Dining with the Dogs to help K-9 first-responder programs

Proceeds from an April 2 fundraiser at the historic Camarillo House will benefit a trio of K-9 first-responder programs.

Dining with the Dogs proceeds will go to the National Police Dog Foundation, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department’s K-9 Search and Rescue Team and the Sheriff’s Department’s K-9 unit. It is the first collaborative fundraising effort for the three organizations, said veterinarian Dr. Ron Dalzell, treasurer of the foundation and an event organizer.

“Most people don’t realize the agencies work together as closely as they do,” he said. “Most people think the dog programs are paid for by the various departments, but if we didn’t have the public providing the funds, we wouldn’t be able to provide the services.”

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- vcstar.com

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