The annual walk through Bayfront Park was held June 18.
By
Harry Sayer
| 7:33 p.m. June 19, 2022
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Cats, dogs and Sarasota's LGBTQ community and supporters met for a cheerful walk through Bayfront Park during Project Pride SRQ's pet parade on June 18.Â
Project Pride SRQ members hosted the annual event, where pet owners dressed their beloved dogs — and even a cat or two — in vibrant colors and cheerful pride flags for a walk through Bayfront Park early in the morning. Many dogs wore colorful collars, others donned peace and love sunglasses, and some even rode in their own special parade carts.Â
Volunteers dressed as inflatable unicorns led the group and encouraged nearby pet owners to join in on the walk. The walk was brief but intense — Saturday was particularly hot. Luckily, the parade had water bowls positioned across the park for thirsty pets to hydrate from.
Project Pride SRQ's June programming continues with a grand flag march across Ringling Bridge on June 25.
Christine McMasters and Zoey Lynn
Kay Yorko and Bruno
Leona Collesano gave pets to Matty
Remy, who was 2021's highlight dog, made his return at Project Pride SRQ's 2022 pet parade.
Photo by Harry Sayer
Steve Boothby brings Louie the dog.
Christian Saruff and Mac the dog walk with a pride flag.
Vladimir Madorsky, Galina Palace and Archie
Project PRIDE co-founder Katie McCurry with Steve Martin-Bennett and Remy.
Judy Dixon relaxes in the shade with Pepper and Sandy.
Layne Tate, David Martin, Ryan Martin, Sara Martin and Neko the cat
Sara Martin and Neko the cat
Fany Benitez and Stormy
Davis Kaufman feeds Bentley during Project Pride SRQ's 2022 pet parade.
Photo by Harry Sayer
Nancy Dickman dresses Lola in some peace-and-love attire.
Minnie meets Louie before the walk.
Jessie Armstrong and Ginger meet other dogs.
Loki and Giselle Cabrera were friendly to other pets.
Lake Morrison and Ash Davis pose with Brandy
Jennifer Morgan leads the parade.
Tippy the dog couldn't help but be curious.
Matty strolled with his owner.
Pets and owners alike kept cool where they could on the walk.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes joined in on the parade.
Matty strolled with his owner.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes joined in on the parade.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes joined in on the parade.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes joined in on the parade.
