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Southampton Press / Opinion / Letters / 2175537
Jul 10, 2023

Dog Days

Historically, parades are for people — which is why I was so surprised by the number of overheated, frazzled, desperate dogs being dragged around by attendees of Southampton’s Fourth of July parade.

There was even a float of dogs, some of which were lucky enough to walk on hot pavement in direct sunlight, surrounded by gunshots, motorcycles, live bands and crowds. It’s broiling, loud and chaotic — no place for most house pets.

I didn’t get it and am hoping people reconsider doing the same next year.

Kevin Luss

Southampton