Pets Plus Us announces 2014 Champion Award Winners

Earlier this year, Pets Plus Us launched its Champion Awards campaign to recognize members of the community who champion pets, whether by volunteering, rescuing, sheltering, supporting or caring for urban animals. 

After thorough review of the top five Champion Awards finalists in each category, the Pets Plus Us judging panel selected the 2014 Champion Awards winners, October 24. 

Veterinary Staff Award: Randi Young

Veterinary Clinic Award: Pacific Cat Clinic

Community Outreach Award: Dr. Tammy Hornak

Shelter & Rescue Award: Max’s Dog Sanctuary

Volunteer Award: Emma Haslam

Pet Owner Award: Laura Watling

Bestie Award: Shelley Cunningham

"At Pets Plus Us, we meet people every day who are advocates for pets," said Randy Valpy, Top Dog at Pets Plus Us. "They are the special people in your community who are committed to making a difference and who champion pet owner happiness." 

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Champion Awards finalists announced!

Pets Plus Us announced the top five nominees in six categories for their inaugural Champion Awards earlier this week. 

Six Champion Awards exist in three categories designed to recognize members of the community who champion pets, whether by volunteering, rescuing, sheltering, supporting or caring for urban animals. 

"We've been overwhelmed by the passion and enthusiasm shown by each and everyone of you. We wouldn't have been able to identify and reward the amazing pet+owner champions across Canada without your help."
- Pets Plus Us

The top five nominees in each category will be presented to a judging panel who will select and announce the winner October 24, 2014. 

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Pets Plus Us Champion Awards

Pets Plus Us launched its Champion Awards campaign earlier this month to recognize members of the community who champion pets, whether by volunteering, rescuing, sheltering, supporting or caring for urban animals. 

"At Pets Plus Us, we meet people every day who are advocates for pets," said Randy Valpy, Top Dog at Pets Plus Us. "They are the special people in your community who are committed to making a difference and who champion pet owner happiness." 

Six Champion Awards exist in three categories: 

·       Animal Health: Clinic and Veterinarian or Veterinary staff

·       Community: Outreach group and shelters/rescue organization

·       Individual: Volunteer and Pet Owner

To nominate, visit http://petsplusus.com/championawards. Nominations are open until June 30, when the public will be invited to vote. The top five nominations, as decided by voters, are presented to a panel, and the winners will be announced on October 24. Pets Plus Us will donate $1,500 to each winners' charity of choice.