Can you spot the lost dog? SF-based Whistle, a pet tech company, has partnered with local, Mission-based artist, Sirron Norris, to bring a new mural to Valencia St. The “Spot the Dog” mural may seem like a quirky Where’s Waldo on the surface, but as with any creative work with paint, there is a great story behind how it came to life this summer.
Artist Sirron Norris is known for his extensive contributions to public art in San Francisco and Fox’s Bob’s Burgers. He’s also a long-time Mission resident and dog owner, which is where this work hits home for him. This summer he was approached by Whistle to help create a mural that would raise awareness of the issue of pet loss while also raising much-needed funds for SF-based Family Dog Rescue’s new Bayview district facilities. Having experienced the loss of a pet himself and creating Family Dog’s logo, this project resonated for Sirron.
The mural will live at the intersection of 20th and Valencia beginning July 18 and running through the middle of August. During that time, passersby are invited to snap photos of the mural and share it on Instagram. For every share we'll donate $1 to Family Dog Rescue.
Learn how to share below!
he Whistle Labs Donation program (the “Program”) starts on July 19, 2017 and ends on August 18, 2017, or when the maximum Program donation is reached, whichever comes first (“Program Period”). Throughout the Program Period, Whistle Labs will donate One Dollar ($1) to the Family Dog Rescue Organization (a non-for-profit corporation) for each person who takes a photo of the Spot the Dog mural and shares it on Instagram and tags @WhistleLabs or shares the Making Of Video on Facebook, up to a maximum total donation for the Program of $10,000 (US). Limit one (1) share per person/Instagram/Facebook account. Any form of social media share other than as set forth in these terms will not trigger a Program donation by Sponsor; no automatic, programmed, robotic or similar means of sharing are permitted as part of the Program. The Program is open to anyone 13 or older. Program may be modified or terminated at any time without notice. Family Dog Rescue is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Program sponsor is Whistle Labs, 1355 Market St #210, San Francisco, CA 94103.