SANTA Red Devils Dog of the Week contest. Winner will hold the title of "Official Mascot and Good Luck Charm of the 2005 Playoffs" Voting will take place during the week of May 15. Winner announced May 22. THE 2005 SEMI-FINALISTS: Duke | JAVA | Bailey Dixie | Coalie | Duffy Santa | No Name

My name is Santa.  Actually my birth certificate says Satan but my parents are dislexsic.  I am a retired show dog and due to Actors Guild regulations, I am not eligible to enter contests or accept payment or recognition of any kind.  Therefore, I am only a showpiece in this competition and not an endorsed contestant.  I was born in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina in 1994, the Year of the Dog according to Chinese astrology.  My favorite foods are stir fried panther but husky, lion and duke tartar are close seconds.  My hobbies include chasing balls, Trojan horses, Hilltoppers (whatever they are) and slow moving vehicles.  My other interests include trips to South Beach and regular participation in the HBDC (Hinsdale Belly Dancing Club).  I am salutorian of my obedience school only to be edged out by Duke the Wonder Dog when Duke aced the class "Napping at Your Masters Feet" and I received a B because I chewed on the slippers.