Sierra Vista Pet Idol Contest

Sierra Vista, AZ. 04/12/11. The City of Sierra Vista, The Sierra Vista Herald, Goin' to Grandma's and Sierra Toyota are proud to sponsor this year's Annual Pet Idol Contest.. Voting begins on Saturday, April 16. Ballots are available in the Sierra Vista Herald each day beginning April 16 through April 24 so cast a vote! Ballots can be dropped off at the Sierra Vista Herald/ Review offices, Sierra Toyota, Goin' to Grandma's, the Ethel Berger Center, Sierra Vista Public Library, Oscar Yrun Community Center, The Cove, the Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Center, or City Hall.

Winners will be awarded certificates, included is a Certificate from Happy Pets Pet Sitting Service and prizes at a free public Pet Idol event on Wednesday, April 27 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Center, located at 6799 E. Highway 90. Area residents and their pets are invited to attend for refreshments, tours, and pet adoptions. For more information, go to www.svherald.com.

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