Irish Wolfhounds and other animals at
Cleveland's St Patrick's Day Parade 2009

Though Saint Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland, most other animals are welcome participants in the parade in the Saint's honor.

Here are a few from the 2009 Cleveland St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Irish Police Dog complete with badge

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Even Newfoundlands (Newfs) are Irish on St. Patrick's Day

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Pugs enjoyed the Parade too

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Though some chose to ride rather than walk

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The Irish Setter Club was a crowd favorite

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as were the Irish Wolfhounds

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The Lake Farm Park horses went green for the big day