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Arlington Pet of the Week: Bowser

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This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Bowser, an Akita who likes bacon.

Here’s what Bowser’s owners, Sara and Wah Sun, had to say about him after translating his barks:

Hi. My name is Bowser. I am six years old and I’m an Akita. I’m originally from Houston (go Texans) but have been a Virginian for 2.5 years now. I moved to Arlington Forest a few months ago and I love it! My favorite things are walks, playing fetch, squirrels, rabbits, squeaky toys, lots of pets and belly rubs, and treats, treats and more treats. My favorite treat is bacon, because bacon, and my next favorite treat is meat. I recently got my humans to start rewarding me with bits of turkey bacon when I pay attention on walks, so life is great right now.

I’m told I’m the sweetest thing, and am very calm and gentle. I am a bit, well a lot, nosy and love to be a part of the action at all times. I’m an expert micromanager and make sure my humans wake up on time for my walk every morning. My new favorite place to walk is Lubber Run by my house; it’s so much fun to romp through the dirt and trees. I love to meet other humans on my walks, so if you see me come say hi!

Want your pet to be considered for the Arlington Pet of the Week? Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet. Please don’t send vertical photos, they don’t fit in our photo galleries!

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks. Becky’s Pet Care is the winner six consecutive Angie’s List Super Service Awards, the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year and a proud supporter of the Arlington County Pawsitively Prepared Campaign.

Becky’s Pet Care provides professional dog walking and pet sitting in Arlington and all of Northern Virginia, as well as PetPrep training courses for Pet Care, CPR and emergency preparedness.

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