Swimming dogs raise funds for local SPCA

COURTENAY, B.C. – Dogs got to cool off and end the summer season with a swim at the annual Pooch-A-Poolooza event.

It took place at the Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool at Lewis Park on September 2nd. 91 dogs hit the water, and with the fundraising event was able to gather $416 for the Comox Valley’s branch of the SPCA.

Following the swim, the pool was drained and cleaned for the winter. Woofy’s Pet Foods and the Van Isle Veterinary Hospital supported the event.

As for cat owners, Courtenay Recreation staff has confirmed that there are no plans for an annual cat swim.

Justin Goulet
Justin Goulet
News Reporter/Weekend Host - If you've got a news tip, I'd love to hear from you. You can contact me at jgoulet@vistaradio.ca or call the news-line at (250) 331-4033.

Continue Reading

cfcp Now playing play

Related Articles

Latest News

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.