HOWL-O-WEEN 2011 AT SM MARIKINA
Sponsored by PDO (Philippine Dog Owners) of Rizal, Pasig, Marikina chapters, the successful dog costume contest was held in SM Marikina on October 30, 2011.
The author in a pose
The affair started in the morning but we arrived after lunch. On the stage was Francis Cleofas, a dog behaviorist, giving out tips to dog owners. One particular item we took note was “when correcting your dog, do not mention his name.”
Dog behaviorist Francis Cleofas
Noticeable was the presence of Queen Truffles, a perennial contest winner. Her last conquest was the fashion show at the BHS (Boni Hi Street in Bonifacio Global City) pet affair last October 16.
Queen Truffles beside her owner Mark Vincent Carillo of SGV. Notice the eyelashes of the Queen.
Mark Vincent Carillo, proud owner of Truffles, lives in Sampaloc. “Magastos nga kasi sa taxi pa lang eh five hundred na agad,” Mark laments but actually just wants to express his sacrifice for the sheer love of his dog.
Tisoy leads the parade of dogs followed by Epoy who is being carried
There were 12 entries to the dog costume contest. But before the judging, a parade was held around the ground floor of the mall. Owners of non-contestant dogs were so glad because their dogs were allowed to join the parade.
The parade of dogs around the area
The contestants for the costume contest are:
1. Princess, the flamboyant poodle
2. Pierre, the miniature shih tzu
3. Hachi in a bridal gown
4. Vodka, the immaculate white dog
5. Toddler, the teacup chihuahua
6. Jughead in a dunce cap
7. Coco, the black shih tzu
8. Dollar, the attention-getter shih tzu
9. Migs in a unique attire
10. Bridget in full battle regalia
11. Robbie, the grave-digger shih tzu
12. Frances, the egyptian shih tzu
The judges were Mark Vincent Carillo, Honey Tenorio, the SM assistant manager, and Milan Arriola, part of the event organizing group.
The judges... from left: Milan Arriola, Honey Tenorio, Mark Vincent Carillo
To give ample time in tabulating the scores, a photo op with the contestants took the stage. Epoy, our pekingese, seized the opportunity.
Some of the contestants 
Toddler and Epoy
After a long deliberation and thorough checking of the scores, the auditors came up with the 3 winners….
The contestants waiting for the verdict
1. Adjudged the cutest dog was Toddler
2. The funniest dog was Migs
3. The most creative costume winner was Bridget
Winners all: Toddler, Migs, Bridget
After a short pictorial, the awarding of prizes ended the affair. Hopefully there would be another such affair before the year ends.
The PDO registration at the background
We joined the PDO (Philippine Dog Owners) since we are bona-fide dog owners and certified dog lovers too.
The affair started in the morning but we arrived after lunch. On the stage was Francis Cleofas, a dog behaviorist, giving out tips to dog owners. One particular item we took note was “when correcting your dog, do not mention his name.”
Noticeable was the presence of Queen Truffles, a perennial contest winner. Her last conquest was the fashion show at the BHS (Boni Hi Street in Bonifacio Global City) pet affair last October 16.
Mark Vincent Carillo, proud owner of Truffles, lives in Sampaloc. “Magastos nga kasi sa taxi pa lang eh five hundred na agad,” Mark laments but actually just wants to express his sacrifice for the sheer love of his dog.
There were 12 entries to the dog costume contest. But before the judging, a parade was held around the ground floor of the mall. Owners of non-contestant dogs were so glad because their dogs were allowed to join the parade.
The contestants for the costume contest are:
1. Princess, the flamboyant poodle
2. Pierre, the miniature shih tzu
3. Hachi in a bridal gown
4. Vodka, the immaculate white dog
5. Toddler, the teacup chihuahua
6. Jughead in a dunce cap
7. Coco, the black shih tzu
8. Dollar, the attention-getter shih tzu
9. Migs in a unique attire
10. Bridget in full battle regalia
11. Robbie, the grave-digger shih tzu
12. Frances, the egyptian shih tzu
The judges were Mark Vincent Carillo, Honey Tenorio, the SM assistant manager, and Milan Arriola, part of the event organizing group.
To give ample time in tabulating the scores, a photo op with the contestants took the stage. Epoy, our pekingese, seized the opportunity.
After a long deliberation and thorough checking of the scores, the auditors came up with the 3 winners….
1. Adjudged the cutest dog was Toddler
2. The funniest dog was Migs
3. The most creative costume winner was Bridget
After a short pictorial, the awarding of prizes ended the affair. Hopefully there would be another such affair before the year ends.
We joined the PDO (Philippine Dog Owners) since we are bona-fide dog owners and certified dog lovers too.
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