Until his final days, Brutus earned his title of KC’s “Best Shop Pet” at Three Dog Bakery – Bluhawk

Brutus, voted Best Shop Pet of 2025 // Photo courtesy of Three Dog Bakery – Bluhawk

This post was paid for by Three Dog Bakery – Bluhawk.

There are working dogs, then there are dogs that are lucky enough to work at a shop that specializes in gourmet dog treats. To keep that sweet gig, the lucky pup must have skills to responsibly welcome both humans and fellow canines. 

At Three Dog Bakery – Bluhawk–where treats are fresh-baked on-site by a real pastry chef using simple and wholesome ingredients–Brutus was known for being a connector and comforter. 

Brutus never got to find out that he was voted Best Shop Dog for his dedicated work. He passed just before the final voting round, but his work as Official Store Greeter had already made a lasting impression on shoppers and neighbors. 

The legacy of warmth and indiscriminate helpfulness that Brutus brought to the bakery will live on in the hearts and minds of Three Dog Bakery – Bluhawk staff and customers. 

Brutus Hops Gibbs, December 10, 2012 – August 8, 2025.