Livingston Goes To The Dogs: ‘Pawrade’ Returns For 2019

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston’s about to go to the dogs.

Regal Bank will host the 11th annual “Dog Pawrade” on Sunday, Sept. 29 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The event will take place in the parking lot of the Regal Bank branch at 570 West Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Livingston.

According to a news release from event organizers, all proceeds will benefit the Livingston Animal Shelter and Mount Pleasant Animal Shelter.

Participants are encouraged to 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.

For more information call 973-577-7161 or 973-577-7160.

Organizers wrote:

“Carrying on this fun tradition is an important part of Regal Bank’s role in supporting the community. If you have a well-socialized dog, or more than one, you are invited to dress them up in a fun Halloween costume and come be part of the Pawrade. Prizes will be awarded recognizing the best doggie costume, the largest doggie, and the smallest doggie. The winners will receive trophies and every dog will go home with a bag of goodies. Families are welcomed to join in on the entertainment, contests, and excitement.”

The Livingston Dog Pawrade is organized by Christina Slater, a dog lover and vice president and regional manager of Regal Bank, who said the Pawrade is still going strong after 11 years.

“This year we are proud to benefit two wonderful shelters,” Slater said. “We hope everyone will join us for another fun-filled event.”

“Our shelter relies on the kindness of people in our community in order to keep operating and caring for so many animals in need,” said Alan Karpas, chairperson at Livingston Animal Shelter.

Mody Shehab, the development manager for the Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, concurred.

“Uniting animal lovers in the spirit of making a difference and saving lives continues the mission of our shelter,” Shehab said.

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