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Extreme Mutt Makeover August 13-14
Schedule: Coming soon!
Georgetown, Texas, May 4 - Dogs destined to live, or more likely, die in a North Texas animal shelter will now receive a new "leash" on life as the Mustang Heritage Foundation (MHF) and the North Texas Humane Society team up again in 2010 to host the Extreme Mutt Makeover. The Extreme Mutt Makeover will be held August 13-14 in Fort Worth, Tex., during the Supreme Extreme Mustang Makeover that will feature more than 100 formerly wild horses competing for a purse of $100,000. "Since 2007, the Extreme Mustang Makeover has placed nearly 2,000 of America's iconic wild horses for adoption and the Foundation is using the same philosophy when it comes to placing America's favorite companion animal for adoption," said MHF Executive Director Patti Colbert. "This is taking rescue to an extreme by including accomplished dog trainers in the lives of these abandoned and unwanted animals, proving that they can be truly valuable to the lives of their adopters." In 2009, the Extreme Mutt Makeover placed 10 dogs in North Texas homes and stories of their impact on the lives of their adopters abound, from the trainer who paid an adopter to get her trained animal back, to the retiree who adopted a beautiful black lab after the death of his wife. "The Humane Society of North Texas is passionate about finding lifetime homes for animals in need, and the Extreme Mutt Makeover is a fantastic opportunity to spread the message that shelter dogs simply need a second chance," said Tammy Hawley, Director of Operations for the HSNT. "We are very honored to be a part of this event, and we look forward to the excitement when the trainers return with their dogs in August." Fifteen trainers were assigned a shelter dog through random draw and will train it for eight weeks and return to compete for prizes during the Extreme Mutt Makeover. Trainers hail from throughout North Texas, Arizona and New Hampshire to take part in the event. Trainers will be asked to complete basic obedience training, and demonstrate during exhibition any special talents or relationship development with the dog. Extreme Mutt Makeover dogs are 9 months or older and may have be defined as more difficult to adopt due to their age, size or physical characteristics. All dogs will be vaccinated, heartworm negative, micro-chipped and altered, and have no history of biting or mental challenges. All dogs will be placed for adoption at the Mutt Makeover. Potential adopters are encouraged to meet the dogs and their trainers throughout the competition and advise of their interest in the dog. To view pictures of the dogs and learn more about them, go to www.hsnt.org or call 817-332-4768. |
EXTREME MUTT MAKEOVER RETURNS TO FORT WORTH