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Atlantic Station will host The 5K Walk for the Animals, Sunday, Oct. 16, to raise money for the Atlanta Humane Society. Thousands of people and their dogs are expected to walk for the cause. It’s the Atlanta Humane Society’s largest fundraiser, and all net proceeds will help save the lives of the city’s homeless animals. For more info, visit atlantahumane.org.

PAWS Atlanta is one of seven grant recipients from across the country to receive funds to help combat dental disease, and promote preventive care, in shelter dogs and cats. The seven grants, totaling $55,000, are the result of money raised through Banfield Pet Hospital’s second children’s book, “My Very, Very Smelly Breath.”

Pet Pick

Meet Lawrence – a really sweet pup in search of a home. He loves any sort of attention from people, but he is just waiting on the right person to understand his calm personality. His ideal life would be going for long walks with his person and being the center of attention. Lawrence would do best in an only-pet home with no young children. To adopt Lawrence or any of the other available cats and dogs, visit PAWSAtlanta at pawsatlanta.org or the shelter at 5287 Covington Highway in Decatur.

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