More than 800 animal lovers and their pets gathered at Seattle Humane’s 13th annual Walk for the Animals at Green Lake on Sunday, Oct. 18, raising $127,000. The total is expected to climb in the next few days as donations continue to come in. These funds will help Seattle Humane provide food, shelter, and veterinary care to thousands of orphaned pets in our community. Donations can still be made at http://www.seattlehumane.org/walk

The top fundraiser in the youth age group was Ella Griffith, who raised $380. The highest fundraising team was “Four on the Floor,” raising $11,000. The top individual fundraiser was Sarah Mogk, raising $6,145.

After the 2.8 mile dog walk, the fun continued with vendor booths, raffles, photo booths, and a stage show featuring adoptable pets. A highlight this year was guest Richard Purrman taking selfies with well behaved dogs and getting everyone in the spirit for the afternoon’s Seahawks game.

Walk for the Animals was presented by The Safeway Foundation.