Paws on Parade April 27 in Avinger

A captivating covey of canines will strut their stuff April 27 at 10:30 a.m. during the Wildflowers & Wine festival in Avinger, Texas.  All four-legged participants will be rescue dogs, brought to the festival by the Friends of Jefferson Animals (FOJA) organization.

With hopes of finding each dog a forever home, Dina Carroll, FOJA administrator, urges East Texas residents to attend the Rescue Dog Walk.

“We have an overpopulation of strays in the South. Currently I have 70 stray puppies and dogs, and over 25 kittens and cats.  We’ve taken in 11 puppies during the first week of April alone,” says Ms. Carroll.

While not everyone can take in a stray canine, FOJA welcomes donations, whether monetary or of much-needed supplies, such as dog or cat food. Visit the FOJA website at www.friendsofjeffersonanimals.org to learn about current needs and animals seeking adoption. 

The Rescue Dog Walk is a Wildflowers and Wine event.The festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 27, in Avinger, Texas.A Wine Garden opens at 11 a.m., featuring the finest Texas wineries. Other events include an Art & Photography Show, kids’ activities, shopping, food trucks and music by 92.3 FM, The Depot. A community parade begins at 4 p.m., and bingo follows at 5:30 p.m. in the Avinger VFD building. Visit avingertxchamber.org for details.