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The story is simple, yet heatbreaking for anyone who has loved and lost a pet . In 2006, Mickey, a ten year old West Highland Terrier, died from cancer. He brought much joy into the lives of all who loved him and will always be remembered...therefore this walk was created. On May 26, 2007 the first Mickey's Mile Dog Walk was held to coincide with its namesake's birthday to raise awareness and funds. After the heartwarming success of this walk, due to caring pet owners who continue to support this cause, we will walk again for "Mickeys" everywhere. Cancer is a major cause of death in dogs. It takes a devastating toll on pets, their families, and the people who provide their medical care. When our companions are stricken by cancer, we turn to the veterinarians who are on the cutting edge of cancer therapy. However, they need funds in order to advance their knowledge to provide us with treatment options for our four-legged family members. Therefore, we welcome all canines and their families and friends to participate in this fund raiser and are truly grateful for your donation. All donations will go directly to The Purdue Foundation at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine for canine cancer research. You may visit the website of Dr. Debra Knapp at www.vet.purdue.edu/pcop/ for research information. The walk is one mile on a paved/unpaved path where dogs can take a dip in the creek waters provided they are leashed and supervised. It is a very enjoyable walk. Please support this very important cause on Saturday, May 21, 2011. It will be held at the East Fishkill Community Center, 890 Route 82, Hopewell Junction, New York Same day sign -up begins at 10:00 am and the walk begins at 11:00 am. There is a $20.00 minimum donation. However, if you are unable to attend but would like to make a donation we gratefully accept any amount. All checks are made payable to The Purdue Foundation and can be sent to: Mickey's Mile P.O. Box 463 Fishkill, NY 12524 Download Sign-up Form:
Forms can also be obtained at the East Fishkill Town Hall, area veterinary offices, pet supply stores, or e-mail mmccr@optonline.net. Pre-registration is preferred. Goodie bags will be given to all participants. Live music by The Chain Gang, a raffle, Pet Programs / Organizations/ Vendors: DCSPCA, Paws of Distinction Boutique and Petisserie, Embroidery Barn, Lisa Fishler/Printz Photography-Pet photographer, Saisonniers Catering, Benny and Caesar's Ice Cream, Bark Busters Behavioral Therapists and Trainers, The Beacon Barkery, Ruff Cuts Dog Salon and Boutique, Reverend Sandra Mantz, Events by Giftscapes, Country Courier Magazine-The Tick Key, Say It With Style, Home Sweet Home Sitters Inc, Safe Haven Animal Shelter & Wildlife Center, Pet-n-Play Luxury Resort, Greyhound Rescue, and Aunt Cre's Paws and Claws Pet Service, A Walk in the Park - Dog Walking and Pet Care, The Magic Bullet Fund, Blue Seal Pet Food, Paw Reading by Madame Crystal Bone, Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group, Cupcakes by Andrea, Cocker Pals Rescue, Blind Dog Rescue Alliance, TLC Pet Sitting, Juliet's Kitchen, The Golden Dog Play-Care. This year's special event will be a doggie scavenger hunt sponsored by BARK BUSTERS Home Dog Training! Walkers and their canine companions who are able to "sniff out" all the items will be entered in a drawing to win a CANINE BASKET OF CHEER! Each year our pooper scooper bags are donated by www.DogPoopBags.com We are very fortunate to have the support of these wonderful people and are truly grateful for their generosity...thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! Special thanks to Bill Green, Recreation Director of the Town of East Fishkill. "IN LOVE THEY ARE REMEMBERED, IN MEMORY THEY LIVE" Below: Purdue patients whose grateful family sent this picture .
Purdue Research Update from Dr.Knapp 2011: We again wish to extend our most sincere thank you to all the dog families who are participating in the Mickey's Mile Dog Walk this year. We want you to know that your are truly making a difference in the fight against cancer. Our cancer research team has a strong focus area in transitional cell carcinoma. It is truly exciting to see the progress being made that will improve the outlook for dogs afflicted by this disease. Through improvements in recent years, we can now tell the owner of a dog with TCC that there is a 75% chance the cancer can be reduced or controlled for many monthe to over a year. Compared to the "no hope" news that used to go along with a diagnosis of this cancer, this is very comforting news. But, we are not stopping here. Through work at Purdue and through collaborations with top scientists such as Dr. Elaine Ostrander in the Cancer Genetics Branch at the National Institute of Health and others, we are continuing to work to define causes so we can develop strategies to prevent it. Additionally, we are collaborating with several laboratories at Purdue and across the country to better understand key components of the cancer cells that help them grow, and how to counteract them to halt the cancer even more effectively. We are very excited to be a part of the process of applying new expertise and technology in the fight against cancer. All this work, however, requires financial support. Donations by people like you make a significant impact, which not only helps dogs, but also in some cases leads to new studies in people. For all these reasons, we cannot thank each and every one of you enough for all the support you are providing to this mission by participating in Mickey's Mile!
MICKEY'S MILE PROCEED REPORT: 2007 -3,040 2008 - $4,800 (includes $1,000 donation from Mid-Hudson Kennel Association) 2009 - $6,255 2010 - $6,240 2011 - $6,271 * 5 Year Total = $26,606 Our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants. Your generosity and continued support are responsible for the success of this very worthy walk we take together each year... | |||||
Misty (pictured here and above) lost her brother, Casey, on 11/7/2009 after a 19 month battle with TCC. Special thanks to Misty's family for their generosity and support.
