The first annual Paw-A-Thon for families and pets took place Sunday at Legacy Park.
The event started when local teen Jessica Gilbertson decided to do something to help animals in need. She then came up with the idea to put on an event to raise money and awareness on spaying and neutering animals. Gilbertson then joined forces with the Boys and Girls Club of Malibu’s Torch Club and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to organize the Paw-A-Thon.
The event that included face painting, musical performances, pet competitions, raffle prizes and other festivities. The event was made possible by Torch Club members, club parents, and community volunteers.
Face-painting at the Paw-A-Thon
Boys and Girls Club Torch member, Haley George gets in the spirit with her big paw slippers last weekend at the Paw-AThon.
Georgia Brufsky and her pup strut past the judges during the Best Pet Competition during the Paw-A-Thon.
Sisters Caroline and Georgia Brufsky, along with their dogs Reggie and Riley Bell, win the Best Friend Award at the local animal event.
Haven Malkki monkeys around on the art piece at Legacy Park on Sunday.