Thirty-one dogs and a miniature horse strolled the streets of downtown Kent last Saturday during the Kent Downtown Partnership’s Pampered Pet Walk.
The walk began at Down Home Catering and wound its way through downtown, with Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke leading the way and pointing out local businesses and history, before wrapping up at Kherson Park on Gowe Street.
Pets and their owners paraded in front of judges, who awarded prizes to dogs dressed in their best sports gear. Winners were Clooney, who sported a Seahawks jersey; Jersey, who was decked out in a Sounders shirt and scarf; and Gizmo, who was dressed as a hot dog.
There was also a trick competition, and prizes were awarded to the three pets with the best tricks.
Several local businesses, including McMonigle Veterinary Hospital and Mud Bay, had booths set up at the park and gave away goodies, and dogs could also enjoy a puppuccino (whipped cream in a bowl).
This was the first Pampered Pet Walk in Kent, and event organizers said they hope to make it at least an annual event.
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