DoveAdore Unleashed Benefits DoveLewis Animals

Dogs and humans and bunnies walk the runway.

Portland, October 2014. Hundreds of DoveLewis’ top supporters gathered at the Portland Art Museum for DoveAdore featuring Boutiques Unleashed raising $322,000 in support of DoveLewis. The evening included a silent auction, live auction, dinner, award presentation and benefit, culminating in a fashion show featuring local human and animal boutiques. Honorary Chair Flo Newton opened the evening as a supporter of DoveLewis. DoveLewis CEO Ron Morgan and Flo Newton presented Dr. Richard Werner, DVM and Dr. Steven Skinner, DVM, DACVIM with DoveLewis Lifetime Achievement Awards in appreciation and recognition of their commitment to DoveLewis and the advancement of veterinary medicine. (photo credit, Erik Schultz)

Flo Newton, Honorary Chair, welcomes attendees to DoveAdore featuring Boutiques Unleashed.

Dr. Richard Werner, DVM receives DoveLewis Lifetime Achievement Award.

Dr. Steven Skinner, DVM, DACVIM receives DoveLewis Lifetime Achievement Award from Flo Newton.

CEO Ron Morgan talks to supporters and presents DoveLewis Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Tresura Newell reveals Penelope the skunk under a custom ensemble, both styled in Michelle DeCourcy designs.

Bid cards were in the air.

Furry Friends were on parade.

Aaron Meyer closes the evening with a special, on-stage performance for guests.

Celebrity humans and pets showcased the hottest fashions for both ends of the leash. 24 human models and 26 animal models took to the runway dressed by supporting boutiques. Willis the Weather Dog, Rojo the Llama, DoveLewis volunteer canine blood donor Diamond, and Flynn of Portland Area Canine Therapy Teams are just some of the animals that walked the runway. The fashion show featured a custom ensemble for Penelope the skunk by renowned fashion designer Michelle DeCourcy.

Elisa Klein

I’ve been a professional journalist and writer since 1987, (and long-time reporter for KOIN-TV.) As a nationally published reporter, with a Master’s Degree in Journalism, I love to report positive news and information. Journalism has also connected me with another non-profit where I served as a leader; the Northwest’s biggest writer’s organization: The Willamette Writers.