Join us for this special pet-oriented fundraising event to raise awareness of the link between animal cruelty and battered women. We will be having a Cincinnati Chihuahuas booth to spread the word about our group. 

If you can volunteer to staff the booth for either the duration of the event or part of the time, your assistance is appreciated. We hope that all members can participate in the event itself.

The 5th Annual Bark Out Against Battering Pet Fest

An event to raise awareness about the link between pet abuse and domestic violence.

Not only is cruelty to animals frequently both an indicator and predictor of interpersonal, family, and community violence, but an alarming number of women report that threats to their companion and farm animals prevent them from leaving abusive relationships. Funds raised from this event will help to support the YWCA’s efforts to work with the SPCA in removing the worry women have by assisting in providing protective shelter for pets during the women’s stay in shelter.

Celebrate your furry companions while supporting this important cause with a pet costume contest and parade, pet vendors, doggy trick or treating, great prizes and more!

Saturday, October 25th
11:00 a.m. - 1:30p.m.
Washington Park in Downtown Cincinnati

Register your pet for this event (click this link to fill out the official registration form).