Press Release

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Contact:Sara Martinez, Event Planner

Blackbird’s Bowl, Natural Pet Foods & More

(630) 740-2603

Blackbird’s Bowl, Natural Pet Foods & More teams up with the Joliet Slammers for a day of Barking in the Park

Morris, IL, August 6, 2012 –Blackbird’s Bowl, Natural Pet Foods & More is proud to sponsor the Joliet Slammer’s Bark in the Park. On August 19th grab your family, including your pooch, for a day out at the field. The Joliet Slammer’s will face off against the Lake Erie Crushers at 2:05pm. Tickets for seating on the grass berms are just $5 per person and there is no extra charge for your dog.Set up a picnic on the grass and enjoy the beautiful weather and a baseball game with your furry friend by your side.

“What better way to spend a summer day, than drinking an icy cold one while watching a ball game with your dog,” says Blackbird’s Bowl’s owner and wellness consultant, Tammi Janel, when asked why she chose to sponsor Bark in the Park.

When you take a break to grab a hot dog, don’t forget to grab one of Blackbird’s dehydrated chews for your dog. You can find everything from dehydrated duck feet to peanut butter biscuits at the two locationson the concourse near each grass berm. Blackbird’s Bowl will have their famous Barkery Treats available that are all wheat, corn and soy free, with completely grain free options as well. You can also find their raffle table near the main entrance. Stop by and enter for a chance to win a prize for your lucky dog.

Does your dog have an awesome bark or howl? Bring them out to “Bark in the Park” for a chance to win a gift certificate to Blackbird’s Bowl. Prior to the game, Blackbird’s Bowl will pick three dogs to compete during a between inning game for the most interesting bark. The crowd will decide the winner and that dog will bring home the grand prize! To enter the contest, email a video of your dog’s remarkable bark to . The three contestants will be chosen by August 15th and will receive two free tickets to the game.

For more chances to win tickets, visit Blackbird’s Bowl on cruise night, August 11th, at 221 Liberty St in Downtown Morris. For every $5 you spend between the hours of 5pm and 9pm you will receive one raffle ticket. Five pairs of tickets will be raffled off throughout the night. “Like” Blackbird’s Facebook page ( for even more chances to win free tickets to this exciting event!

About Blackbird’s Bowl

Blackbird’s Bowl offers a unique approach to selling pet food by providing a 100% wheat free store, a large selection of gluten & grain free food and treats, plus an entire line of supplements in their Apawthecary. The non-food items in the boutique offer many products Made in the USA, eco-friendly and/or locally made.

Blackbird’s Bowl, Natural Pet Foods & More is committed to providing the finest pet products on the market today. Their product portfolio consists of a majority of American made & sourced pet foods, supplements, treats, & toys. They are passionate about offering the very best to dog and cat parents! A back to basics family owned company with expertise in holistic wellness consulting for progressive animal guardians. They enjoy working one on one with proactive clients wanting to transition to a higher quality nutritional protocol and also with clients that are dealing with allergies and other frustrating imbalances that create disharmony within the animal and the entire household.

For more information on Blackbird’s Bowl and their Bark in the Park event, please contact Sara Martinez at 815-941-9311 (store), 630-740-2603 (mobile), or visit their website at

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