Wayside Waifs – 31st annual Strutt With Your Mutt
Wayside Waifs’ 31st annual Strutt With Your Mutt was held on October 3rd. The celebration of pets and people will benefit abandoned, abused, and homeless animals. Wayside Waifs is creating a more humane Kansas City for both animals and people.
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Waif Alum Freya was proud of her participation! |
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Monica Swanson and her dog won first place in the Women’s Run with Dogs. |
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Medals for everyone! |
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The Strutt |
Read more from the October 30, 2021 issue of The Independent
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