The second annual pet parade raises the woof!

The La Conner Chamber of Commerce's second annual pet parade shone bright last Saturday on what was arguably the nicest day of the year so far. The sunshine brought people from all corners of town – and outside of La Conner – to participate in and watch this fun event. Canines were the center of the show, but a few exotic pets showed up – a Rhode Island Red hen named Jennifeather, a rabbit and a cat named Gizmo.

Gina McCarthy Torpey, event organizer, said nearly all 50 registration slots were filled and most people had more than one dog per group. "There is quite a bit more than last year" obs...