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Golden Doodles take over Dewey, Rehoboth
Hundreds of people and dogs raise more than $30,000 for PAWS for People
Doodles in Dewey kicked off with a parade on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Rebecca McGovern, left, and Sue Sheehy lead the way. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
May 4, 2022
Beginning with an afternoon parade on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, Doodles in Dewey returned for a weekend of fun in the Cape Region recently.
This annual event held for more than a decade supports PAWS for People, a nonprofit organization committed to providing therapeutic visits to people who would benefit from interaction with a well-trained, loving pet, which hosted the fun this year.
Clarice Ritchie, PAWS for People director of events and operations, said more than 1,000 people and 600 doodles registered for this year’s event. More than $30,000 was raised for the organization, she said.
For more information on PAWS for People, email info@pawsforpeople.org, call 302-351-5622 or go to pawsforpeople.org.
More difficult than picking the costume is picking the winners, but the judges were up to the task. Pictured are (l-r) Trudie Thompson, Harry Martens, Clarice Ritchie and Drew Christian. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Luca doesn’t need to walk – the crowd sees her. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 7, and Eli is already ready for the race. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Making the trip from Queens, N.Y., are the Incredibles Sharon and Anthony Smith with the incredible dog Cooper. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
People dressed in costumes for the parade, and this person gets the award for the furriest. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Brady’s flower costume stands out against his white fur. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Ted Borzymowski takes a picture of Batwoman Karen Borzymowski and Robin Stanley. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Dressed in matching outfits for the occasion are (l-r) Brenda Pigeon, Candice Pennypacker, Paige Pennypacker and Pretzel. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Enjoying an ice cream cone before the parade are (l-r) Dennis Miller, Linda Miller, Elizabeth Stoltzfos and Jared Stoltzfos. Not enjoying ice cream before the parade are their dogs (l-r) Bentley, Emma and Joey. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Sydney looks like he’s found the trash. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Dressed in a Hawaiian shirt, Brandi is just hanging out. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
Dressed like Minnie and Mickey are mom Dawn and son Greyson Hritz with Effie and Buster. CHRIS FLOOD PHOTO
More than 600 Golden Doodles and their people gathered in Dewey Beach April 30 for the annual doodle romp. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
Town of Dewey Beach Accounting Clerk Karin Mayer and Town Manager Bill Zolper sell dog licenses at the doodle romp. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
Lexi Woodford plays with Brinkley, who is enjoying the doodle romp for the first time. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
Doodles surround Theresa McDuffie of Lewes as she prepares to hurl a tennis ball. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
Amy Nazdrowicz of Newark sells Origami Owl jewelry and Golden Doodle charms. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
Dog merchandise sold quickly at the romp. ELLEN DRISCOLL PHOTO
