Mayoral campaign is underway | Letter

Published 4:29 pm Monday, June 4, 2012

I was so excited to see the “Pet Parade” on Saturday, May 26 that I nearly slipped my leash! It was howling fun to see all the different kinds of pets. But the most amazing thing was getting an up-close look at the candidates for Mayor. I know Children’s House has organized this fundraising campaign for a number of years, but this was the first time I was able to attend and actually get a chance to sniff each candidate.

There are some special pets running this year, including Sir Clarence the “peacock,” Mofo the “rooster,” Caprica the “pygmy goat,” Mr. Antiquus, a  kinda “bison” and even The Biped, who I like to refer to as “dog’s best friend.”  (I’m not sure whose pet he is, but good luck fella!)

I already voted on Saturday. I took $5 from my “doggie” bank and voted for each candidate. Once I hear more about what they’ll do as Mayor, I’ll decide who to officially support. Meanwhile, I want to encourage all of my buddies to get out and vote. Each vote is a $1, but you can vote as many times as you want. All votes benefit the kids of Children’s House (who incidentally love to pet me.) So, get out there and vote – vote – vote!  Maybe next year  I’ll throw my own doggie bone into the race!

Kenzie, the “dog”