Dogs On The Run founder named to San Diego Metropolitan Magazine’s 40 under 40 list

Aug. 15, 2012 - PRLog -- April Alvillar, President and Founder of Dogs On The Run, a well-known pet sitting and dog walking business, was named to San Diego Metropolitan Magazine’s 40 under 40 list.
Founded in 2003, Alvillar has grown DOTR to more than 45 pet care professionals in several cities and states, received numerous accolades for providing excellent customer service and is recognized for playing an active role in the San Diego community.

“Whether it’s providing pet food, leashes, collars, and other pet supplies to Brother Bennos or working with the Escondido Humane Society during their summer camps to help educate children on pet care, I truly enjoy giving back,” said Alvillar.  “It’s an honor to be included on this list with so many other successful individuals!”

Each year, DOTR hosts a “Presents 4 Pets” collection drive and all of the supplies collected are distributed to local shelters and rescue organizations. In 2007, Alvillar helped gather supplies which were distributed to evacuation centers for the wild fires. As a result, the American Red Cross acknowledged Alvillar and DOTR as the "Pet Angels." The company is continuously donating to other foundations, including the Morris Animal Foundation (K-9 Cancer Research), Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and various Humane Societies.

Alvillar and DOTR have received numerous awards, including runner-up for the “Business of the Year” and “Members in Action” by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, “The Best Dog Sitting/Walking Service” by Ranch & Coast Magazine and “Talk of the Town” for excellence in customer satisfaction.

For more information on Dogs on the Run, visit http://www.dogsontherun.com/.