This year marked the Austin Humane Society's third annual Rags to Wags event! This evening of canine couture and feline finery was held at the Austin Music Hall and hosted by Kevin Connor of ME TV and brought celebrities like Annmarie Lucus of NYC's Animal Cops, Anne Wolf, national boxing champion, KEYE TV's Ron Oliveira and Musician Elizabeth Wills, just to name a few. We were also joined by radio personlities Kim Stewart of Majic, JB Hager of the Mix 94.7 JB and Sandy Show and Carey Edwards of Mix 94.7. Designer Kendra Scott, Carole Keeton-Strayhorn, The Austin American Statesman's "Style Matters" Marques Harper, along with Sheriff Greg Hamilton and American Gladiator Ali Davidson joined us on the catwalk too! All of the furry fashions were courtesy of The Lofty Dog! Photography courtesy of Mark Rutkowski photography (www.MarkRutkowski.net)

Every year at Rags to Wags, AHS recognizes a leader in the community making a difference for animals in Austin. This year, Animal Trustees of Austin founder Missy McCullough was recognized for her service to animals and honored as AHS's 2008 Guardian Award recipient.

Mayor Wynn joined us and introduced our musical guest, singer/songwriter, Bruce Robison.

A unique array of silent and live auction items added to the fun. A guiltar signed by the Eagles, a Lake Austin Spa and Resort package, along with a NYC Westminster Dog Show package were the most popular in the auction.

A fantastic time was had by all while we raised money for the animals of the Austin Humane Society.