Paws On Parade 2009

Paws On Parade was held on Saturday and we had a great time! There were big dogs, little dogs, old dogs. young dogs, fat dogs, slim dogs and they all had their own unique personality. The weather forecast was sounding dreadful but we were blessed with nice weather until the last 20 minutes or so when it started to rain. By that time most everything was over anyway so we were very thankful! Last year we had to postpone due to HEAVY rain and wind so this was a delight to actually have it on the right day. :o)

This was my favorite costume, I just thought it was a hoot! This little doggie carried his rider around all day without a complaint!

This is our executive director giving out last minute instructions. The gentleman behind her always wins the prize for the individual raising the most money for the day. He is unable to do the walk any more but participates this way so we felt it proper to give him some personal recognition.

This guy does have an eye in that spot!

The little dog with the cheese head costume won for best costume. His owner is a true sports fan. I think the bigger dog thought that was real cheese by the looks..... The little dog has on sunglasses too.

Our walk was on the water front. This is actually the ending but you all know my tirades about Blogger so I don't think I need to explain.

The leaves are falling quickly because of all the rain we've had in the last few days.

We crossed over a bridge on our walk.

This was in downtown where all the historic buildings are.

Now we are headed down Main St. which is part of the historic district. They have done a really good job making it into a nice place to shop and dine.

This is actually the beginning with our big banner.


What a sweet face!

This dog was HUGE, halfway on the walk I wanted to throw a saddle on him and ride the rest of the way!




The hounds were sniffing everywhere, they were so cute!

Funsize and Hubby helped with Registration.



I love a Newfoundland, just look at that face!

We had flyball demonstrations which were fun to watch. This little rat terrier could really fly!!

Look at the dog on the right, he's just itching to get in there and show them up!

This is my favorite dog of the day!


This lady was not able to do the walk but she sure had fun being a part of all of the excitement.

This was looking down the river, you can see the bridge.

This was a pick pocket dog!

Miss T sold cookies and iced tea.


These little rolly polys would dance for you.

When all was said and done we raised over $30,000. for the Bangor Humane Society! This will help us take in the homeless and find forever homes for them. It also will help pay for spay and neutering, shots and any other physical needs they might have. We are a non profit group. We don't get any state or federal help, it all comes from donations from individuals and corporate sponsors. We didn't bring in as much as we did last year but with the economy the way it is I think we did pretty darned good. After Christmas we will start in on the planning for 2010.

If you want to do an act of kindness stop in to your local humane society and give them a donation. It doesn't have to be big, anything helps. We had one woman come up to us at the end and hand us a $5.00 bill, it all helps. Let's be a voice for those that don't have a voice! :o)