more photos from @stephenbobb http://tinyurl.com/dau45x

great Fashion for Paws photos from @stephenbobb http://tinyurl.com/dbtyjl

Meet Leo- the adoptable pet of the week http://tinyurl.com/c4hy9j

Leo is a big old boy and would make a nice buddy for someone. He acts like a lively, playful younger dog when toys or other dogs are present. He does have some medical issues that need watching so please ask the staff at the Animal Welfare League about them. He may not be adopted to a household with children under 12 years.

Leo is available through the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. The League provides temporary care and refuge for homeless and suffering animals; places animals in loving, responsible homes; provides animal control services to Arlington County; and educates the public and provides a wide variety of community services. The League is located at 2650 South Arlington Mill Drive Arlington, Virginia 22206.

If Leo is adopted by someone after reading this article, I would like to offer them a pet goody bag from Barkley Square Bakery and a $50 gift certificate to Karing by Kristina Complete Pet Care Professionals for their next pet sitting service.

Please contact the Welfare League at 703-931-9241 for more information.

Getting ready to meet with the Ambassdor of Italy’s wife about carrying Italian doggie couture at barkleysquarebakery.com

The doggie fashions at Fashion for Paws were all from Barkley Square check out Michelle’s recap of the event http://tiny.cc/CTMyN

The Washington Humane Society really knows how to throw a party! This year’s Fashion for Paws was held at the Italian Embassy and through the hard work of the WHS staff, fundraising models (through direct donations and ticket sales) and sponsors raised over $240,000.

I arrived at 6pm to start preparing for the festivities. I was immediately greeted by WHS volunteers who offered to help me with my Maltese, Lacy. Backstage was buzzing with the fundraising models getting their make-up done by Chanel and hair by Toka Salon. Since we were right next to the kitchen we were able to watch the chefs from Teatro Goldini prepare delicious amuse bouche and appetizers for the party goers to enjoy. The dog dressing area was one of my favorite places to visit. It was so much fun to see the four-legged models getting dressed up for their runway debut. All of the dogs’ outfits were made by Barkley Square. My Maltese, Lacy got to wear a very cute red quilted coat with red boa edging. (Her outfit is photographed above with Kristina Robertson, owner of Barkley Square and Designer)

After a quick walk through on the stage it was time for the party to begin. The VIP section had some really great amenities including the Fendi Lounge, several beverage bars and doggie t-shirts donated by Tysons Corner. There were even yummy cupcakes available for all to enjoy.

The fashion show was a great success thanks to the hard work of Aba Kwawu of the Aba Agency and Tysons Galleria for lending all of the models their outfits. There were several different designers and stores featured including Saks Fifth Avenue, Betsey Johnson and Nicole Miller. I had the privilege of being dressed by Nicole Miller in a flirty multi colored dress along with some major bling from David Yurman (I can safely say I had the value of a car hanging from my wrist and neck)

After the runway show guests continued the party by heading to the outdoor tent for a concert with the Frustrations. Revelers partied long into the night with a VIP after party at the popular L2 lounge in Georgetown.

If you were unable to make it to this year’s Fashion for Paws, I strongly encourage you to buy your tickets early for next year!

Gigi and I just finished dressing all the dogs for the Fashion for Paws event! Wow

Busy day preparing for tomorrow’s Fashion for Paws!

Here we go…gotta make my peanut butter Postal Guys! The doggies love to “eat them!”