DOTTIE AKA SPOTS GALORE

(September 1, 1988 – June 23, 1999)

Executive V.P., Napping Department

Although she had a spotty past, she brought a special brand of enthusiasm and exuberance to the company – especially when it came to taste testing. She could "spot" a great treat a mile away – her "tail-o-meter" told the whole story! Although no longer with us, Dottie's spirit continues to give two "paws" up to the great treats of Three Dog Bakery!

SARAH JEAN THE BISCUIT QUEEN

(February 1, 1987 – December 31, 2001)

Executive V.P., Tummy Rubs Division

Sarah kept her ears perked and her tail fluffed for all quality control issues and tried her doggone best to sample every batch for consistency. Sarah made sure everyone's tails were in line at Three Dog Bakery and she was a tough cookie when it came to "paw"fection – a standard that still holds true today!

AMAZING GRACIE

(November 11, 1989 – January 21, 1999)

Executive V.P., Eating

Through her tenacious spirit Gracie inspired the founding of Three Dog Bakery. Born deaf and blind in one eye, she overcame her disabilities and turned what could have been a dog's life into a victory of the canine spirit. Her unique, vivacious (and tall) outlook on life caused people everywhere to notice her and fall in love with her giant heart. She always stole the show, wherever she went!

DAN DYE

Co-Founder of Three Dog Bakery

Witty, creative, and always the leader of fun in the dog pack, Dan brought passion and spirit to Three Dog Bakery unmatched to this day. His fun-loving, quirky "dogisms" helped create a new language for dogdom and its leash-slaves! Through the Gracie Foundation, Dan continues sharing his dedication and commitment to dogs the "world rover". He has "pawed" several books with Mark and the help of his dogs. In his past life, he worked in national corporate advertising for two Fortune 100 firms and studied international marketing at the University de Madrid, Spain and Rockhurst College in Kansas City, MO.

MARK BECKLOFF

Co-Founder of Three Dog Bakery

Charming, intelligent, and dedicated, Mark's focus helped shaped Three Dog Bakery into the leader of the pack! His wit and charisma has spawned thousands of fans and friends over the years of his involvement with the brand. Through the Gracie Foundation, Mark continues to create opportunities for the pets in need across the world. He has "pawed" several books with Dan and the assistance of his dog-family. His previous career included serving as Director of Technical Services for an international pharmaceutical research and development company. He graduated from Baker University in Kansas.