Promenade Shops to Host Charity Pet Parade

Pups and their owners will strut their stuff in a Charity Pet Parade at the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley on Saturday, April 28.

The dog-friendly lifestyle center in Upper Saucon Township will donate proceeds from registration fees for the parade to local animal shelters that will have displays during the event.

Registration is $10 per dog (cash only), and registration information is available online as well as at the Promenade Shops' management office (behind Subway).

The parade is open to the public, but registration is required.

It will begin at noon in front of L.L. Bean and end at the Town Square, where judging will occur and prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Dog, Most Creative Costume and Dog/Owner Look-a-Like.

The parade will be part of the Promenade Shops' annual "animal shelter day," which is known as Paws on the Promenade.

According to a press release, "Paws on The Promenade is a special day for local animal shelters to showcase pets that are available for adoption."

"Over fifteen non-profit animal groups will have displays set-up outside Barnes & Noble...from 11am to 2pm on Saturday, April 28," the release said. "Shoppers are invited to browse among the exhibits and talk one-on-one with shelter volunteers."