the care giving qualities and lifelong contributions of canine best friends. Vendors from vets, to crafters and artists to pet supply stores came out to showcase their animal-centered services or goods. "I'm amazed there's this many people turning out for the second event," said Dr. Fred Rosen, vet with Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital. "It's great seeing this many dogs and not having to vet them." Rosen was out with his dog, Doc Watson, a Jack Russell terrier he delivered by C-section. "I couldn't part with him," Rosen said, looking down at Doc Watson. "It's a great event," said Carolyn Paden, executive director of the Blue Ridge Humane Society. "Animals are our heart companions. Some of them may have cancer or we've had cancer and our animals have helped us or a loved one through. They're a cherished part of the family."
Gorilla Glue
Dr. Rosen of Western Carolina Veterinary Emergency Hospital saves lives. Gorilla brand glue includes an active ingredient, diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI). Upon exposure to moisture, MDI begins to foam and expand. Three dogs ingested the glue and found themselves in need of Dr. Rosen's surgical skills. Click here to read more.
Founding of WCRAH & VEH
Dr. Ted H. Owen and Dr. Fred E. Rosen founded Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital and Veterinary Emergency Hospital in 2008. Click here to read more. |
