Photo: Gerardo Mora/Getty Images for Wins For Warriors Foundation
Gerardo Mora/Getty Images for Wins For Warriors Foundation
What is the goal of this event?
The goal of the Grand Slam Adoption Event is to raise awareness for dog adoption, and to raise funds for dogs to be rescued from shelters and then trained as service animals for military veterans.Why is this event important to you and Justin?This event combines multiple passions of both Justin and mine. First, we’re both passionate dog lovers and have grown up with rescue animals. Also, we’re huge supporters of the military and veteran community. Justin started a charity called Wins for Warriors Foundation which focuses on serving those who serve this Country. The ability to work together to rescue dogs and to support military veterans is extremely important to us.How has it changed over the years?We’re on our 4th annual year of the Grand Slam Adoption Event, and I couldn’t be more excited about how it’s progressed and grown. Each year, we’re able to raise awareness and funds for adoptable dogs. This year, we’ve partnered with an incredible dog trainer, and all funds raised will go to a program to rescue dogs from shelters to train them to be service animals for military veterans.
Are there any new things you are looking forward to since it is in Houston this year?
How has the move to Houston been overall?
Justin and I love Houston and have felt incredibly welcome. I can’t believe it’s almost been a year!How has your dog adjusted to the move?Our dog Harley is doing great with the move but wishes it weren’t so hot in the summer!Did your love for animals factor into your relationship?It certainly didn’t hurt! I don’t think either of us could be with someone who doesn’t love dogs!What do you and your pets have planned for the future outside of this event?Justin, Harley, and I are expanding our family soon … so who knows, maybe we’ll expand our dog family sometime soon as well!
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