Saturday, November 14, 2026
Concha and Tucker were pulling Santa’s sleigh.
Max as Merry Grinchmas and Cash Cahill as the Grinch.
Stella and Oliver were presents underneath Linda Hollander’s tree.
Radar Love Condee as a Santa ornament.
Daisy Mae’s mistletoe costume brought all the love.
Fivel took the formal route, dressing in a tuxedo.
Brady’s Gulfview Fins brought an entourage to the pet parade.
It was another spectacular evening for Marco Islanders as a festive crowd of participants and observers came to the Esplanade to watch their favorite canines walk the red carpet for the 2023 Holiday Pet Parade, sponsored by the Christmas Island Style Volunteer Committee.
The event was the idea of Wayne and Susan Purvis, proud owners of two beautiful Mini Schnauzers. Pets are a strong support system, and dogs a popular choice for many who live alone. Studies have proven pets help to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase social interaction and physical activity.
The judges were torn regarding the most popular pooch, but in the end, they agreed everyone who pranced down the red carpet was a blue-ribbon winner. Photographers Frank Steiger and John Cavanaugh were the pup-arazzi, catching all the “pawsitive” vibes.
1st Place: Max as Merry Grinchmas with the Grinch and Max – Cash Cahill.
2nd Place: Stella and Oliver as presents under the tree – Linda Hollander.
3rd Place: Radar Love Condee as a Santa Ornament – Erik Condee.
1st Place (tie): Concha and Tucker as Santa’s Sleigh, David and Jacquie Wall.
1st Place (tie): Daisy Mae as Mistletoe, Laurie Harris.
3rd Place: Fivel dressed in a tuxedo, Margaret Hackett.
Brady as Brady’s Gulfview Fins – Kim Johnston.
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