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Deadline for entering “Why My Pet Is Special” essay contest

Deadline for entering “Why My Pet Is Special” essay contest

FITZGERALD, GA – The deadline for entering the “Why My Pet Is Special” essay contest will be Wednesday, June 27.

The contest is for kids up to 5th grade and they are asked to describe in 100 words why their pet is special.

The winner will be announced Wednesday, July 11 during the Pets on Parade issue of the Herald-Leader.

TripAdvisor names Valdosta hotel in top 10 destinations for traveling with pets

NEWTON, MASS. – TripAdvisor has announced their top 10 pet friendly properties in the U.S. and a Valdosta Hotel made the list.

LaQuinta Inn and Suites came in at number eight on TripAdvisor’s top 10 pet-friendly properties in the U.S.

Among those planning to travel with their pets in the next 12 months, 96 percent will travel by car, and 12 percent will fly.

 Fifty-eight percent will stay in a pet-friendly hotel, fifty-four percent with family or friends, and 39 percent in a vacation rental.

Here is the full press release from TripAdvisor

Pets on Parade

Pets on Parade

FITZGERLAD, GA - Pets on Parade will be Wednesday, July 20 in the Herald Leader.

Bring pictures and $10  or $18 for a donation to the Humane Society.