Mardi gras goes to the dogs!
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At first it looked like a coincidence. But every year we’ve watched it grow larger, more popular. It’s now a trend. Yep, Mardi Gras is definitely going to the dogs.
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Rich in tradition brought to this country by early French settlers, Mardi Gras celebrations are older than the statehood of Louisiana itself. By 1857 when the Mystick Krewe of Comus held New Orlean’s first Mardi Gras parade, the festival had become Americanized. Now, 155 years later, it’s become more American than ever before as more and more krewes roll out flanked by their four-legged friends. As Ann Numgesser reports in About.com New Orleans:
“Dog parades have become a new Mardi Gras tradition in greater New Orleans. Along with costumed pets, they always include shelter dogs available for adoption. And each canine krewe makes charitable donations.
The dog parades are held in scenic locales, from the historic French Quarter to the lakefront. Pedigrees are not required to join the parade and most krewes even allow same-day registration. Even if you don’t want to be in the parade, your dog is most welcome in the crowd for these parades, unlike most people parades. In addition to beads,participants throw dog treats and toys. You’ll get alot more throws if you and your dog dress up. Also, most of the krewes also welcome anyone that wants to volunteer to help with their event.”
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DogingtonPost has discovered that dog parades and events are becoming an integral part of Mardi Gras festivities throughout all the states in an effort to raise both fun and funding for animal shelters and rescue groups. Pooch parades sport names such as Pawdi Gras, Mardi Paws or Knoxville’s Mardi Growl. If you’re a dachshund parent near St. Louis, your pride and joy could enter a Wiener Dog Derby in one of three divisions: Cocktail Wienies, Ballpark Franks, or Hot Dogs. In Florida for the winter? Hope you didn’t miss Sandestin’s Mardi Gras Dog Parade whose 2012 theme is “Cruising Canines: Fetch a Wave.” What fun!
So join the movement and call your local humane society or city hall to discover what Mardi Gras mania might be planned for you to enjoy along with your little buddy this year. Party on!
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