Cirra, Glimmer's Sprit of Acadia, a Great Pyrenees owned by Robyn Douglas and Denise Houseknecht of Bar Harbor was featured in the December 2010 issue of the AKC Gazette. American Kennel Club president, Dennis B. Sprung featured Cirra in his column. Cirra was spotlighted celebrating her accomplishments beyond the competition ring.

Cirra has received her Rally Novice title, AKC Canine Good Citizen Certificate and is a registered therapy dog. She has also completed three Great Pyrenees Club of America Versatility titles by participating in activities that include public education, walk-a-thons, therapy dog visits, boating, hiking, backpacking, mountain climbing, agility and rally.

Cirra is a member of the Dog Scouts of America and very active in her local troop, the Downeast Dog Scouts. Through the Dog Scouts of America she has earned the Dog Scout title and Pack Dog and Pack Dog Excellent titles. Cirra has earned several Dog Scouts of America badges such as backpacking, clean up and community service and continues to learn new skills.

Cirra provides a listening ear for young readers with the Children Reading to Cirra Program. Cirra visits weekly at the Northeast Harbor Library where patrons can find her alphabet photo book, "C is for Cirra." Children can check out a stuffed version of Cirra to read to her between visits.