Host Your Child’s Next Birthday Party At Arlington Animal Services
By Office of Communication
Posted on March 04, 2016, March 04, 2016

Host Your Child’s Next Birthday Party At Arlington Animal Services

Friends and family help Mariah Hanlon, center, celebrate her 10th birthday at Arlington Animal Services on January 30, 2016.
Photo Credit: City of Arlington


The first Animal Services birthday party of 2016 was held on Saturday, January 30 for Mariah Hanlon.

Mariah turned 10 years old and wanted to celebrate at Arlington Animal Services with her family and friends. Mariah is a huge animal lover and asked her guest to bring donations for the shelter animals in lieu of birthday gifts. Mariah and her guests excitement filled the room as Volunteer Administrator Cheri Colbert talked about animal safety and being a responsible pet owner.

The highlight of the day was when two furry pet therapy animals, Diggins and Elwood came to visit and put smiles on the faces of everyone there.

Mariah, the birthday girl said "I absolutely loved everything about my party. The volunteers were nice and the activities were fun!"

Mariah's parents said the party was planned out and very organized. "The volunteers were amazing at keeping the party moving along. It was a great learning experience in a fun environment. Everything was done for me, I was able to sit back, socialize with family and friends, and actually enjoy my daughter's birthday. Thank you for all your hard work!"

Interested in having a birthday party in a unique setting? Get information about booking a party at Arlington Animal Services from Cheri Colbert at [email protected] or 817-459-6183.

Click here to see a gallery of photos from Mariah's birthday party.

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