<BGSOUND SRC="Fame.mid" LOOP="INFINITE"> Something To Bark About!

All Bowwow Bonnet wearers are special. There is no doubt about that! You can't look at a dog in a hat and not smile! That's why they are so popular for nursing home visits, meet and greets,parades, pictures, etc. But every once and awhile some pups get extra special attention and when I hear about it I am just elated! So, this page will be dedicated to the pups that are in the "spotlight" to become one of my famous Bowwow Bonnets "STARS"



Lexie is a calendar girl! Her Mom says "Lexie does therapy work at several places. One of the directors sent in her picture(the one with her therapy hat) to the AMDA (American Medical Directors Association) They were askinf for pics of Therapy dogs for their canine companion calendar. This is National. OUt of hundred of applicants, Lexie is Miss January. We are so excited. It is an honor. Lexie even had to sign "rights" to her picture! thank you Donna for making Lexie the hat last year. I think it was the hat that "topped" her to win!"



Nina got first place! Her Mom says "Niņa, my 41 lb. spanish galgo, won the costume contest at GFNC's fall fundraiser as a "Sassy Senorita". Niņa loved wearing the hat and strutted around like she was meant to be the center of attention.



Blaze Rodriguez does it again this year in his construction worker costume! His Mom, Jo Ann said "Blaze placed 3rd tonight in the Palm Beach Kennel Club costume contest. Lots of Greys showed up and  a lot of great costumes, what a fun night!



Handsome Dylan made the newspaper! His Mom, Janet says " I just had to share this wonderful picture with you. It is in today's edition of the Elmira Star-Gazette. Dylan is wearing his "Your Wish is My Command," and the carousel Greyhound is wearing Gospel's "Greyt Houdini."



Starr Gospel Lambert was busy too! His Mom sent in this picture and writes, "Starr Gospel working the crowd at a meet & greet today w/his Houndini Hat. We were at Tioga Downs Race Track in Nichols, NY



The lovely Dingo made front page at Greyhound Friends North Carolina website wearing her Crown.

The Princess of Mountain Hound - Dingo age 14 years young.

Patricia & Mike Ingram submitted this sweet photo of Dingo that came into their home at 11 months. She is very special to the Ingram's. Her attire from Houndstown - Collar, Lori @ Bookends necklace designed for Dingo's 14th birthday and crown by Bow Wow Bonnets.



Handsome Blaze Rodriguez has 2 wins under his belt for his Greyt Houndini Costume! He took 3rd at the Pet Smart Halloween Contest AND a 1st Place at the Palm Beach Kennel Club! His Mom JoAnn writes, "I think Blaze liked best being able to go out on the track. The minute his little paws touched the sand he was so excited, he stood out there so proud just like he won a big race, it was so funny. Thanks again for helping make Halloween so much fun.



Here's Dana Provost's girl Sancerre in her Greyhound Bus costume made by her Mom (Wild Things for Greys)and hat from Bowwow Bonnets.She won first prize at the greyhound picnic in Las Vegas!



Here is the lovely Hillary Dalton in her Frilly Tiger Lily hat. She won the title of Best Easter Hat when she attended South Carolina GPA's Greyhound Easter Egg Hunt & Fun Day.



Doesn't Shelby Lou look elegant in her Grandest Lady hat? Her full page photo can be seen in the fall issue of MODERN DOG Magazine on page 30. Way to go pretty girl!



Meet the amazing Genie Derf. I had the honor of making her birthday hats to celebrate her 19th birthday! Her story, written by her Mom, Neena, was published in the Manatee Herald Tribune.

Eight years ago, Greyhound Pets of America/Tampa Bay's Volunteers set up a tent at a local craft fair to promote adoptions of retired racing dogs. We were immediately drawn to the group of amazingly beautiful, graceful, elegant dogs in need of good homes. One pup, Genie, particularly stood out to us. We remember how she patiently and proudly stood as we were told her story. We learned that she was 11 years old and newly retired after five years of running and five years of breeding. Captivated by her big, brown, beautiful eyes, "bunny soft" coat and wonderful smile, my husband, Tim, announced, "She belongs in our home." That day proved to be the luckiest of our lives, as Genie actually saved my husband's life. About two years after her adoption, Genie had a regular veterinary appointment one Sunday afternoon. Later, at 3:30 a.m., Genie urgently rattled her tags, nudged and woke me up. She never does that! I thought she might be sick from the shots and rushed to take her outside. To my shock, she led me to my husband, passed out at the other end of the house. He had an internal bleeding problem, and had hemorrhaged to the point that doctors say he was 10 minutes from death. I would have slept through it all if it weren't for our miracle dog, Genie. We truly believe that Genie chose us to be her family. She had a definite purpose at the end of her magnificent racing career that she was destined to fulfill. Genie was meant to be our miracle. On May 8, our Genie turned an amazingly healthy and happy 19 years young. A greyhound's normal life span is 10 to 13 years. Genie is a true ambassador for greyhound adoptions, and proof positive that older pets in need deserve loving homes. At every event Genie attends, she amazes us all. She continues to be very energetic, bright-eyed, loving, smart and gorgeous. We are truly proud of our little girl, and she is loved more than words can ever express. ***UPDATE***On July 21, 2008 20 year old Genie went to the bridge. Her Mom writes... Early this morning we lost our precious Genie. SO SAD! She really never was "right" since the cancer surgery last month. She seemed to be panting more than normal...but always happy and playful. Yesterday, we were invited to a greyhound party! Genie and Eddie were so excited to go. Genie danced wanting to go for a ride in the car. The event was in an air conditioned building about 20 minutes from home... Genie was the shining star. She smelled every boy's butt...and pranced around having a good time. We only stayed about 20 minutes....but, on the way home, Genie developed a breathing problem. We got her home...and she was wobbly...got her inside...and she laid for a few minutes on her bed in the kitchen area. Then...she got a spurt of energy and went back to that big Queen size bed of hers and jumped up. Even to her last breath...she was the fighter...the champion...our angel. She fought hard...but at 2:05 A. M. this morning... she left us. No tubes or needles...not apparently in pain, just breathing hard. She left us in her favorite spot...on her big old bed. We loved her so very much...and she loved us too! We're proud to have had Genie in our family....happy that in her last year, she was able to maybe raise an extra dollar or two for the greyhounds still in need of good homes....and although sad to see her go...we know that we were blessed every single day she was a part of our family. Who would have thought that 11 year old we brought home would live to be 20!... AND SAVE TIM's LIFE too! Amazing. No cards...no sad notes, please. INSTEAD....Celebrate the wonderful life Genie had. Maybe give a dollar to an adoption group in her memory. She was the prize! Remember the birthday parties...and how she loved to play. Genie was certainly one of a kind! And will be sorely missed... Neena



Linda Hanzlik's handsome boy Kai, wore his Surfer Dude hat to the "Fur Ball",this year which was a fundraiser to support a no kill shelter. Linda writes " He was a hit!!! A great time for a good cause."



Here's Elizabeth Paquette's beautiful girl Mazie and her friend Henry. Elizabeth wrote "Your cleopatra hat was a terrific success this past weekend here in West Palm Beach, Florida. Mazie and her friend, Henry, won first place in the costume contest at The Peggy Adams Rescue Center's "March for the Animals". They make a terrific Mark Antony and Cleo!! Many thanks! Elizabeth Paquette & Mazie



Meet puppy Holman! This precious little guy is in training to be a service dog. He is with Canine Companions for Independence. His puppy raiser Joan will have him for seventeen months and then he will be returned to the north central region facilities where he will go for more advanced training. She says he's getting big fast, is very smart and is learning his basics quite quickly. Way to go Holman! PUPDATE on Holman and updated big boy picture...He is off to college as of last Friday. Joan took him to Columbus, Ohio where he will getting more advanced training.LAST HOLMAN UPDATE! He completed his training, graduated and was matched to a 5 year old boy with severe disabilities.What an amazing boy! All the best Holman! You deserve it!



Meet Jeanne Liedtka's beautiful girl Ellie. She donned her nurses cap to make an appearance at the Chicagoland Pet Expo and got her picture taken for the Chicago Tribune. She is a real star in more ways than one.



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