Dog Wash Raises $8,500 To Support Military Dogs In Iraq And Afghanistan

Happy Tails Greatly Exceeds Expectations of Summer-long Campaign

VIENNA, VA (Tuesday, July 26, 2005) - In its ongoing efforts to support military dogs stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan, Happy Tails Dog Spa™ raised more than $8,500 and washed nearly 160 dogs at a fundraiser yesterday at its headquarters on Tyco Road.

"We're simply overwhelmed by the enormous local and international support that has been generated through this campaign," said Amy Nichols, President & CEO of Happy to be Here, Inc., the franchise company of Happy Tails Dog Spa™. "When we began this campaign, we had modest hopes of raising about $1,000 and maybe washing 50 dogs. But our customers and the entire community have rallied behind this campaign and our initial expectations have been blown away."

Beginning July 4, Happy Tails Dog Spa™ launched a summer-long campaign to raise money, create awareness and collect donated items to support America's brave military dogs and their handlers stationed overseas. All proceeds generated from the dog wash and other fundraising events will defer the cost of cooling equipment for the dogs and heat-resistant clothing for their handlers.

The dog wash on Sunday included a steady stream of customers, as four wash stations worked non-stop throughout the afternoon.

"There was a 45-minute wait at times, but area dog lovers were undeterred from supporting their troops overseas," Nichols said. "Many members of the community visited the event only to donate money and watch the dog wash. It was a spectacular turnout."

Along with the money raised, Happy Tails Dog Spa™ has also collected the following items for the dogs and their handlers: 210 pounds of dog bones, 40 pounds of dog treats, 10 pounds of beef jerky, 30 pounds of sunflower seeds, 81 rope toys, 143 tennis balls, 42 flying discs, 1,305 tubes of lip balm and 153 bottles of sunscreen, as well as other supplies.

>From now until September 5, Happy Tails will be concentrating on raising funds to purchase and send more specialized equipment and supplies to the dogs and handlers. Those interested in participating in this unique and important cause should visit or mail checks to Happy Tails Dog Spa™, 8528-F Tyco Road, Tysons Corner, VA, 22182.

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