Man’s best friend has gotten a lot of play on these pages lately between the park district’s cancellation of the annual Doggie Dip and “dog friendly” outdoor eateries.

But what hasn’t sparked an ounce of conversation is a deadly disease that affects one in eight woman – that’s someone you know.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure estimates 178,840 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in women this year.

Help me help you, or your friend or family member by finding a cure.

Yes, Kate and I are asking for a lot, but that doesn’t mean a lot from you. Heck we’re doing the hard part – running and raising.

Maybe with the help of a canine companion you’d be more interested in our efforts.

So does someone have a dog that maybe needs a bit of exercise? I’ll run your dog for a nominal donation – be it even the spare change found under the sofa or car floor.

Visit Kate and Jennifer's online fundraising Web site and help find a Cure.