What began as a Tuesday night event at a local eatery has grown into a big stage production complete with glamorous fur baby models, says Robinson’s Rescue President Dr. Andrea Master Everson. “The dogs are what set this event apart from everything, and it ties in with our whole mission,” she said.

In April, downtown Shreveport’s highest-profile rehab in recent memory – the Lofts at 624 – began welcoming apartment dwellers. The moves come none too soon for people who see the development as an important step forward in the revitalization of Shreveport’s historic downtown.

“Best in Sheaux brings together the best of the best – 15 worldclass dogs competing for the title of Best in Sheaux and a spot in our annual Robinson’s Rescue calendar, first-class cuisine and priceless auction items,” Dr. Andrea Everson, president and medical director of Robinson’s Rescue, said.