NH SPCA Looking for Helping Hands -- and Paws -- Sunday

The New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to animals is looking for some helping hands -- and paws -- for a huge fundraiser Sunday.

Paws Walk 2011 raises money for the more than 3,000 animals that the Stratham-based shelter takes in each year. The event will be held all day at Stratham Hill Park.

So far, more than $60,000 has been raised.

Registration fees range from $5 to $20. More info can be found here.

There will be two walking routes -- a 1.5-mile and a 2-mile -- for owners and their dogs. All dogs must be leashed, licensed and up to date on vaccinations. Females must not be in season. Participants cannot bring any animal other than a dog to the event, unless given prior approval by the NHSPCA. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

The event will be held rain or shine.