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del.icio.usWearing nothing but dog collars and chains, some of Brooklyn’s hairiest cuties will come together next week at Ginger’s Bar for a bit of licking and lounging.
Get your mind out of the gutter, people — it’s the third annual Stray Pride Day.
“You’ll find everything from puppies to seniors, from milds to wilds,” Laurie Bleier, founder and director of the Brooklyn Animal Foster Network, said.
The event, which raises money to cover the animals’ medical costs, will feature a raffle with goodies for people and pets; karaoke; a vegan barbeque; and, of course, pet adoption.
Beware of enjoying the party too much, though. “It might be a good idea to look at the animals before I have a couple drinks,” said Audrey Khuner of Boerum Hill, who is hoping to adopt.
Stray Pride Day will take place at 2 pm on July 8 at Ginger’s Bar (363 Fifth Ave., at Fifth Street in Park Slope). For information, call (718) 788-0924 or visit www.brooklynanimalfo....
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