How much would you pay for a dog house? For SNIP gala attendees, the answer is tens of thousands.
Non-profit animal hospital SNIP Collier auctioned off high-end custom dog houses from Bark & Build at its second annual gala on Feb. 8.
The gala brought in hundreds of thousands of dollars for SNIP, which will help the organization build a full-time presence in Immokalee.
“It was a magical evening and SNIP’s biggest fundraising event to-date,” said SNIP Executive Director Kristin Day.
But what was the highest bid on a luxury dog house? Here’s everything you need to know.
What is Bark & Build?
Bark & Build: The Ultimate Dog House Challenge is a fundraising event benefitting SNIP Collier.
This year, nine teams full of talent from the local real estate industry worked to create custom dog houses, hoping to win “best in show.” The teams included an architect, builder, interior designer, and real estate agent.
The completely customized dog houses were sold through a live auction at the SNIP Collier annual gala on Feb. 8.
What is SNIP Collier?
SNIP Collier is a non-profit animal hospital that offers low-cost spay and neuter options for Collier pets.
Since SNIP began, its team has spayed and neutered over 14,000 animals, including pets and strays.
The team at SNIP Collier is out in the community daily reporting chained dogs, saving animals with litters, rescuing abandoned and neglected animals, and educating the community.
How much did the Bark & Build dog houses sell for?
All the dog houses created by Bark & Build teams are unique. Some offer a modern flair, while others lean into a coastal colorful vibe.
Here’s the details on each dog house, who created them, and how much they sold for.
9. Great WOOF Lodge: $9,000
Great WOOF lodge was created by the following team:
- Architect: Brandt and Michaela Henning, HLevel Architecture
- Builder: Alair Homes
- Interior designer: Gloria Black, Gloria Black Design
- Real estate agent: Jamie Chang, The Chang Luxury Group, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
8. Retriever Haus: $10,000
Retriever Haus was created by the following team:
- Architect: Matt Joyner, C. Matt Joyner, PA, Architect
- Builder: Bruce Gilbert, D. Garrett Construction, Inc.
- Interior designer: Wendy Cooney, Fleur Del Sel Interiors
- Real estate agent: Amanda Stanoscheck, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
7. The GroveR: $10,000
The GroveR was created by the following team:
- Architect: Jerry Maxson, Legacy Home Builders
- Builder: Michael Whalen, New Era Construction
- Interior designer: Nicole Hogue, McQuaid & Company
- Real estate agent: Tiffany McQuaid, McQuaid & Company Real Estate Services
6. Fur Seasons: $14,000
Fur Seasons was created by the following team:
- Architect: John Cooney, Stofft Cooney Architects
- Builder: Erica Meile, BCB Homes
- Interior designer: Lisa Ficarra, Ficarra Design Associates
- Real estate agent: Jennifer Valenti, Gulf Coast International Properties
5. Puppy Ritzidence: $15,000
Puppy Ritzidence was created by the following team:
- Architect: David Corban, David Corban Architecture
- Builder: Mike Hoyt, Lutgert Construction, LLC
- Interior designer: Elizabeth Cinquini, Elizabeth Cinquini Interiors
- Real estate agent: Amelia Russell-Hoyt, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
4. Dogaritaville: $15,000
Dogaritaville was created by the following team:
- Architect: Juan Robalino, Juan Robalino Planning and Design
- Builder: Garett Hyman, Simplify Home
- Interior designer: Lina Chiodo, Simplify Home Services
- Real estate agent: Ryan Chiodo, Chiodo Group, Compass Florida LLC
3. Casa BONE-s Noches: $30,000
Casa BONE-s Noches was created by the following team:
- Architect: Shawn Brakmanis, Brak Architecture
- Builder: CGU Homes
- Interior designer: Natasha Pereira, NP Interior Design
- Real estate agent: Kimberly Columbia, Equity Realty
2. Paw Cottage: $55,000
Paw Cottage was created by the following team:
- Architect: Erin Paul, Erin Paul Designs, LLC
- Builder: Thomas Martin, Thomas Martin Construction, Inc.
- Interior designer: Kara Vasquez, Home Essentials of Southwest Florida, LLC
- Real estate agent: Maria Caruso-Martin, Sunset Realty of Southwest Florida, Inc.
1. Tail Wags Inn: $60,000
Tail Wags Inn was created by the following team:
- Architect: Kaylee Delhagen, MHK Architecture
- Builder: Mike Assaad, Waterside Builders
- Interior designer: Erica Delhagen, MHK Architecture
- Real estate agent: Joe Belz, APEX Team, Compass Florida LLC
How much money was raised for SNIP Collier during the annual gala?
Over 350 guests attended the SNIP gala this year.
The dog houses sold for a total of $218,000. Along with ticket costs and donations, SNIP will bring home nearly $400,000.
SNIP will use the proceeds to transform an unused county shelter into a new resource, making it easier to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home more animals in Immokalee.
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