Shaughnessy's Halloween Costume Revealed!!

This year Shaughnessy's new costume is Jack in the Box. I built it from scratch and he even has a sound box that plays "Pop goes the Weasel". Obviously we put alot of work into choosing and then creating his costume each year....probably too much. I know it seems like I have to much time on my hands, even though that couldn't be further from the truth. But it's fun so it's worth it. Here are some up close pics of his costume.

Divas Unleashed 2008

Today was the annual Divas Unleashed Halloween Dog Costume Parade in Boston's South End. Each year this event gets bigger and bigger. There were about 500 dogs entered in the contest. Randy Price from channel 7 news was the special host and the Salem High School marching band led our parade as we made our way down Tremont street to the Boston Common.

It's all for a good cause as all money raised is donated to the ASPCA.

This is our 3rd year participating. This time Shaughnessy's costume was Jack in the Box. Cassidy also dressed up, as El Diablo Piqueno (The Little Devil). Shaughnessy was one of the winners again this year, very exciting!! Enjoy all the pics from our fun day...

Shaughnessy Turns 3 !

Can't believe it but my baby boy was 3 on 10/10/08!! We had a small family party for him. He got gifts from Grammie and a birthday cookie!

Plymouth Barktoberfest

Yesterday was Barktoberfest on the Plymouth waterfront. It's a beautiful spot but it was a little windy and cold. The dogs still had a great time "trick or treating" through all the vendors. There were contests and again Shaughnessy entered the costume contest. This time he won 1st place!

His Herbie costume is showing a lot of wear and is being officially retired. Next week, for the annual Divas Unleashed Halloween Parade in Boston, Shaughnessy will reveal his brand new costume!!!

P.S. If anyone is wondering....where is Cassidy in all these events?? Well she is always there with us but she prefers not to dress up and is there for not entered into the contests. She's much happier watching from the sidelines. Don't worry though, she gets PLENTY of attention just being there! Halloween is always Shaughnessy's time to shine.

Pug Social

Every year hundreds of Pugs and their owners gather in Spencer Mass. for the annual Pug Social. It is a day long event full of fun things to do. There are vendors, services, games, contests, food, even an obstacle course. This is our second year going. This year Shaughnessy entered the Costume Contest and won second place.