Patients at the Children's Cancer Hospital at M. D. Anderson got a surprise on June 10 when two special canine guests paid a visit to the young patients on the ninth floor. Westminster Dog Show winners, Stump and J.R., strutted into the PediDome recreation room and were immediately covered with pats and kisses from their youngest fans.

The two dog celebrities were there to give patients a distraction from their treatment, while also endorsing a new line of pet products from the Children's Art Project. CAP unveiled the "Flag" pet bandana that features the artwork of three pediatric cancer patients. In addition, five new dog ornaments from Joy to the World Collectibles were created for CAP, and all sport the bandana design. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Although Stump and J.R. looked good in their new bandanas, they seemed much more interested in the rubs and attention they were getting from all of the patients. In return, the pets provided a comfort for the children, which was evident by the smiles that spread across each face. 

And don't miss Stump's special appearance on Saturday July 18 and Sunday July 19 at the Reliant World Series of Dog Shows. The show begins on July 16 at Reliant Center and includes breed judging and obedience, you'll discover agility dogs racing over obstacle courses, flyball teams hurdling to beat the clock, and four-footed athletes catching Frisbees and dancing to music. Then take in the Mari Jon Filla Student Art Exhibit and buy dog goodies galore.

To purchase a pet bandana or one of the glass ornaments, visit www.childrensart.org or visit the Children's Art Project Boutique in Uptown Park.