For this year’s Major League Baseball Season, it was clear that aiming to win the World Series was not enough.
Instead the Chicago White Sox of Illinois (USA) aimed to achieve a Guinness World Records title for Most dogs attending a sporting event.
As fluffy pups gathered into U.S. Cellular Field for the annual “Bark at the Park” occasion, dogs participating in the record were gathered alongside owners who were seated in the outfield area.
“Bark at the Park” is a traditional event held during baseball seasons, both major and minor league, as a means of allowing pet owners to include their furry friends in the great American sport.
In 1996, the Sox were the first to create an inclusive day for owner and dog to enjoy their time at the baseball, making this record title a significant one to the team.
On the night of the game, doggies piled in, decked Chicago White Sox jerseys for their big moment.
The minimum requirement to beat was 1,000 dogs, and each had to remain seated next to their owner for at least 10 minutes while the game went on.
With official adjudicator Michael Empric keeping tabs of record requirements, he happily announced at the game that the White Sox had earned the record with 1,122 dogs.
A great day for the major league team, as well as the dogs who became record participants! The Sox couldn’t have done it without them.
