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Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Andrew Mullens's English Bulldog, Lulu, gives a ride to a Minnon. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019. — Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Andrew Mullens's English Bulldog, Lulu, gives a ride to a Minnon. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019. Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Andrew Mullens's English Bulldog, Lulu, gives a ride to a Minnon. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

By Robin Rudd October 19, 2019 1 min read

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Paws in the Park

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Peyton Anderson of the Humane Educational Sociiety ties balloons to the event's arch. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Andrew Mullens's English Bulldog, Lulu, gives a ride to a Minnon. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Border collie June sports antenda like owner Ava Deardorff. Also looking on his Katie Outlaw. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk starts it's way along Riverfront Parkway. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk starts it's way along Riverfront Parkway. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk starts it's way along Riverfront Parkway. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk starts it's way along Riverfront Parkway. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tonka, front, and Ari sported lion manes for the walk. Their owner is Jordan Patterson. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Jordan Patterson holds the leashes of her Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tonka, front, and Ari, who are sporting lion manes for the walk. Their owner is Jordan Patterson. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Chuck Mindel commands the leashes of, from left, Vette, Daisy and Squirt on the walk. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Yellow Labrador Lilly is dressed as the UPS man, while owner Caroline Estes is a huskey. Also along for the walk are Mary West Estes, left, and Maggie EstesHundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ After the walk German Shepherds, from left, Mia and Hobbes share drink of water from Candice Harte. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Dressed as Dorothy, from the Wizard of Oz, Caitlin Yager holds Tooto standin, Dak, while Samantha Yager is the Scarecrow and Bjorn is the Cowardly Lion. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Elizabeth Arnold gives her golden retriever/Great Pyrenees mix, Kaia, a kiss before the walk. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Ross's Landing with crowded with people and dogs. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Chihuahua, Sandy, gets to be carried by owner Hannah Blalock. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ A dog's leash declares it is available for adoption. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk starts it's way along Riverfront Parkway. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Shelter dog, Mimi, is comforted by Humane Educational Society volunteer Brittany Mixer. Mimi is available to be adopted. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ The walk winds along the Tenenssee Riverwalk. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Rudy and owner Tami Flower lead the return leg of the walk. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Candice Harte holds German Shepherd, Mia's leash, while Brooklyn Nunley adjusts the dog's butterfly wings. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Walk particpants make their way back to Ross's Landing. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ From left, Hazel Grimes is a bee, Christy Grimes is the jar of honey and Rocky plays a bee at the event. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Staff Photo by Robin Rudd/ Amy Highers plays nun to her blue tick hound Ani's devil. Hundreds of animals lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park. The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest. Ross's Landing Park was the site of the event on October 19, 2019.

Hundreds of animal lovers gathered to raise money for the Humane Educational Society at the 17th annual Paws in the Park at Ross’s Landing on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019.

The event included a walk, dog and human costume contest, and a dog cake-eating contest.