THE HAUTE
DOG organization (pronounced "HOT") is a diverse and growing network of dog owners, lovers, educators, rescuers and supporters. Our common bond has resulted in a unique and lively community of folks who share some qualities of our favorite dogs: devotion, spirit and tenacity.
EDUCATE & INFLUENCE Through educational outreach and events, we hope to help inspire a better understanding and appreciation of dogs, dispel damaging myths, encourage responsible ownership practices, and offer practical adoption and rescue opportunities.
DEDICATION This Web site is dedicated to my English Bulldog Rosie and to all dogs who continue to be brave and loving.
Warm regards,
Justin Rudd!
Exec. Director
Community Action Team a 501c3 nonprofit & Haute Dogs
THE MAIN PURPOSE of the Community Action Team (CAT) is to promote social well-being among the general public. As a 501c3 nonprofit corporation governed by a board of directors, contributions to CAT are tax deductible and are used to help produce quality events within our community that benefit children, animals and the environment.
C.A.T. IS AN UMBRELLAorganization that includes Haute Dogs and: 4Halloween Kids' Costume Contest
4July 4 Kids' Bike Parade
4Haute Dog Poetry Contest
4Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
4$1,000 National Elementary School Spelling Bee
4National Adult Spelling Bee
4Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest 4Haute Dogs on the Beach events
4Haute Dog Easter Parade
4Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
4Operation Easter Basket
4Operation Santa Paws
45k/10k Grunion Run
45k/10k Long Beach Turkey Trot
4monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanups
4Beds, Bikes, Bears & Blankets giveaway to those in need 4Clothing giveaways to the underserved 4Bulldog Beauty Contest 4Long Beach Losers - a 12-week weight-loss contest 42nd Street Walkers 4Long Beach Giving Project
g Justin's Free e-Newsletters 4DOG e-News Weekly; Long Beach/LA/OC area dog news & events; 12,800+ subscribers; subscribe 4 JUST-IN TIMES e-News Weekly; Long Beach/LA/OC area gay & lesbian news & events; 3,500+ subscribers; subscribe
HAUTE DOG HOWL'OWEEN PARADE included more than 500 costumed dogs and entertained a few thousand dogless gawkers. Haute Dogs will again donate thousands of dollars to Long Beach Animal Care Services for a spay/neuter program.
Best Dog Costume: Gaby, Female Poodle, “Homeless Dog” pushing a cart
Handler: Judy Garland, Hermosa Beach
Best Group: Lola, Fiona, Sophia, & Zoe, “Chi-ller…A Tribute to the King of Pup”
Handler: Juliet Tomac, Long Beach
Best Float: Mocha, Mochi, & Wonton “The 3 Little Pugs & the Big Bad Wolf”
Handler: Tim Katzen & Debbie Wong, Santa Monica
Best Human Costume: Kendall Key “Monarch Butterfly”, Long Beach
FINALISTS
1) Sumo, Male Bulldog, “Incredible Hulk”, Handler: Valenia Perez
2) Lucky Ducky Chico Stick, Male Chi, “Dia de Los Muertos” Handler: Susan Lopez
3) Ziggy, Male Dauschund, “Lobster” Handler: Paul Buchanan
4) Cosmo, Male Pomeranian “Elvis” Handler: Violet Brown
5) Bobby Gorgeous, Male Pomeranian, “Michael Jackson” Handler: Guylynn Gia
6) Bailey, Female Lab, “Smore” Handler: Morgan S.
7) Otis & Ruby, Male Labradoodle & Female Bassett Hound, “Prince Charming & Cinderella” Handler: Aaron Avila
8) Mochi & Olive, Female Pugs, “Pup Cakes” Handler: Lisa Woodruff
9) Scout & Krypto, Male Yorkies, “Clogsworth & Beast from Beauty & the Beast” Handler: Marni Brewster
10) Gus, Male French Bulldog, “Skeletal Dog” Handler: Keri Wilson
11) "Monty Pawthon and the Holy Tail" Golden retriever, Cupcake, was "Patsy" the coconut clacker and handler, Aaron Gerson as King Arthur, Bridget was lady of the lake, Camille was Sir Galahad, and Tiera and Luna were SirRobin and Sir Bedevere. From Redondo Beach.
Start/finish at corner of Livingston Dr. @ Park Ave.
Costumed kids will lead the parade, followed by the dogs.
The parade is on the street on Park Ave. heading south toward 2nd St., then turning right to head westbound on 2nd Street #5 Lane (parking lane) to Livingston Dr. eastbound #1 lane (driving lane).
Westbound Livingston Dr. and the alley along the south side of Livingston Dr. to remain open throughout
No Parking signs will be posted:
south curb of Livingston Dr., from Quincy to St Joseph; 10 am to 4 pm
both sides Park Ave., from Livingston to 2nd; 1-4 pm
north curb 2nd, Park to Quincy/Livingston; 1-4 pm
east and west curb of St. Joseph Ave., from Livingston to alley; 1-4 pm
The parade expects 600+ dressed-up dogs and lasts about an hour.
SEATING:
Bring your own folding chair, or rent one of our 450 seats on Park Ave. for just $5, starting at about 1 p.m. The seats did sell out last year.
COSTUMED KIDS are invited to lead the Howl'oween Parade this year and there will be a a few $25 and $10 prizes to those kids with the best outfits. There is no charge to enter the kids costume contest, but a signed liability waiver by parents/guardian is required. It's the same entry form as the dog parade, just skip the info about dogs and payments. Be at the parade start line (meet inside the kids playground front gates, corner of Livingston Dr. & Park Ave.) by 2:20 p.m. with your entry form. Kids will step off at 2:25 p.m. Judges will be on the parade route. Awards will be announced approx. 3 p.m. inside the kids playground (during the dog parade). Parents are welcome to walk along with their kid. There will also be an award for the best-dressed person in the dog parade who is walking with a dog. If you are walking a dog in the parade, regular parade entry fees apply.
FOX Tail ties and posters for the kids, along with Fox Tails for the VIP dogs will be handed out by one of the executives at FOX on the film, Ralph Millero. Fantastic MR. Fox, the new film by Wes Anderson, starring George Clooney and Meryl Streep, in select theaters November 13, opens wide Thanksgiving day.
PUBLIC TRANSIT
We suggest that spectators take the red Passport buses for $1.10 each way to Belmont Shore. The bus stop on 2nd St. at Park Ave. is right on the parade route. Note: dogs are not allowed on buses, uness they are in a pet carrier. BUS SCHEDULE
ENTRY 4$25/day-of parade, per dog
4Free to enter the kids costume contest at 2:25 p.m. (kids will walk at the front of the parade this year).
V.I.P. (VERY IMPORTANT POOCH) ENTRY Available for advance registrations only, the dog/owner can walk near the front of the parade. VIPs will line-up in the park and will step off at 2:25 p.m. FOX Tail ties for the VIP dogs will be handed out by one of the executives at FOX on the film, Ralph Millero. Fantastic MR. Fox, the new film by Wes Anderson, starring George Clooney and Meryl Streep, in select theaters November 13th, opens wide Thanksgiving day. http://www.fantasticmrfoxmovie.com/
REGISTRANTS - WHAT TO DO NEXT?
Sign-in at the orange-colored Haute Dogs registration tent that will be at the corner of Livingston Dr. @ St. Joseph Ave. at Livingston Park. There will be a line for VIP registrants, day-of registrants and a line for pre-paid registrants.
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COSTUMED KIDS