Monday, February 9, 2009

Pooch Pageants
















They're all the rage in Long Beach, California from Pug Pageants to Bulldog beauty contests.
In celebration of these cuddly piles of drool, Haute Dog is sponsoring the Bulldog beauty pageant. Sun., Feb. 15, noon, at Marine Stadium in Long Beach, California. Although there may not be a swimsuit or talent portion, these dogs will strut their stuff in true pageant style, down a 100-ft. red carpet.

Daisy, definitely not a Bulldog, has participated in many past pageants and events hosted by Haute Dogs. More than the socialization, she loves the fans clapping and cheering in her honor and of course the star treatment by the "puparazzi". Aside from the fun and games, these events raise money to help animals in Long Beach area. Fair warning though, the competition tends to be fierce. Owners take these competitions very seriously, designing costumes well in advance. Their Halloween Parade gets the biggest turnout and warrants the most preparation and creativity to take a prize. Prize or no prize, these dogs are all winners. Want to check out a Haute Dog event, they are always free to spectate and cost a small fee to participate. Dogs must be well behaved and on a leash for safety. These events are great fun for the whole family.