Whiskers & Whine 2025

Davin & Jessica Waite, the husband and wife team behind The Plot are themselves big dog lovers, and  we could not be more grateful for their continued and generous support as the Event Host Sponsor. In 2022, guests were raving about the food and with good reason.  Chef Davin Waite is a celebrated, award-winning local chef, appearing in Forbes while the Plot was recently featured  in the Observer as one of San Diego’s six leading sustainable restaurants.   We consider ourselves lucky to have his culinary skills headline our event.

Event Sponsor Loews Hotels is a long-time and generous supporter, represented in the SPOT community by its National Sales Director- Southwest, Brigitte Lundrigan, CITP.  Brigitte is the proud SPOT rescue parent of Sage as well as co-Chair of Whisker & Whine and sponsor over the years of t-shirts, totes and SPOT communication materials. You’ll also see Loews hotels feature in the silent auction! We are grateful for Loews and Brigitte for their sponsorship and dedicated continuing support.

AminAvast is generously supporting Whiskers & Whine as a Pack Leader Level Sponsor. AminAvast® is a new supplement to help support natural kidney function and help maintain the health of aging kidneys in cats and dogs.  Thank you, AminAvast, we are grateful for your sponsorship.

FamRealty/ is a Furry Friends Level Sponsor whose Team Leader, Frances Mouser Moon, is a SPOT foster and adopter.  FAM Realty Group is your custom team of real estate experts, each excelling in their craft, poised to deliver exceptional results in the world of real estate. Its carefully curated ensemble is composed of indispensable individuals whose unique strengths, innate talents, and diverse skill sets converge to form the pulsating core of our mission and values. We appreciate FamRealty’s support.

The Bonsall Woman’s Club is an existing SPOT donor who has stepped in to generously support Whiskers & Whine with a Big Paw Level Sponsorship. Bonsall Woman’s Club (BWC) directs its energy and resources for the betterment of its community. The club places special emphasis on promoting and supporting local organizations through financial contributions and personal service.  Dedicated to charitable and educational purposes,  the BWC is a nonprofit charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3). We are grateful for their support.

Tail Wag Resorts has joined Whiskers & Whine – very appropriately – as a Tail Wag Level Sponsor. TailWag Resorts, offer a boutique experience where quality care takes precedence over quantity. Discerning pet owners choose TailWag for its commitment to personalized attention and the well-being of each beloved four-legged guest. It’s a pawsome experience for our furry friends. Thanks, Tail Wag, we appreciate your help.

Viridian Productions is our second Tail Wag Sponsor.  We are grateful for their support.  Viridian Productions creates sustainable festivals and markets that cultivate community and inspire healthy living. Their events include San Diego EarthFest, Oceanside Vegan Food Festival and three monthly Vegan Food Popup markets.

Blend Printing is an in-kind sponsor for Whiskers & Whine, generously creating and producing items for our event. Blend is a cutting edge printing and graphics company serving southern California from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in San Diego.  Whatever your needs, Blend offers unparalleled service and quality that meets critical deadlines.

VisitTucson is an on-going supporter of Whiskers & Whine, and an in-kind sponsor, garnering support in the local community of Tucson and curating silent auction donations. We’re grateful to Brooke Sauer at VisitTucson for the exciting travel package donation of round-trip air to Tucson and resort accommodations in partnership with Loews Ventana Canyon.

International Site Alliance (ISA), an in kind sponsor, comprises a team of experienced hotel and industry leaders.  ISA focuses on finding the optimal fit for your meeting at the best value.  Whether you are a seasoned meeting professional, or a first time meeting planner, ​ISA tailors their services to meet your needs.

GatehouseConnections is an in-kiind sponsor and is your go-to source for copywriting and marketing services, with a focus on the meetings and events industry. Expanding your business or short-staffed? GatehouseConnections knows how to connect with your clients and the audience you are looking to reach. Geraldine is the proud parent of SPOT rescues Toby & Boo; she’s SPOT’s Volunteer Coordinator and Co-Chair of Whiskers & Whine.

Tito’s is a past supporter of Whiskers & Whine and we are grateful for their sponsorship this year. It’s a great story.  It started with a homemade infusion, a crowd-pleaser to get the party started. Then one night, someone asked for “the vodka guy,” and the origin of Tito’s Handmade Vodka went from a big dream to Texas’ first legal distillery.  And they’re dog people! Tito’s started by lending a hand to a few dogs found around the distillery. From there, we created the Vodka For Dog People program, an initiative formed to help pets and support the human and animal bond.