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It’s officially “The Holidays”.  Yep.  Time to plan for the big day.  Shopping, food, inviting the family, including the black sheep.  Its good for stories throughout the years at the very least.  Even the part about the dog eating a hole in Aunt Julie’s Prada purse... ya know... stuff like that....

The holidays can be a stressful time or it can be a lot of fun.  Deciding to make it fun is the way to go and those who are dog owners should take on the attitude of the faithful dog more.  Be in the moment and wag more.

This week plan for good holiday times with your dog by attending the Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade.  Wag more.

Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade Sunday, December 13, 2009

San Diego pets and owners are invited to dress up in their favorite costumes for a special promenade throughout the Gaslamp Quarter to celebrate the holiday season.  You can only imagine the fun and excitement as downtown is filled with costumed pets & their handlers all vying for prizes and bragging rights including Best Costumed Duo, Cutest Critter, Best Pet Costume & Best Human Costume.  The Parade originates and concludes at the Hilton Park adjacent to the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter at 4th Avenue and K Street and will be held again on Sunday, December 13, 2009.  Don your best costume with your furry friends and join in the festivities!

Location: San Diego Gaslamp Quarter at 4th Avenue and K Street

Contact: (619) 233-5227

Website:  www.gaslamp.org

Now go have some fun with your dog and remember that if your dog hasn’t done activities like this in the past you can do a few things to make the experience better for you both.  A well balanced dog is one that can hang out with you in your lifestyle.  Exercise is key to any well trained dog’s life.

Take your dog for a walk, jog or run prior to the event.  Burn off that edge that may make it difficult to contain the excitement in new surroundings, other dogs and food.  As an added benefit your dog will have the chance to take care of the “gotta go” thing and you won’t have to run around with your bag during the event.  Always be prepared though, a big mess isn’t going to encourage more planned dog events in the future!  Good owner, good dog, good times!

Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc                www.SitK9Sit.com                www.GoTrainYourDog.com