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Sparkle & Dazzle World

Meet the Cast

Big personalities. Even bigger adventures.

Illustration of Sparkle, a cream-and-tan fluffy Maltipoo with darker floppy ears, wearing a hot-pink paw-print bow and matching harness, smiling with her tongue out
Co-star

Sparkle

One dramatic tail toss and Sparkle has already stolen the spotlight.

Someone cue the spotlight. Sparkle has arrived! She tosses her magnificent tail, shows off her fabulous pink bow, and greets the world as if a red carpet has been rolled out just for her. This little rescue Maltipoo is part glamour queen, part social butterfly, and all heart. She loves her people, lives for a grand entrance, and can turn an ordinary outing into an event worth dressing up for.

  • Glamorous
  • Outgoing
  • Affectionate
Illustration of Dazzle, a curly white dog wearing a pink collar with a silver bone-shaped name tag
Co-star

Dazzle

A little quieter. Every bit the star.

Dazzle may be the quieter half of this dazzling duo, but don't underestimate her star power. With snowy curls, floppy ears and those wonderfully long legs (so much for 'teacup'!), she has a way of surprising everyone. Her family brought her home from Tijuana, Mexico, and she made the trip with her very own tiny pet passport! Dazzle has sensory sensitivities, so sudden sounds and busy scenes can feel like a lot. That's why you might spot her wearing headphones or taking a break in her cozy open-door crate. She knows when she needs a little space and rejoins the adventure when she's ready. And while Sparkle is busy making a grand entrance, Dazzle is noticing the details everyone else missed. Thoughtful, quietly courageous and full of heart, Dazzle proves there is more than one way to shine.

  • Observant
  • Capable
  • Quirky
Illustration of Rook, a shaggy black-and-tan Aussiedoodle wearing a blue paw-print bandana, with a huge toothy grin
Recurring guest star

Rook

Rook loves everybody and everything. The house may need to brace itself.

Rook doesn't enter a room quietly. He arrives ready to love everybody in it. Every toy is irresistible, every visitor is a new best friend, and every adventure deserves his full, oversized enthusiasm. This giant Aussiedoodle belongs to Gina's son Nico, making him Sparkle and Dazzle's enormous, lovable nephew. When he visits from Arizona, he finds a house built for dogs a fraction of his size. The beds are tiny. The dog door is even tinier. Anything within reach looks like an invitation to play. Rook has no idea he's causing a ruckus. He's having the time of his life. Just don't tell him he won't fit on your lap.

  • Loves everybody
  • Joyful
  • Enormous

The supporting cast

Meet the rest of the crew

These six come from Gina’s extended family and circle of friends, and every one of them steals a scene or two.

  • Illustration of Chewy, a small scruffy white-and-tan Shih Tzu in a blue collar with a bone-shaped name tag, tongue peeking out

    Chewy

    Small dog. Big energy.

    Chewy may technically be Sparkle and Dazzle's great-uncle, but this high-energy Shih Tzu acts like the youngest pup at the party. He runs on pure enthusiasm. Once he decides something is exciting—and most things are—he wants to be right in the middle of it.

    • High-energy
    • Lovable
    • Enthusiastic
  • Illustration of Mick, a cream-colored dog wearing round glasses and a brown collar, giving a knowing sideways glance

    Mick

    Mick is not amused. At. All.

    Mick is Sparkle and Dazzle's great-uncle, a distinguished older rescue with round glasses, a legendary side-eye and absolutely no interest in anyone else's nonsense. While the rest of the crew makes glorious mischief, he looks like he's preparing a very stern letter. Is he impressed? Not remotely.

    • Dignified
    • Particular
    • Devoted
  • Illustration of Azad, a fluffy gray-and-white Bernedoodle with one blue eye and one brown eye, wearing a blue harness and a happy tongue-out smile

    Azad

    Sparkle may have to share the spotlight.

    Azad belongs to Gina's dear friend Sundeep, and wherever he goes, heads turn. This spectacular Bernedoodle has a luxurious multicolored coat, one blue eye and one brown eye, and enough natural glamour to give Sparkle some serious competition. He's gentle and easygoing, but there's no hiding a face that fabulous.

    • Gentle
    • Warm
    • Easygoing
  • Illustration of Asti, a scruffy golden-and-gray Silky Terrier with one ear wrapped in a beige bandage and the other natural, tongue out

    Asti

    A small terrier with very big plans of his own.

    Asti was Gina's very first rescue dog and shared two memorable years with Sparkle. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge before Dazzle joined the family. This scruffy Silky Terrier had strong opinions and a schedule entirely his own. His family once brought him along to a 5K, where he promptly sat down mid-course. Walk finished, as far as he was concerned! Only later did they discover their new 'puppy' was already a senior. With one ear snugly wrapped, the other natural, and limited hearing, Asti never had any trouble making his wishes known.

    • Determined
    • Expressive
    • Independent
  • Illustration of Tiki, a calico cat wearing a brown cowboy hat and red paisley bandana, smiling broadly

    Tiki

    A tiny calico cat with the confidence of a lion.

    Rescued by Gina's son Joey, Tiki is Sparkle and Dazzle's tiny feline niece. She's turned college life in Arizona into her own little Wild West. Equal parts explorer, mischief-maker, and self-appointed sheriff, she's always up for an adventure—provided everyone remembers who makes the rules. Giant Rook found that out when he leaned in a little too close and got a quick swat for his trouble. The sheriff may be small, but she means business.

    • Confident
    • Mischievous
    • Independent
  • Illustration of Jingle, a black-and-white Springer Spaniel with long curly ears and a pink polka-dot collar, grinning with her tongue out

    Jingle

    Every bubble is the best bubble.

    Jingle belongs to Gina's parents, making her Sparkle and Dazzle's beloved Aunt Jingle. This wonderfully round Springer Spaniel considers bubbles the best invention ever—and pup cups of whipped cream a close second. Give her a yard full of bubbles and she's in heaven. Offer an extra helping of, well, anything, and she certainly won't be the one to say no!

    • Joyful
    • Affectionate
    • Bubble lover
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