- Last Updated on Saturday, 30 June 2018 16:47
Monongahela Pooch Parade Generates Smiles and Wagging Tails
By Jill Runfola
Owners and their dogs paraded down Main St. in Monongahela, on Saturday, May 27, at 11:00 am for the annual “Pooch Parade”.
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| Gabe Paulick of New Eagle, with dogs ‘Max’ and ‘Mazy’, who won awards for “Best in Show” and “Largest Dog.” |
35 different dogs on their leashes, representing a variety of different breeds participated in the event which is now in it’s tenth year. The parade ended in Chess Park where festivities were held such as a Chinese Auction, half-the-take, food and refreshments, dog contest judging, and vendors.
“I love them. It’s whimsical. It’s fun,” said event organizer Corrina Withrow, Chairperson with MARC (Monongahela Area Revitalization Corporation). “It’s light-hearted. It’s a feel-good event. Everyone has a good time, and I think we need more feel-good events,” added Withrow.
This year’s event was held in honor of Susan Jo Withers, the original event organizer who has since passed away.
The Pooch Parade filled the streets of downtown Monongahela with proud dogs and their owners.
