Dog day afternoon: Pampered Pet Walk finds downtown Kent | SLIDESHOW

Published 10:41 am Sunday, April 17, 2016

They came in all shapes and sizes, shaggy and thin in fur, wet and dry in noses and long and short in tails.

Proud owners took their beloved Fidos on a friendly tour of historic downtown at Kent’s annual Pampered Pet Walk on a sun-splashed Saturday.

The free event, put on the by Kent Downtown Partnership – with help from sponsors and groups – drew a big crowd.

Led by state Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, his wife Steffanie and their dog Waffles, and Kent City Councilwoman Dana Ralph, the group completed a short walk, then gathered at Kherson Park for entertainment, photos and conversation.

There were contests for best costumes and tricks.

To learn more about the KDP, visit downtownkentwa.com.