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About Tinkerbelle
On February 11, 2010, our precious
Mascot of National Dog Day, Tinkerbelle, {also the fur child of National
Dog Day founder, Colleen Paige} lost her battle with brain cancer. She was
only 10 years old. Because of her amazing and magical spirit, she lived
six months beyond what her life expectancy was determined to be. Over the
course of her little life, Tinkerbelle brought love and kisses to
thousands, from the everyday dog lover, to celebrities, sick and
challenged children and the elderly. Through National Dog Day events
nationwide, she has helped to save over 50,000 homeless dogs.
Tinkerbelle was a standard Chihuahua
who went from unwanted and discarded...to loved and
cherished.
Children
flocked to "Tink" like seagulls on
French fries...and were, to her, virtual cotton candy. Contrary to what
most people think, once a human encountered this little love bug,
they required a shammy and some pocket wipes to avoid patches of dried "wahwah"
drool on their cheeks and lips. A veritable fairy, covered in fur, Tink
carried an epic love for people {especially children} and food. If there
be one single crumb of a cracker or cookie in your pocket, she lulled you
into hypnosis, disarming you with coos and kisses and like a seasoned
pickpocket...and in the blink of an eye - left you lint free and none the
wiser. A note of caution was always offered....check your wallet!
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