Besides all the important reasons for being there, it's also a fun day where the hounds get to hang out with each other, with adoring greyhound fanatics and the public gets to enjoy something you don't see everyday. The parade is kicked off by the King and Queen (top fundraising hounds) complete with crowns. Then about all the hounds fall into place as the entire entourage walks the circumference of the park. If you've never met a greyhound, coming upon 30 or more of them in the park is quite an experience.
Bettina and Blue took part since Mumma went to take photographs. Bettina made the full walk of the park but did balk a number of times. I think she was a bit upset that she didn't get a crown but we're chalking it up to the gravel walkway wreaking havoc on her tender paws. Despite Bettina's complaints, it was great fun and a successful event. Thanks to Sharon Eugely for spearheading it again this year!
I've met Sharon and Ki-Lee a couple of times at GIG! She is so sweet! And it looks like a great time was had by all!
ReplyDeleteStately hounds in a Stately setting! Perfect!
ReplyDeleteShe definitely deserved a crown.
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