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Fallbrook charity to host "Art 4 Good Dogs" auction

Local artists with autism to help disabled children get service dogs

FALLBROOK – Good Dog! Service Canines announced their 10th-anniversary celebration, Art 4 Good Dogs, will be on March 9 at Monserate Vineyards and Winery from 4-7 p.m.

Talented artists from across the nation have created one-of-a-kind dog figurines exclusively for the art auction fundraiser. Among the 50 artists contributing incredible artwork to the event are Jeremy Sicile-Kira and Joel Anderson, two local artists diagnosed with autism.

"Having a service dog can be helpful for people on the spectrum because dogs are loyal companions to make their lives very special," explained Anderson about the inspiration behind his donated piece. "Good Dog's dogs bring their owners joy, courage, strength, and love. Thank you, Good Dog! Service Canines, for making connections that change lives for those of us on the Autism Spectrum."

Artists were provided with resin casting replicas of the famous pop art statue "Balloon Dog" by American artist Jeff Koons to create original art limited only by the artists' imagination. The entire auction catalog will be available online for pre-bidding starting March 1.

"Frankly, Handsome was my best friend, and his great spirit is still with me," said Sicile Kira of his recently deceased assistance dog. The San Diego-based artist credits the special pup for his Art 4 Good Dogs contribution.

The in-person event will include live and silent auctions, a meet and greet reception with service dogs in-training, live music, a hosted wine and beer bar, and a light dinner. Additionally, a live stream will be available for registered virtual guests who can't attend the in-person event but wish to participate in the festivities.

Proceeds from the Art 4 Good Dogs fundraiser will help support Good Dog! Service Canine's mission of providing life-changing service dogs to children with developmental disabilities such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Fragile X, ADHD, and other related conditions.

Tickets to the in-person event start at $50. Registration for the online auction is free, and sponsorship opportunities are now available. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit art4gooddogs.org.

For more information on Good Dog! Service Canines, visit http://www.gooddogservicecanines.org/.

Submitted by Good Dog Service Canines.

 

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