With canines in costumes and pups on parade, Wildflowers’ fur-baby festival at Barnegat Light’s Bay Breeze Pavilion in Barnegat Light is a longstanding tradition for dog people.
Tom MacArthur and his dog Hannah put their best paws forward. (Supplied Photo)
A previous year’s Best in Show. (Supplied Photo)
This year’s 23rd annual show takes place Tuesday, July 23, when participants of all breeds will prance and sashay for the judges. From cute to hilarious, the creativity is on full display; a talent portion even puts contestants’ tricks and skills to the test.
Dogs get treats while their people get raffle tickets for “some fun stuff to win,” according to show organizers.
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