Bark Ball

This past Saturday was Washington Humane Society’s 23rd annual Bark Ball to raise money and celebrate the work that WHS does in and around the nation’s capital. It’s a glitzy event with animal lovers spending money for the purpose of helping the shelter.

Sadly, despite the above video, Bo couldn’t come, but it was still a great event with lots of glitz and glam for a good cause.

I was working with the adoptable dogs which I love because you’re directly with some of the event’s beneficiaries. Most of the 6 dogs got applications which was awesome. We had a pittie puppy, Almond, who was then featured on Fox 5 yesterday morning. The anchor had walked with one of the adoptables on Saturday and was one of the nicest people I’ve met. She was super sweet, asked questions about the dog before walking, and understood that the energy and exuberance in three-legged Bentley was a good thing.

Another highlight of the night was seeing Tulip again. Tulip was one of the my favorite dogs from WHS. We loved having her at adoption events because she was just a cuddly, licking, happy pittie. She seemed to love being held, picked up, cuddled, and petted. Her adoptive parents brought her to the Ball clad in a yellow tutu and fake tulip necklace. She was adorable. When I saw her I asked if she remembered me and suddenly I had a doggie hug with her paws on my shoulders and her tongue lapping my face! There is nothing so wonderful as seeing a cat or dog’s happiness post-shelter. Tulip is picture #5 in the Washington Post’s slideshow.

The Georgetown Dish has a cute write up of the event, too. I wasn’t able to take any photos with my full hands, but I’ll keep my eye out for any! One photographer caught me rolling on the floor with Bentley during setup which should show off his adorableness appropriately!