http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h3501/show
http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c111:H.R.3501:
$3,500 annual tax deduction for “qualified pet care expenses" That includes trips to the veterinarian’s office. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter sponsors the resolution, commonly called the Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years, or HAPPY Act. On July 31, it was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
If passed, the amendment would apply as early as the 2010 taxable year.

Just reporting back on
PARTY WITH THE BIG DOG WITH THE FRIENDS OF JUPITER BEACH

was a wonderful success!

You can view the video here on UVU

http://ka.uvuvideo.org/_Party-Like-the- ... 86294.html

Saturday, August 8
Party Like the Big Dogs at the Square Grouper Tiki Bar, Jupiter inlet. Dogs are usually not allowed, so this is a very special occasion and benefits Friends of Jupiter Beach.

If the Square Grouper sounds familiar, it is the site that inspired Alan Jackson for "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere", which was shot partially, there http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ib8nH4kHjxk

Two exciting events, overlooking the sparkling inlet and lighthouse await those for the $10/pp donation/admission (day & night).

Square Grouper's Dog Wash & Tiki Towel Off is
10 am - 2 pm, with dogs welcome inside the Square Grouper until 4 pm.
For everyone's safety:
Well-socialized dogs. No flexi/retractable leads, please. One dog per handler. No pups under four months old, no females in season.
In the evening, Party Like the Big Dogs (humans only) 7 pm - 10 pm . Enjoy drink specials, giveaways, live music by Vanilla Monk, a tremendous silent auction and more. Proceeds benefit Friends of Jupiter Beach, the volunteer group with 15 years of dedication, in keeping Jupiter Beach clean and dog-friendly.


Award-winning photographer Tina Valant will be snapping photos. Community support is needed with dog-wash teams, event volunteers, auction items, supplies, and sponsorship. Donations of towels for the dog wash are needed; even better, BYOT !
more info: www.friendsofjupiterbeach.com

photo caption:
Riley, Mickey, Kaira, Murphy & Lucy are ready to party!
photo: Tina Valant www.HaveDog.com

National Canine Cancer Foundation Fundraiser


Cancer is the number i natural cause of death in dogs. 1 out of 3 dogs will get cancer. The National Canine Cancer Foundation is a nationwide, contribution funded, non profit corporation whose mission is to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.

Chris Pike, Marketing and Promotion Director from Clear Channel Radio has lost his golden Skylar Blue to cancer and his remaining golden,Kiana, has a brain tumor and will be going up to Minnesota to be the first dog on an experimental treatment.

Chris put this fundraiser out. We came! We spent money and the gang was all there. $1131 was raised. an awesome start.

I was honored to represent the pharmacy and local rescue along with Lisa and Bob.

heres is the link to fund raising page
http://wearethecure.org/friends/skyler-blue

we should be talking about having little fundraisers all over the county.

here are some photos
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2 ... 9b88cb9593
Location: Rita’s Italian Ice Royal Palm Florida

We Are The Cure Announces first Palm Beach County Fundraiser!

The National Canine Cancer Foundation will host it’s first ever fundraiser in Palm Beach County, FL on July 16th, 2009 at Rita’s Italian Ice Southern Palm Crossing.

July 16th from 6 PM to 9 PM, 20% of sales will benefit wearethecure.org. Additionally, there will be official “We Are The Cure,” items available for donations; hats, pins and bracelets, to show your support.

Everyone is welcome, especially dogs! There will be special Rita’s Italian Ice flavors, Gelati’s for the dogs, Misto’s for the kids, prizes, giveaways and LOTS of belly rubs.

Rita’s Italian Ice at Southern Palm Crossing, 11071 Southern Boulevard Royal Palm Beach, FL has generously partnered up with Clear Channel Radio Stations KOOL 105.5 and Wild 95.5 for this event. For additional information on this event, being involved, or hosting future events please contact Chris Pike at 561-676-7000.

This is a free event to attend, please come and support, share or just to check it out!