RICHMOND, Va. — Animal lovers and their pets gathered to celebrate the start of autumn at Richmond Animal League’s (RAL) first-ever Fall Fest.
The event featured live music, food trucks, local vendors and fun for humans and pets. There were also adoptable animals on-site, hoping to find their forever homes.
During the event, winners of this year’s RAL Calendar Contest were announced, including Walter the Weather Dog. The CBS 6 viewer favorite came in sixth place by raising more than $5,500 for the shelter.
Raissa Gore’s dog Daisy came in fifth bringing in more than $6,500 and Thelma Ruhlen’s kitty came in fourth with more than $7,000 raised.
Julie Bigam’s cat Simba came was third raising more than $9,300 and Big Al scored second by raising nearly $9,500.
Mark Paniccia’s dog Maya won the contest and the cover spot by raising nearly $13,400.
FULL INTERVIEW: All about Richmond Animal League’s new Fall Fest
FULL INTERVIEW: All about Richmond Animal League’s new Fall Fest
This year’s calendar contest raised nearly $86,500 to help animals in need.