Haverhill City Clerk Kaitlin M. Wright said Wednesday “Max,” a one-and-a-half-year-old male combined breed, was called the first-place winner throughout the City Clerk’s workplace Second Annual “Haverhill Top Dog” contest. Max now gets to use dog license no. 1 for the year. Max was embraced by Jack and Joan-Hatem Roy.
“He loves to play catch and he’s a love bug,” said Jack Roy. He said Sweet Paws in Groveland scheduled the adoption. Max is called after Max Verstappen, the 2021 and 2022 Formula One World Champion, because he utilized to enjoy the races as a puppy with the family.
“Ginger,” a Collie mix, is own by David Boucher. (Courtesy photo.)
Second location was granted to “Ginger,” a six-year-old female Collie mix, owner by David Boucher. She will use dog license no. 2. “Bruno,” a two-year old male Labrador Retriever, took 3rd location. His owner is Anne Rosa. Bruno was granted dog license no. 3.
“Haverhill Top Dog” contest motivates locals to certify their dogs by using them a friendly competitors. The winners were arbitrarily picked Wednesday at the City Clerk’s Office.
“Bruno,” a Labrador Retriever, is owned by Anne Rosa. (Courtesy photo.)
Wright thanked locals for taking part and praised the winners, stating, “We were able to double our number of contestants from last year! We have enjoyed seeing the photos of your furry friends and are excited to hang the photos in our office to showcase the winners. Be on the lookout for our contest next year!”
Dogs need to be accredited prior to May 31st or owners will sustain a late charge. New dogs might be accredited at any time. Licensing might be finished face to face at the Clerk’s workplace situated in City Hall, Room 118, 4 Summer St.; online at cityofhaverhill.com; or by mail. A copy of a legitimate rabies certificate is needed for licensing.
Those with concerns might call 978-374-2312. ◊
