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Hounds on the Hunt hosted by
Humane Society of Logan County
[March 31, 2026]
On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the
Humane Society of Logan County hosted its second annual Hounds on
the Hunt at Central Bark Dog Park. The event was free to the public
and sponsored by several local businesses.
Humane Society volunteers Brenda Short and Marilyn Wheat explained
how the Easter egg hunt worked. Dogs and their owners would collect
five eggs scattered throughout the dog park. Once they had gathered
five eggs, their human counterparts could exchange them for prizes
such as toys, treats, and bandanas. Fourteen members of the National
Honor Society at Olympia High School assisted with awarding prizes
and serving Pup Cups. They also ran the popular Pup Cup Station.
Short and Wheat also noted that
several dogs in attendance had been adopted from the Humane Society,
while several other HSLC volunteers helped ensure everyone enjoyed
the hunt, even bringing their own dogs.
Dog trainer Danielle Dehart was
also on hand to answer owners’ questions. At the shelter, she works
with dogs on their initial training and developed the idea for the
agility course at this year’s event. The course itself was even
decorated for Easter, with eggs scattered throughout and carrots
popping up from the ground.
When the dogs weren’t testing their
skills on the agility course or indulging in a pup cup, they enjoyed
running free and playing in the park's main area. Meanwhile, an
Easter-themed photo setup—with a bench, spring backdrop, flowers,
balloons, and bunnies—provided owners a chance to snap holiday
photos with their pups.
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Several dogs and a few owners
participated in the costume contest, with costumes ranging from
Easter bunnies to Cookie Monster. Some dogs wore dresses and tutus.
The contest featured three categories: Owner/Dog Costume Duo, Cutest
Costume, and Most Creative Costume, and was judged by Seth Goodman,
Tammi Purcell, and Kathie Williams. Jack won Owner/Dog Costume Duo,
Lola took Cutest Costume, and Benny earned Most Creative Costume.
Each winner received a trophy and bragging or barking rights.
For more information about the
Humane Society of Logan County, please visit their website at
hslclincoln.org.
Joli Boerma |
