North Royalton Animal Hospital

07/26/2026

To Our North Royalton Community ❤️🐾

Friday July 24th, our community experienced a heartbreaking event. Our hearts are with their families along with everyone affected, friends, first responders, city employees, and all those impacted. We know our community is hurting, and we continue to hold everyone in our thoughts during this incredibly difficult time.

In moments like these, it is natural to wonder whether we should continue with holding this event. After thoughtful consideration, we have decided to move forward with today’s Annual Pet Charity Event, because we believe that coming together as a community can be part of the healing process.

For so many of us, our pets are a source of comfort during life’s most difficult moments. They offer unconditional love, companionship, and a reminder that even during times of sadness, there are still moments of kindness, connection, and hope. Animals have an incredible way of bringing people together and helping us heal.

Today’s event will be more than just a fundraiser to help pets in need. We hope it can be a place where neighbors support neighbors, where families can find a moment of joy, and where our community can stand together with compassion and strength. We will gather to honor those affected and remind one another that we are not alone.

We invite you to join us for our Annual Pet Charity Event:
Sunday, July 26, 2026
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
North Royalton City Green

Thank you for continuing to support one another, our community, and the mission of helping pets and their families in their time of need. We hope to see you today with your family and four-legged friends as we come together with kindness, compassion, and hope.

With love and gratitude, ❤️
North Royalton Animal Hospital and Paws At Play Resort & Daycare
Benefiting Molly’s Mission

07/26/2026

07/26/2026

Please take a moment to read Mayor Paul Marnecheck’s message to our community as we continue to support one another during this heartbreaking time.

Message from North Royalton Mayor Paul Marnecheck:
The City of North Royalton experienced a senseless, horrific tragedy on Friday, July 24 when we lost a friend and coworker, Building Commissioner David Smerek, to senseless gun violence that occurred in our Building Division.

Dave always had a smile and eagerness to serve the community and his coworkers. He lit up any room, any office he walked into, instantly transforming it into a light, jovial atmosphere. He always had a quick, funny story or insight to share, and a shoulder to lighten the load that can often come with public service. We always enjoyed his laugh. Dave would often talk and chuckle simultaneously. Dave was fun, but he deeply enjoyed his work and doing the right thing. He served as an inspector for many years in Brunswick before joining our team as a building inspector in North Royalton 13 years ago. He was promoted to Building Commissioner in 2024, and he loved every minute of that role. He was made for it. Dave always expressed professionalism and a willingness to work with residents and contractors. If you knew him, you knew he was the easiest person to work with. Our community has lost a true treasure, a faithful servant and a positive light in our world. Dave loved his work, he loved his coworkers and, most of all, he loved his family. Our hearts and thoughts are with his family, his wife and his children during this deeply troubling time. And our hearts are with our North Royalton community.

I think we are all asking how things like this can happen. It is hard to make sense of the senseless. On Friday afternoon, we were confronted with the honest reality that our community, our City will never be the same. Our Safety Director will be evaluating and assessing every municipal building and access point.

Please know that the person who did this was immediately detained, and we believe Dave’s presence Friday, as unfortunate and heartbreaking as it is, prevented further tragedy in our building. We work in a line of business where many people enter our buildings daily. We will continue to greet all of our visitors as guests and to honor Dave’s legacy, and move North Royalton forward as a welcoming, neighborly community.

07/26/2026

🎉 Last but certainly not least... our FINAL raffle basket preview! 🎉

Look at more incredible prizes waiting for you at our Pet Carnival! From pet favorites to family fun and everything in between, there's a basket for everyone.

✨ Tomorrow is your chance to take one (or more!) home!

🎟️ Grab your prize basket tickets, support Molly's Mission, and help make a difference for pets and families in need—all while giving yourself a chance to win some amazing prizes.

🐾Bring a cat or dog food item for a free ticket for a chance to win one of the amazing baskets.

We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow for a day full of fun, laughter, and lots of lucky winners. Which basket is your favorite?

07/25/2026

🐾🎉 The fun begins TOMORROW! 🐾🎉

Grab your family, leash up your pup, and get ready for a tail-wagging good time! 🐾

Come make memories, support a great cause, and see what all the excitement is about. We can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!

🎟️ Every raffle ticket helps support Molly's Mission, making a difference for pets and families in need.

🐶❤️ It's going to be a paws-itively unforgettable day!

07/25/2026

👀🎁 Raffle Basket Sneak Peek #2! 🎁👀

Think you've seen them all? Think again! 🤩 With More to come! Stay Tuned!

Our Pet Carnival raffle is packed with AMAZING prize baskets featuring everything from pet must-haves and family fun to dining, entertainment, local favorites, and so much more!

✨ Whether you're shopping for your furry friend or treating yourself, there's a basket with your name on it!

🎟️ Join us at the Pet Carnival for your chance to win while supporting Molly's Mission and helping pets in need.

Swipe through for a preview of just a few of the incredible baskets waiting for lucky winners... Which one are you hoping to take home? 🐾💙

07/24/2026

🎉🐾 The countdown is on! Less than 48 hours! You won't want to miss it!

Come enjoy a fun-filled day with the whole family, meet amazing pets, and take your chance to win one of our incredible prize baskets packed with fantastic goodies!

🎟️ Basket raffle tickets will be available at the event, with prizes for everyone—from pet lovers to foodies and more!

Bring your friends, bring your family, and help support Molly's Mission while making unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see you there! ❤️🐶🐱

07/21/2026

We are trying something new this year. Our Pet Carnival is this Sunday July 26th and as part of that community fundraising event we have a silent auction. This year you can participate in the auction sooner.

It’s officially opened!! Check out the many items and activities you can win!

https://givebutter.com/c/mollys-missionnorth-royalton-animal-hospital-pet-carnival-2026-nyrc1m/auction

07/17/2026

We are just 9 days away from our annual Pet Carnival, so we wanted to shout out some of our amazing sponsors from the veterinary community and from our local community! Thank you!!!! Can't wait to see you all Sunday, July 26th, 1-4 pm at the North Royalton City Greens!!!