May 19, 2023 4:41 PM

Prized Pooches Parade, Receive Plenty of Praise

Posted May 19, 2023 4:41 PM

Pet owners and their four-legged friends were out in force at Thursday's Jefferson Street Farmers Market. The "Pet Day at the Market" event was a success, attracting a large crowd. Note: See the May 26 print edition for more photos. 

Photos by John Lovretta

Above: Harley Quinn, belonging to Gina and Heather Minard, is paraded through downtown Burlington on Thursday, May 18, during a pet parade at the Jefferson Street Farmers Market. The costume contest and pet parade were presented by Downtown Partners and sponsored by Farmers Savings Bank. Downtown Dollars were awarded for the cutest pet, best-dressed couple, and most creative. 

Above: Liz Wallerich walks her dogs Lilo dressed as Thing 1 and Ivory dressed as Thing 2 during a pet parade at the Jefferson Street Farmers Market.

Above: Dogs are paraded down Jefferson Street during a pet parade at the Jefferson Street Farmers Market.