Wagapalooza, St. John's wacky dog show!

Once a year on  St. John, a island in the US Virgin Islands , holds Wagapalooza ! The islands version of the Westminster dog show. The event is sponsored by the St. John ACC. At Wagapalooza they hold contests for the Best Trick; Best Lap Dog; Best Dancer; Best Spots; Best Old Timer; Best Puppy Love; Best Costume; Best Jumper; and Best Tail. The winning contestants are chosen by the wagometer

The more applause you get the higher the meter goes! Stuey was entered in the costume contest and dressed in a chili pepper costume. Homemade of course !  

Here is Stuey watching the crowds getting ready for his big moment!

And then he had some running time with his buddy Pierce who helped walk him thru the contest!

Unfortunately Stuey didn't win the costume contest. He lost out to the lion king! He did however get a 9 on the wagometer!! All and all and good time was had by all. Stuey was totally worn out and slept most of the day  after. Taking the ferry to St. John is always a little trying for him. Dogs can go on the people ferry however they have to either wear a muzzle ( which i have not tried with him) or be in a carrier. So it was in the carrier and off we went with me lugging a 20 lb dog!! We were both worn out after the ordeal! But we are looking forward to next year and already planning his costume!!