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The Chicago Botanic Garden will be hosting its fifth annual Reindog Parade on Saturday, December 1st, 2007. Dress up your dog in a silly Santa outfit, and he is ready to go. The Reindog Parade begins at 1:15 p.m. Judges award Reindog prizes beginning at 2:15 p.m. Registration is $14 ahead of time or $19 at the door. The big draw for pet owners could be that this is the only day of the year that you are allowed to bring your Reindog (Dog) into the Botanic Gardens.

The Chicago Botanic Garden is approximately 20 miles north of Chicago. The Botanic Garden is located at 1000 Lake Cook Road in Glencoe, Illinois.

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The Chicago Botanic Garden takes a bow (wow) for 2007 with the fifth annual Reindog Parade on Saturday, December 1. For four very special hours only, dogs are allowed in the Garden.

Cleverly costumed canines march the parade route—with Santa in the lead carrying a giant candy cane baton—to celebrate the holiday season.

Reindog festivities include judging by celebrities from noon to 1 p.m., the parade steps off at 1:15 p.m., and judges award prizes beginning at 2:15 p.m.

Other activities include a visit and photo opportunity with Santa, and demonstrations by dog experts. The “Pup Tent” features holiday gifts and refreshments for pooches and people.

You may also visit the spectacular Wonderland Express exhibit, although dogs may not join you in the Regenstein Center.

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