TOPSHAM – Flying Changes Center for Therapeutic Riding, Route 201, is preparing for the second annual Critterthon benefit on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the center.

The center seeks participants who will to put on their walking shoes and show off their favorite pet. In addition to dogs and small farm animals, small pets kept in cages (birds, hamsters, guinea pigs, mice) or other small containers (ants, fiddler crabs, turtles) are welcome. Small red wagons will be provided by advance request to assist with pet transport around the indoor arena.

Rain or shine, individuals, families and teams will step out to marching music in a grande parade, compete for prizes for the biggest/smallest/cutest/most unusual pet, best costume for pet or owner, pet/owner look-alike and greatest distance walked. Top prize for the most sponsorships raised for Flying Changes special needs riding programs is a $100 gift certificate to Bookland.

WCSH6 news anchor and Flying Changes volunteer Shannon Moss will walk with “Lily,” the Flying Changes Outreach Program’s miniature horse.

Preregistration is advised. Call 729-0168 or check the Web site at www.flyingchanges.org.