Pawlympics fun at Pet Express

MANILA, Philippines - Dog lovers of all ages had a lot of fun as cool canines competed in the recent Pet Express “Doggie  Pawlympics 2016” at the SM Mall of Asia-Dock Diving and Dog Agility Competitions.

Jojo Isorena of the Philippine Dog Athletics Association encouraged all pet parents to have their dogs try different dog sports like dock diving and dog agility, and train them for these. The introduction of the teacup dog agility for small dogs helps them become smarter and healthier.

This year, the Gerald Anderson Foundation joined in the fun as they competed in the Dock Diving competition with their K9 dog Koda and other dog pawlympians. Ken Anderson, brother of Gerald, encouraged pet parents to train their dogs to perform services like searching for missing persons during calamities and other emergencies. He added that dogs can also be of service to persons with disabilities.

Veteran pawlympian Katara with her parent Vicky Ortega won first place in the Dock Diving competition. Meanwhile, Joe Claret with his Mini Pin Max, Vicky Arseo with her Shealty Pasha and Lisa Kulp with Rajah, won the Teacup Dog Agility Competition.

The Pet Express Doggie Pawlympics event was held in partnership with Kibbles n’ Bits, Maynilad Water, and the Philippine Dog Athletics Association; with special participation of the Gerald Anderson Foundation.

Dog and cat enthusiasts can join the Pet Express Dog and Cat Expo 2016 today at the SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia.

For information, visit Pet Express stores at SM Cubao, SM Hypermarket Makati, SM Mall of Asia, SM City North EDSA, SM City Fairview, SM City Masinag, and SM City Dasmariñas. Become a fan the Pet Express  Facebook page for updates.