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Four legged green and blue aliens with paws and
wagging tails were recently spotted in downtown Baton Rouge.
Numerous Saints' fans joined the aliens barking and chanting, "The
Saints are out of this World," as the 11th annual CAAWS Mystic Krewe
of Mutts padded its way along North Blvd. on January 31, 2010.
The beautiful day saw record crowds assemble for
 CAAWS'
largest fund-raiser. The dog parade that began as a small
neighborhood parade has grown tremendously over the past few years
and has evolved to become one of Baton Rouge's most anticipated
parades of the year. Funds raised are used solely for operation of
CAAWS' Community Outreach Spay/Neuter Program that assists the
public in spaying and neutering of pets in an effort to decrease
animal suffering.
CAAWS would like to thank the Baton Rouge community and animal
lovers that come out every year to this great event. Supporters of
this event are not just enjoying another Mardi Gras event, they are
literally helping to save lives and improve animal welfare in the
Baton Rouge community. We cannot do it without your continued
support of CAAWS and its mission. Our all-volunteer organization is
challenged each year as we strive to make the current parade better
than the last. A special thanks to our sponsors: The Advocate,
Guaranty Broadcasting, Town Favorites, Greco's, and our premiere
sponsor Raising Canes.
Prior to the parade spectators were treated to a demonstration by
the Baton Rouge Police K9 team. Parade visitors also enjoyed "Bark
in the Park" where animal-related shopping, food, music, micro
chipping, educational opportunities, and even a spaceship pod were
provided. Grand Marshal of the parade was Raising Cane II, namesake
of our premiere sponsor. Parade special guest was animal lover and
actress Donna Douglas who portrayed Elly May Clampett on the TV
show, The Beverly Hillbillies. Hundreds of Mardi Gras dogs all
dressed up in their finest costumes were the real stars of the
parade. The bar of humorous creativity is raised each year as parade
entrants repeatedly outdo themselves. Without all the parade
volunteers and entrants, the parade could not happen and the
Spay/Neuter program would be less effective. CAAWS thanks all
involved for your participation and support!
Remember: If you are considering adding a pet to your family, please
consider adoption. There are many wonderful rescue groups in the
Baton Rouge area that have animals up for adoption including East
Baton Rouge Parish Animal Control.
www.Petfinder.com is another
excellent resource when searching for the perfect pet (especially if
you are looking for a specific breed). You won't just be saving the
life of the animal you adopt, you will open up a spot for another
animal to be saved.
For current volunteer opportunities or to make a tax deductible
donation please visit www.CAAWS.org
. Please become a part of the solution and consider helping
organizations like CAAWS.
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