The first ever Virtual Elvis Pet Parade, sponsored by Dilworth Small Animal Hospital,
was held Saturday, June 6 as part of the Virtual Tupelo Elvis Festival. “We were happy
to be a part of this event to support the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society,” stated Dr. Laurie
Dilworth, owner and medical director of Dilworth Small Animal Hospital.
“Virtual participation allowed owners to photograph or video their pets and upload the
images to a Facebook event page so everyone could view all the contestants” Dilworth
noted.
The judging was held on Sunday, June 7 and the following winners were
announced:
Fan Favorite Winner • “Paisley” the Pony
Owner: Jessica Criddle
Paisley is a 15 year old Pony
Elvis Look-A-Like Winner • Lil’ Elvis
Owner: Pam Hussey
Lil’ Elvis is a 17 year old Rescue
Best Costume Winner • Jace
Owner: Tiffany Moss
Jace is a 5 year old Yorkie
Pet/Owner Look-A-Like Winner • Abilene
Owner: April Hood
Abilene is a 4 month old Cotralian (Mini Australian Shepherd/Cocker Spaniel)
Elvis World Tour Winner • Bennie Bear
Owner: Tiffany Moss
Bennie Bear is a 4 year old Toy Poddle
Best in Show – Overall Winner • Luna
Owner: Erica Underwood Burkle
Luna is a 4 year old Great Pyrenees Rescue
Honorable Mention • Jedi and Matlock
Owner: Melissa King
Jedi is a 12 year old Maltipoo
Matlock is a 10 year old Bichon Frise
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