Livingston ‘Dog Pawrade’ Returns With Costume Contest

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Regal Bank will host the 10th annual Livingston Dog Pawrade on Sunday, Sept. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in its parking lot at 570 West Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Livingston.

According to a news release from Regal Bank, this year’s event will include family-oriented entertainment and contests. “Well-socialized” dogs are invited to wear their best Halloween costume and compete for prizes recognizing the largest doggie, smallest doggie and best doggie costume. The winners will receive trophies; every dog will go home with a bag of goodies.

Those interested in participating in the Dog Pawrade can pre-register their pooch at any Regal Bank branch location. The cost to pre-register is $10 and any additional dogs within the same family can be registered for just $5 each. Those unable to pre-register at a branch can register on the day of the event for $15 and are asked to arrive early for registration to avoid delaying the event.

All proceeds will benefit the Livingston Animal Shelter, organizers stated.

“Regal Bank has stepped up once again to help our shelter and our beloved animals,” said Alan Karpas, chairperson at the Livingston Animal Shelter.

The Livingston Dog Pawrade was organized by Christina Slater, vice president and regional manager of Regal Bank.

“I created the Dog Pawrade to raise proceeds to improve and save the lives of animals and I couldn’t be prouder to celebrate our tenth year of making a difference,” said Slater, a dog lover.

For more information about the event call 973-577-7161 or 973-577-7160.

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