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Halloween Events Raise Funds and Awareness for NYC's Animals

A fundraising costume event on Halloween eve and a first-time appearance in NYC's famous Halloween Parade gave NYC's homeless animals exceptional exposure this year.

First, on the evening of October 30, dogs dressed as race car drivers, nurses, pumpkins…you name it!...converged on the Gotham Comedy Club in Manhattan for a Halloween pet costume contest. The contest, created by publisher Wendy Diamond and her popular Animal Fair Magazine, was the focus of an evening of Canine Comedy, an annual event that brings stand-up comedians and delightful dogs together to raise money for a worthy animal cause. This year, the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals was the beneficiary. It was an evening not to be missed! The Mayor's Alliance greatly appreciates the ongoing support it has received from Wendy and Animal Fair.

The following evening, Halloween night, a very special first-ever float dedicated to NYC's homeless animals made its debut in the heavily attended Halloween Parade in New York's Greenwich Village. As thousands of revelers and spectators looked on, the float celebrating NYC's homeless animals and rescue groups — sponsored by New York Tails and its publisher, Diane West — wound its way through the crowded parade route, followed by banner-carrying representatives from the Mayor's Alliance and numerous animal shelters and rescue groups.

And who got the seat of honor on the float? Maddie, the Maddie's Fund mascot! From her berth atop the float, Maddie wiggled and waved to the delight of hundreds of thousands of well-wishers. Thanks to Diane and New York Tails for inviting the Mayor's Alliance and Maddie to join in the celebration for NYC's animals!