"Cause I Can" Judith Cantor's fundraising projects

Happy as a...

pig in mud! Yup, on Saturday a week I'll be taking part in Sydney's inaugural Mud Run up at Glenworth Valley - and I've decided to raise much-needed money for RSPCA NSW.

Every year, especially at this time of year, people abandon their pets without a second thought. Often unwanted Christmas gifts, or animals that have grown up and have lost their "cute" factor. Those that are lucky land up at one of RSPCA's shelters and are re-homed.

But this can't continue without the help of the community. RSPCA NSW receives very little government funding for what is a huge undertaking.

Not only do they have shelters and vet services across the state to take care of stray animals (45,462 in 2007-8), they play an enormous role in the prevention of cruelty to animals. During that time they investigated 13,649 complaints and brought 835 charges against 129 defendants.

They even go as far as to assist women, children and pets escape domestic violence through their Safe Beds for Pets program. Now that's dedication!

Please support me as I scale obstacles and wade through 20m of mud as part of my 6km cross-country adventure. Donate today to www.everydayhero.com.au/judith_cantor_6 and be heartened by the thought of lots of wagging tails. Thank you.

And for those of you who are perhaps a little adventurous, maybe even a bit silly, why not join me? Registrations are still open for the Mud Run. No doubt it'll be a hoot!