San Gabriel Mardi Paws, Georgetown, TX, Feb. 20, 2010
February 15, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
It’s not too late to celebrate Mardi Gras–and help the four-legged residents of Georgetown, Texas’s Animal Shelter at the same time. Put on your pooch’s best costume and get ready to parade, Mardi Gras style, through San Gabriel Park. After the walk, the event will contests for the biggest dog, smallest dog, cutest dog, best [...]
Mardi Paws Celebration, Mandeville, LA, Feb. 28, 2010
February 15, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
With a theme of “Mardi Paws Travels Around the World,” the 14th annual Mardi Paws Celebrations is getting ready to party. This event in Mandeville, Louisiana is noted as the only krewe that parades after Fat Tuesday. The walking parade features two- and four-legged participants in costume and is a family-friendly event.
The parade processes on [...]
Unleashed Valentine’s Day Bash, Dallas, TX, Feb. 14, 2010
February 11, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
The denizens of Dallas can celebrate Cupid’s Day with their doggie darlings at the Unleashed Valentine’s Day Bash! Held at the Unleashed Indoor Dog Parks–a 50,000 sq. ft. facility for Fidos which includes pooch play areas of special K-9 turf, a pet supply center, cafe, doggie daycare and grooming– this off-leash party for [...]
Valentine’s Day Pooch PAWty & Trunk Show, NYC, Feb. 12, 2010
February 10, 2010 by Paris and John
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If Fido is your funny Valentine, you and your canine companion can join others passionate about their pets at The Salty Paw Grooming Spa and Doggie Boutique in New York City for the third annual “Valentine’s Day Pooch PAWty & Trunk Show!
While the parents of pups enjoy champagne and strawberries, dogs can lap up Fido-friendly [...]
Krewe De Paws, Slidell, LA, Feb. 14, 2010
February 2, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
With a theme of “Be Mine Canine Valentine,” Slidell’s first and only canine carnival krewe, Krewe De Paws, will be following a one-mile parade route in Olde Towne. This historic part of Slidell was devastated by over four feet of water during Hurricane Katrina.
When: Sunday, February 14, 2010, at 9:00 a.m.
Where: The parade will [...]
Mardi Growl, Knoxville, TN, Feb. 13, 2010
February 1, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
Grab your favorite dog costume (and your dog) and head to the 3rd annual dog parade during Knoxville’s Mardi Growl. The fun starts at 11 with the costume parade then continues from noon to 2pm in Market Square with dog contests ranging from best costume to best naked dog, $10 microchips and rabies vaccinations, plenty [...]
Barkus Parade, New Orleans, LA, Feb. 7, 2010
February 1, 2010 by Paris and John
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There will be no need to ask “Who Dat” at the annual Barkus Parade in New Orleans; this year’s Grand Marshal is well-known animal lover Wendy Diamond and her dog, Lucky. Diamond, publisher of Animal Fair magazine and celebrity dog expert, will be escorting her Maltese rescue dog Lucky, one of the numerous canines [...]
PetSmart Weiner Dog Derby, St. Louis, Feb. 7, 2010
February 1, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
Following the Beggin’ Pet Parade, the 17th annual PETsMART Wiener Dog Derby invites dachshunds and all canine lovers to enjoy this annual event at Soulard Market Park.
Dachshunds complete three divisions based on age:
Cocktail Wienies
Ballpark Franks
Hot Dogs
After the finals, the winners will receive trophies in a ceremony taking place, appropriately enough, in the Wiener’s Circle.
When: [...]
Beggin’ Pet Parade, St. Louis, MO, Feb. 7, 2010
February 1, 2010 by Paris and John
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It’s almost time for the 17th Annual Beggin’ Strips Pet Parade and “tail”gating party in St. Louis!
Close to 8,000 participants take part in this event which has been called the biggest pet parade in the US and one of the largest pet parades in the world.
The parade marches–on two and four legs–through the streets [...]
Krewe of Barkus Parade, Lake Charles, LA, Feb. 13, 2010
February 1, 2010 by Paris and John
Filed under 02: February events, Festivals
It’s time for Mardi Gras-costumed dogs to compete for the title of “Mystical Dog” in the annual Krewe of Barkus parade in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This popular part of the city’s Mardi Gras fun draws duded up doggies and dog lovers…and this parade doesn’t toss mere beads but dog biscuits!
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010, 3 [...]
