NEWINGTON — It is a not so closely guarded secret that well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at the Mall at Fox Run.
In fact, on Dec. 13, dogs visiting the mall got a chance to meet and have a photo taken with Santa Claus. Dogs seem to love him, and Santa loves critters of all kinds, including dogs.
“Sadly, I do not have a dog at the North Pole,” Santa said, as he petted one of the four-legged visitors. “The reindeer really take up a lot of room. I do have four cats though.”
Santa said he loves when pets get to come to the mall. He said he has taken pictures with many animals, including birds and a few lizards.
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Eric Brasier, general manager at the Mall at Fox Run, said the decision to allow people to bring their dogs was made in May 2021.