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Philadelphia Water Department Would-Be Spokesdogs Begging For Votes
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Dog lovers everywhere can now cast their ballots for the newest spokesdogs representing the Philadelphia Water Department.
Visitors to PhillyWatersheds.org can vote daily for the hounds they feel best represent the title of Philly Water’s Best Friend. More than 50 dog owners have declared their pets’ candidacy. And while none has a campaign per se, each has a photo and a bio to help voters decide if their lifestyle is eco-friendly enough to be top dog.
The 30 pups with the most votes by May 1 will face off during two pageants in June. In the end, two winners will be named, one from Northern Liberties and one from Queen Village.
The owner of each winning dog will receive $200 in gifts from a local pet store. In exchange, both must attend three community events with their dog on behalf of the PWD.
The chief “doodie” of each spokesdog-owner duo is to prevent water pollution resulting from pet waste. Together they will accomplish this by handing out brochures and biodegradable bag dispensers. These bags can then be used by dog walkers to pick up their pets’ waste before flushing it down the toilet or putting it in the trash.
Joanne Dahme, general manager of public affairs at the PWD, says this is more than the responsible thing to do. It is also good for the environment.
“When left on the ground, pet waste becomes a pollutant,” Dahme explained. “Rain and snowmelt can wash it into creeks and rivers, breeding bacteria in the places we use for fishing, boating and picnics. Our rivers and streams are precious public amenities, and doing this helps to ensure they are treated that way.”
Sponsors of this program include the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association, Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, Philadelphia Water Department, and the Queen Village Neighbors Association. Prizes are being donated by Chic Petique and WAG: Whole Animal Gym.
For more information visit the Philadelphia Water Department website or call Cheryl Jackson at 800-445-4935, extension 113.
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