Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan Announces Great Dog Adventure Contest & Vacation Package

LOS ANGELES, April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned dog behaviorist, Cesar Millan will host the first-ever Great Dog Adventure Contest, offering contestants the opportunity to join him and the world's most famous dog, Scooby-Doo, for a lively weekend of canine fun in the sun in San Diego, CA presented by Best Western and Veterinary Pet Insurance.

"I am happy to host the first-ever Great Dog Adventure.  This event will give families an opportunity to spend a fun-filled summer weekend with their dogs, as well as other dog owners, doing things they love," Cesar said.

As part of the inaugural Great Dog Adventure, Cesar Millan and Scooby-Doo will host a grand scavenger hunt along with a special picnic for all in attendance.  At the picnic, guests will welcome the arrival of the famous Mystery Machine along with a Scooby-Doo costumed character.  In addition to spending time with Cesar and Scooby, guests will be provided with Scooby Fun Packs, including items from toys and plush characters to dog accessories and Scooby Snacks.    

Contestants are asked to write an essay, of no more than 200 words (in English), recounting an inspirational story about how, as a pack leader, they worked in tandem with their dog to help others.  All contestants are also asked to submit a single photo, at least of them and their dog.

Three winners will be awarded a grand prize, which includes:

• Participation in a 50-dog Pack Walk in San Diego led by Cesar Millan on June 26, 2010
• Two (2) consecutive nights' hotel accommodations at the Best Western Hacienda Hotel for two adults and 2 children under the age of 17 (double occupancy)
• Ground transportation for all transfers from and to the hotel for off-site adventure events
• Three (3) meals with Cesar Millan including breakfast, picnic lunch, with special guest Scooby-Doo, and dinner at the renowned San Diego Zoo
• VIP tickets to Cesar Live event with VIP pre-party on June 25, 2010
• Photo and book signing opportunity with Cesar Millan and Scooby-Doo
• One gift bag including a copy of Cesar Millan's latest book, How to Raise the Perfect Dog, and an array of fun Scooby-Doo items

Fans who choose not to enter the contest can still participate in the event.  Starting April 5, vacation packages that include all of the benefits of the contest will be offered on CesarsWay.com.  A portion of the proceeds will go to the Cesar and Ilusion Millan Foundation, which promotes animal welfare and community animal education programs.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. To enter and for contest details and rules, please visit www.cesarsway.com. Open only to legal U.S. residents (excluding Puerto Rico) who are 18 years of age or older at time of entry. Limit one entry per person/email address. Contest starts at 5:00 PM PDT on March 31st, 2010 and ends 11:59 PM PDT on April 27, 2010. Sponsored by Cesar Millan, Inc., 3727 W. Magnolia Blvd., #706 Burbank, CA 91510

For more information, including official rules, about the Great Dog Adventure Contest and Vacation, please visit www.cesarsway.com/adventure.

About Cesar Millan

Dog behavior specialist Cesar Millan is best known for his hit television series Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan on National Geographic Channel.  The Cesar and Ilusion Millan Foundation promotes the adoption of abused and abandoned dogs at shelters and rescue organizations.  The foundation also provides direct funding for spaying and neutering programs and the humane education of children of all ages.  For more information, visit MillanFoundation.org.

About Best Western Rewards

Best Western Rewards is one of the industry's most generous rewards programs and one of few that is truly international. With more than 4,000 locations in 80 countries, Best Western makes it easy for members to earn points that can be redeemed for global free room nights with no blackout dates, dining, shopping and entertainment gift cards, gas cards, airline miles and more. Rewards program members can book their award nights and purchase travel at www.bestwestern.com.

SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Hanna-Barbera.

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