PORT PAWS A SUCCESS DESPITE THE RAIN CANCELING 2 ND DAY!

Despite the 2nd day of the 2nd annual Port Paws Dog Festival being completely cancelled -The Friday night "TRY IT" period and Saturday's record a endance put a bright spot on this dog loving event presented by key sponsor, KING O"ROURKE AUTO GROUP of Smithtown.

Highlights included 160 plus registered canine competitors from over 10 North East states, a 30,000 gallon pool was the centerpiece to a wonderful array of vendors offering everything from dog bandannas to dog grooming and even some rescue organizations.

The Port Jefferson Harbor Education and Arts Conservancy was once again directly benefited from the net proceeds of the event. Last year the conservancy was abe to install a $8,000 water fountain right at the location of the festival.

New to the festival were both the Suffolk County Sheriff and the SCPD canine units. The Sheriff was providing free dog ID's and officer Krause of the SCPD was demonstrating real time training on the green slopes of Joe Erland field.

Sunday brought the rain - so much so that the entire day had to be cancelled. "We had to keep the safety of vendors and visitors top of mind, while it was sad to not duplicate the wonderful day we had Saturday - it was the right decision", said Kevin Wood - the event's founder and chair.

The Mayor, Lauren Sheprow would like to thank all those that participated and especially recognize the help of the volunteers, our parks, code and DPW departments who help to make this event a success.

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