SAN DIEGO, July 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Unleashed by Petco today announced that professional surfer, Taylor Knox, will be one of the judges in this year's Surf Dog Competition taking place in Imperial Beach, CA on July 13, 2014.
"As a supporter of animal adoption and pet parent myself, I'm stoked to be partnering with Unleashed by Petco to support both the surfing community as well as the San Diego Humane Society," says Taylor Knox.
Knox will also serve as one of the judges of the surf dog competition alongside Jim Janney, Mayor of IB; Brad Wills, San Diego Fox 5; Gary Weitzman, President and CEO San Diego Humane Society; Ron & Tillman, from Natural Balance and Vito Spano, Vice President Unleashed by Petco.
The event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., will also host an on-site dog park, treats for dog competitors and viewers, and a dog wash station. Human attendees will also experience a variety of San Diego-based food and beverage suppliers, including Bitchin' Burgers food truck, Devilicious food truck, Ale Smith brewery and Coronado Brewing Co.
Those who are interested in participating can register at www.unleashedbypetco.com/surfdog.
About Unleashed by Petco
Unleashed by Petco is a community oriented pet specialty retailer that focuses on natural nutrition and dog and cat supply essentials. The Unleashed by Petco brand offers more than 100 locations nationwide specializing in natural and organic pet food and treats including a large made-in-the-USA assortment. As part of the Petco family of brands, Unleashed works with and supports the Petco Foundation, an independent nonprofit organization, which has raised more than $125 million since it was created in 1999 to help promote and improve the welfare of companion animals. In conjunction with the Petco Foundation and its partners, we host regular in-store adoption events and help find homes for thousands of animals every year.
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