Dogs and their handlers ready to impress at BowWow PowWow in Ramona – San Diego Union-Tribune

The 16th BowWow Pow Wow attracted 33 dogs and their handlers, who competed in 13 categories ranging from Most Talented to Best Kisser, Dog and Child Lookalike and Best Adult Costume.

In addition to the dogs registered in the different categories, several people came with dogs not participating in the friendly competition.

The Ramona Kiwanis Club event was held on September 14 at the Ramona Fairgrounds.

More than a popular success, the show was fun, said Tiffany Lynch, who co-chaired the event with Jon Stephens.

“There’s nothing better than seeing dogs and their owners having a good time,” Lynch said.

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The winners of the children’s costume contest are, from left, Kahlo Lababit and Nala, second; Vida Adomitis and Hank, first; and Kelcee Pressler and Bunny, third. (Maureen Robertson)

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Sitting at the judges’ table throughout the day were Kris Taylor of Taylor Made Working Dogs, Shelly Mullin of Shellz Dezign, Photography & Dogs and Ilana Friedman of 2 The Rescue Animal Rescue Inc. An additional feature at the table was Rocky, Friedman’s friendly rescue dog who “thinks everyone is here to see him,” Friedman said.

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Cutest dog honors went to, from left, Amanda Marcus and Solo, second place; Evelyn Brown and Tucker, third; and Kelcee Pressler and Bunny. (Maureen Robertson)

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Ramona Rodeo Queen Izzy Lynch and Junior Rodeo Queen Kate Dobrotin assisted Kiwanians as needed, and Kiwanian Chris Bertolero served as master of ceremonies. Emma Chamdroo sang the national anthem accompanied by her father, David, on guitar.

Auction and Raffle Chair Jeanne Bell coordinated the display of 18 themed baskets and 10 silent auction items. As with previous Kiwanis dog shows, Montecito High School construction students, under the direction of teacher Nick Jordan, built and donated two dog houses to the silent auction.

“We’re thrilled to have had more dogs than last year and we can’t wait for next year,” Lynch said. “We hope everyone will save the date, September 13, 2025.”

One hundred percent of the proceeds from the event go to Ramona Kiwanis’ many projects for youth, military, seniors and the community.