Approximately 6 million new cancer diagnoses are made in dogs and cats annually, according to the Animal Cancer Foundation (ACF), a non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for cancer in pets and people. 

To support their mission, Pet Valu, a national specialty retailer of premium pet food, treats, toys and accessories, will donate proceeds collected from its $10 self-serve dog-wash stations on May 11-12 at more than 300 store locations nationwide to ACF. 

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In Montgomery County, Pet Valu locations include Bala Cynwyd, Hatfield, Ardmore, Conshohocken, Audubon, Blue Bell, Oaks, Flourtown, Spring House, Royersford, Jenkintown, Springfield, Souderton and Gilbertsville.

This annual “Come Clean for Cancer” fundraiser has raised more than $165,000 since its inception in 2014. Last year alone, the pet retailer raised over $60,000 for ACF.  

Pet Valu’s self-serve dog-wash stations come with all the supplies and amenities needed including shampoo, towel service, aprons, treats, professional high velocity dryers and an elevated tub with easy access steps. The dog-wash stations are open during store hours and cost $10.  

Pet Valu is a specialty retailer of premium pet food, treats, toys and accessories. Their pet friendly stores offer over 7,000 products including holistic and premium brands of pet foods and treats as well as a wide selection of essential and innovative pet supplies to suit every budget. Chain-wide, Pet Valu is dedicated to helping local pets in need and by partnering with local shelters, rescues and charities through national donation drives and fundraising campaigns. Pet Valu employees are Pet Experts and pet lovers, too.  

Animal Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to finding novel treatment therapies and eventual cures for cancer by funding research in and increasing public awareness of comparative oncology, the study of naturally occurring cancers in pets and people to benefit both. Founded by Gerald S. Post, DVM, MEM, Diplomate ACVIM (Oncology) in October 1999, Animal Cancer Foundation is based in Norwalk, CT.   

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