March is Pit Bull Education Month.....

.....at the Humane Society of Hamilton County! On Saturday, March 20th, the Humane Society invites everyone to come and celebrate with them at their facility located next to the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds for a fun-filled and educational day. The schedule of activities is as follows:

12:00 p.m.    Kiss a Pit Bull

Chris Denari, the announcer for the Indiana Pacers and proud owner of his adopted pit bull Bailey, will be on hand as spokesman.

12:30 p.m.    Pit Parade

Bring your Pit Bull, Pit mix or Bully breed and join the Humane Society for their first-ever pit bull parade, that will begin in the shelter parking lot with a walk around the 4-H Fairgrounds. Dogs must be on a leash at all times and current on their vaccinations.

2:00 p.m.      Free Seminar!

"The American Pit Bull Terrier--Fact vs. Fiction," by Rebecca Stevens, Executive Director. RSVP is required as seating is limited. Contact Mandy Maxwell at mmaxwell@hamiltonhumane.com

3:30 p.m.      Dog Safety Tips and Pit Bull pack demonstration

Learn basic safety tips and see a "meet the pack" demonstration by acclaimed dog trainer Fernando Pastran.

Please come and show your support for these often-misunderstood dogs!