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2nd Annual Durham Pet Fair Willy Award

2010 Willy Award Recipients
Pictured accepting the grand prize check (second from right) is Alexia Belperron and Heather Sullivan (far left) with Wylie from the Meriden Humane Society; Susan Linker (far right) from Our Companions; Christina Ruszczyk (second from left), East Haven Animal Control Officer; presenter Mark Paturzo of Help Willy’s Friends and, of course, Willy!

Congratulations to The Meriden Humane Society for winning the 2nd Annual ‘Willy Award’. This award was the result of the many generous contributions from all exhibitors and attendees participating in the Durham Pet Fair held this past May 16th at the Coginchaug Regional High School.

To apply for the award, Shelters and Rescues were asked to write a short essay explaining how the monetary donation would be best utilized at their facility if awarded. We applaud all of the participating organizations and extend special congratulations to the Meriden Humane Society who captured $3,000.00 for first place. Second place was awarded to Our Companions who collected $1,000.00 and a $500.00 third place prize was granted to the East Haven Animal Control. Many thanks are given to all of the contestants for entering in this year’s contest.

The following organizations were also awarded a free spay/neuter from our good friends at the Durham Veterinary Hospital:

  • Friends of Berlin Animal Control
  • Shih Tzu and Furbabies
  • Bandit’s Place
  • Angeldogz
  • Friends of Homeless Animals