The town of Killingworth is proud to announce that Scamp Stifel is our new Top Dog! Scamp, a dignified 15-year-old silky Terrier, was eager to arrive at Town Hall to claim his #1 dog tag and begin his reign as Killingworth’s premier pooch. Although Scamp usually avoids car rides, owner Shirley Stifel commented that “he clearly understood what was going on and came right outside today and hopped into the car to come here.” Braving the heat and sporting a new hair cut and stylish gold leash, Scamp eagerly strolled into the Town Clerk’s office to claim his prize, making friends with everyone in the building along the way.

Although hearing impaired, Scamp understands sign language and has no trouble communicating with Shirley, who adopted him at the age of 11 months. “He has a different bark for everything he wants,” Shirley announced, and we suspect he‘s very easy to please. It was clear to see that Scamp, #1 in his own home for years, was perfectly suited to be Killingworth’s new Top Dog. Congratulations, Scamp!

Killingworth’s #2 Top Dog is Agatha, a stunning English Cocker Spaniel, owned by Lynne and Jerry Baron. One-year-old Agatha proudly announced her arrival at the Town Clerk’s office with a youthful exuberant bark, yet graciously posed for photos like royalty. This dignified pup is a very social creature, loves play dates with her neighbor and enjoys chewing on squeaky toys (and dog tags!) Agatha will represent Killingworth well!

Dudley DiGregorio is the winner of the #3 dog tag. Thirteen-year-old Dudley, a yellow Labrador Retriever, was vacationing with his family and unavailable for comment at the time of this report, but sources indicate he was thrilled to learn of his good fortune!