Savannah, who is 10, wrote to us about her beloved Elvis.

"Elvis came to us on a hot summer day in July. He was as sweet as any old Basset Hound, but to me he isn't just any Basset Hound, he is my best friend. He is so cute!

"Before Elvis we had a Basset Hound named Roscoe. He was so sweet and I loved him but he died one morning when I was in kindergarten.  I never wanted him to leave me - I was right beside him the whole time he had suffered. I was so sad, and in my heart I know he's still with me.

"My grandparents and my parents raised the money and we bought Elvis. Elvis does not replace Roscoe but I like to think they are brothers really.  I love him, he's so adorable and I am glad I have him for my best friend."