This One's For the Dogs

Avondale Estates "Spring Dog Parade," drew crowds and more than 80 dogs, many dressed in costumes.

The event began at 11 a.m. in front of the Avondale Estates Community Club on Lakeshore Drive. Judges were Rebecca Haj-Taieb of , Mayor Pro Tem David Milliron, and Avondale Estates resident Jennifer Hill.

The list of the winners:

Best Costume

Winner: Chrissy, No. 18

Second Place: Lucy, No. 38

Honorable Mention: Chloe, No. 4

Best Owner/Dog Duo

Winner: Sammie, No. 24

Second Place: Marty, No. 19

Honorable Mention: Maggie, No. 82

Most Spirited/Most Enthusiastic

Winner: Mumford, No. 6

Second Place: Banjo, No. 25

Honorable Mention: Curly Sue, No. 67

Best Behaved

Winner: Douglas, No. 45

Second Place: Zoe, No. 54

Honorable Mention: Candi, No. 46