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WHEREAS, Brad Childs, Chris Weber and Eyetique have teamed up with Animal Rescue Flights (ARF) to support the movement to end canine euthanasia in the United States; and
WHEREAS, ARF promotes, plans and transports animals from overcrowded shelters to other parts of the country where qualified families are waiting to adopt them; and
WHEREAS, through the Pittsburgh eyewear company's new storewide campaign, "Puppy Eyes," Eyetique customers and the general public are getting a chance to make a difference; and
WHEREAS, the goal of "Puppy Eyes" is to collect 50,000 pounds of dog food, about a year's worth for Georgia-area shelters, which have a very high kill rate; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Childs hopes to caravan the supplies to the region on August 18th by plane and on the ground; and
WHEREAS, after delivery, the caravan will begin an important second phase: bringing the dogs back to northeast non-kill shelters that have high adoption rates.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh recognizes Brad. Childs, Chris Weber and Eyetique's "Puppy Eyes" campaign for their positive influence and care provided to animals; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby declares July 21, 2009, "Puppy Eyes Day" in the City of Pittsburgh.