By Cheyanne Admire

Ruston community members brought their furry friends for a spa day at Louisiana Tech’s annual Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club’s Dog Dip held recently on South Campus.

Dogs of various breeds were offered a bath, flea dip and nail trim for $7.

“We wanted to give back to the community that gives to us,” said Jaylie Waalk, vice president of the Pre-Vet Club.

Despite being short staffed this year, student volunteers were able to raise $1,070 to help fund future events.

Austin Birch, attendee of the event and owner of a chocolate lab, said, “My pup loved getting attention and affection from everyone. I think the club is doing a great job. I’m looking forward to bringing my dog to future Pre Vet Club events.”

The club does host other events that are open to the public, including a yearly Dog Dash 5K run, where participants can bring their dog and run with them.

“We plan on growing a lot in the future,” said Waalk. “We eventually want to do even more to help the community and local animal shelters.:

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