Weiner Dog Derby at Soulard Mardi Gras Celebration in St Louis MO

Dachshund dogs and their human companions descended in Soulard Market Park in St Louis on Sunday, February 27.  It was the 17th year for the PETsMART Wiener Dog Derby.  All a part of the annual Soulard Mardi Gras celebration.  Events continue in March.

Dachshunds raced in three divisions based on age:  Cocktail Wienies, Ballpark Franks, and Hot Dogs.  The winner is honored with a trophy presentation ceremony in the Wiener's Circle.

After spending way too much time trying to find video of the event, I give up!  Instead here's a preview of the Wiener Dog Derby.

Mardi Gras Dogs: 18th Annual Beggin Pet Parade in St Louis MO

Beggin Pet Parade
Photo courtesy KSDK TV and Peter Wochniak 

Now, this was a fine gathering of animal lovers! 

Over 80,000 pet lover and about 8,000 dogs took over the streets in the historic Soulard neighborhood of St Louis, Missouri on Sunday, February 27.  Dressed in their Mardi Gras best, they came out for the 18th annual Beggin Pet Parade. 

Called the largest pet parade in America, this year the Beggin Pet Parade raised money to benefit the Open Door Animal Sanctuary, a no kill shelter dedicated to finding homes for homeless dogs and cats.

St Louis Rams offensive lineman, Jason Brown and his dog, Bear, served as grand marshals for the parage.  Before the parade began they took part in a world records attempt for the Guinness Book of World Records.  Dogs gathered in Soulard tried to break the world record for a group bark.  They managed a 110 decibel bark.  Unfortunately, the world record is 124 decibels.

Following the parade was the annual weiner dog race.

This was all part of the Soulard Mardi Gras celebration.  Events continue this month.

Dog Song Saturday at For Love of a Dog - The Dachshund Song

Woof!  It's Saturday, so time for a dog song from For Love of a Dog.  Can you stand another song about Dachshund dogs?  I grew up with a standard black and tan doxie named Hansel, so I find it hard to resist a song and video about this dog breed.  We have to admit that The Dachshund Song is pretty goofy... but it is catchy and even our dogs cock an ear and listen.   So, grab a dog (a wiener dog would be appropriate, but any dog will do).  Sit.  Stay.  Relax and enjoy The Dachshund Song by petemcgreet.

Dachshund Dog Lover Jewelry Gifts from For Love of a Dog

Dachshund Dog Bone Bracelet from
For Love of a Dog Jewelry

Dachshunds were first bred in the early 1600s in Germany.  The goal was to create a fearless, elongagted dog that could dig the earth from a badger burrow and fight to the death with vicious badgers.  My childhood companion, Hansel was a black and tan standard Doxie and I'm pretty sure that he never saw a badger in his whole life.   Not that he cared.  He had a busy job shadowing my mom all day long and playing fetch with me.  Then at night he'd dive under the covers and keep my toes quite warm.  He was quite a character and a beloved member of the family.  So, it's no wonder that my Dachshund dog breed jewelry is one of my favorite themes at For Love of a Dog. 

If you love a black and tan Dachshund dog, this bracelet was handcrafted with you in mind. It features a wonderful Doxie dog charm. The charm is not a flat cut out, but actually has dimension. This little Dachshund dog sculpture is handmade of resin that is cast in a hand sculpted mould, then carefully air brush painted. True to AKC dog breed standards, highly detailed and absolutely beautiful.

I've combined this dog treasure with black and tan Mahogany Obsidian and Black Onyx gemstone beads and sterling silver. In addition to the Dachshund dog charm, other charms include a Black Onyx gemstone heart and a three dimensional silver dog bone. This handcrafted dog bracelet is one of a kind, just like your special Dachshund dog. Show your love to your Valentine dog lover with a one of a kind Dachshund dog breed bracelet.

Fetch more unique, handmade dog lover jewelry from For Love of a Dog.  We love dogs and it shows.  Gift box packaging and free standard shipping.  Barking good Valentine gifts for dog lovers.