Tiki Eavy, affectionately known as the Grand Dame of Bennington Hollow, is an elegant Yorkshire Terrier. She was born in Iowa and made her way to Virginia via New Jersey. She has cataracts and deposits that cloud her vision. But they do not stop her from seeing the world her way-free of fear and full of love and remembrance. Tiger Warger, Tiki's longtime best friend, is a cuddley Maltese. He was born in Missouri and made his way to Virginia via New Jersey. He goes for acupuncture every three weeks to reduce the pain in his leg that resulted from a hereditary condition. He sees the world as happy and joyful, playful and fun. He rolls on his back a lot. He says that's how he likes best to see the world, as one giant cuddle. Tiki loves taking long walks and sitting in the sun on the back deck. Tiger, on the other hand, prefers cuddling on your lap and taking rides in the car. They both love asparagus! Tiki and Tiger have been frequent guests on the Comcast Cable program, Dateline Reston. They have co-hosted the program's holiday special live from Santa Paws at the Reston Town Center for more than 6 years. Meet Our New Additions-Marigold and Oliver Tiger and Tiki welcome two new additions to Bennington Hollow-Marigold and Oliver. Meet Marigold Marigold is a 5 pound Papillon with lots of spirit and spunk. She comes from the Astra Kennel in Williamsburg, home of numerous show dogs. Her uncle, Designated Driver, showed at Westminster-quite an accomplishment! Although Marigold has no interest in the show world-she has a lot of show quality to her. While growing up with the Hardee clan-cousin Bella in particular-Marigold learned how to prance, dance, and pose for photos. She loves toys. (Read what the breeder, Jean Keating, had to say about Marigold's arrival. PDF) Meet Oliver Oliver is a 2 ½ pound Japanese Chin from the Cherbo Kennel. Although Chins were bred as lap dogs, you'll rarely find Oliver sitting on one. He is one busy little fellow-constantly on the go, Oliver likes to tumble, rumble, and race around. He's fast on his paws too, so look out! Like Marigold, Oliver shows no interest in the show world, even though his mother and father are both champions. Instead, Oliver is focused on investigating everything-don't be shocked if you find him looking for dust balls under the credenza, digging for tasty bugs (yes, as Marigold says, "Yuck! He eats them too!"), or climbing over the ex-pen to get a better look at a new fallen leaf. (Marigold prepared an arrival announcement for Oliver. PDF) Update! Marigold and Oliver Turn Three Years Old! Oliver No longer puppies, Marigold and Oliver have grown into quite the little adults. Although Marigold will tell you that she will always think of Oliver as “her little puppy.” Which is just fine with Oliver, who at 5 pounds to her 9 thinks playing the role of little brother is great type casting. Oliver’s goal is to become a movie star. If you listen closely You can hear him humming the Ringo Starr tune, “They’re gonna put me in the movies, they’re gonna make a big star out of me…” He delights in entertaining. Although Marigold will tell you that sometimes “he is just silly!” “Am not!” “Are too.” “Am not! I am a true thespian and a distinguished gentleman.” And with that, Oliver crosses his paws and takes a regal pose. Marigold Marigold, on the other hand, has dreams of becoming a spokes model. Keeping with the literary tradition established by Tiki and Tiger, Marigold has been keeping a diary of her experiences in “Ms. Marigold Presents…” and has been planning a book about her and Oliver for children. In the meantime Marigold and Oliver are busy with their new line of greeting cards, “Smiles All Around.” [Click here to see.]   Read Press Release: Myers Public Relations For Immediate Release January 3, 2001 Contact: Myers Public Relations 703/471-2829 or myerspr@erols.com Life's Little Treasures Celebrated In First Offering by Local Author Reston, VA Tiki Eavy announces the release of her recently published book, Life through Tiki's Eyes: With Comment by Tiger. Here we are with our publicist, Mary, of Myers Public Relations. She says we are two of her most fun clients! Tiki lives in Reston, Virginia, where she is affectionately known as the Grand Dame of Bennington Hollow. In this her first book, she shares her wit and wisdom about her home, the world outside, and the universe. Her friend and longtime companion, Tiger Warger, lovingly peppers the text with commentary. The two friends provide a unique perspective on experiencing the joy in everyday life. Tiki related her book to Cynthia L. Warger, who put her words on paper. "Every furry friend has a spirit and soul all its own that can provide a source of daily inspiration," explains Ms. Warger. "When I look into Tiki's and Tiger's eyes, I see a life that, while different than ours, is filled with love and compassion and never-ending adventure." Tiki's insights even provide a clue or two into human nature, and her descriptive manner is uplifting and instructive. The uniqueness of Tiki's approach is derived from the reality that she is a Yorkshire Terrier. Her friend Tiger is a Maltese. With great gusto, Tiki and Tiger are already busy on three new manuscripts: Tiki's Travels: With Postcards from Tiger; Tiger on Top: With Underlying Messages from Tiki; and Tiki and Tiger's Walk Through the Suburbs: An Alphabet Book also are scheduled for release later this year. The book may be ordered from the publisher, Exceptional Innovations, at 703-709-0136 or at their Web site, www.exinn.net. Tiki and Tiger may be written to at their e-mail address: tigerandtiki@exinn.net. Ms. Warger owns Warger, Eavy & Associates, a communications firm in Reston, Virginia. She is recipient of National EdPress Awards for various publications. She also has received awards for her videos, including an Aurora Award, a Golden Eagle Award, Communicator Awards, and Videographer Awards.