AMAZING ANIMALS Dog races and costume contests abound in LKN
A K-9 officer taking part in the 2019 All American Dog Show.
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ne thing is for certain. We love our animals here in the Lake Norman area. Fall is a perfect time to get out and about and enjoy the cooler temperatures with your furry friends. Mark your calendars now for these fun events.
Dashing Dachshunds
After a hiatus last year due to the pandemic, the annual Downtown Mooresville Wiener Dog race is back on this year for Oct. 2. Not only is the event fun for dachshund lovers and owners, but it also serves as a fundraiser and helps raise awareness and funds for Lake Norman Humane. Mooresville businesswomen Roberta Roberts spearheaded the first Mooresville Wiener Dog Race in 2009. The proud owner of a dachshund, Roberts brought the race concept to Mooresville after visiting the Midwest where 12 LimitlessMagOnline.com | September 2021
many wiener dog races are held as part of Octoberfest celebrations. This year, Wagamuffins Dog Boutique has taken on the organization and coordination of the event. The Downtown Mooresville Wiener Dog race is free for spectators and runs from 2-6 p.m. The event will take place on the grassy area on the corner of East Center Street and North Church Street in downtown Mooresville. As a bonus, The Downtown Mooresville Festival of Food Trucks event will start on Main Street at 5:30 p.m. so you can hang out for plenty more food and fun with local vendors. Advance registration is required for the following events: Race categories: Puppies: 4 months to 1 year old Juniors: 1 year to 5 years old Adults: 5 years to 10 years old Seniors: 10 years and older
Special Needs: Wheelchairs, blind/deaf, etc. of all ages Weenie Wannabes: all dachshunds taller than 11 inches, as well as any non-dachshund breed up to 35 pounds Upon registration, each dog is broken into brackets based on their age. Each bracket will contain heats of up to 6 dogs per heat and each heat will run every 10 to15 minutes. A complete list of rules can be found on the event website. Participants can also enter their dogs in a costume contest, in the following categories: Best Dressed Contest (open to all breeds) Best Trick Contest (open to all breeds) Longest Body Contest (Dachshunds only) Shortest Legs Contest (Dachshunds only) Strongest Willed (open to all breeds) Learn more at www.mooresvillewienerrace.com.
Photo courtesy of Andy Pipas of ADIOS Images.
The Downtown Mooresville Weiner Dog race returns on Oct. 2.
Photo courtesy of Cornelius Parks & Recreation.
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