Elara MacDuffee is not exactly the kind of dog who blends into a crowd. With her colorful creative grooming, joyful personality, and talent for turning an ordinary outing into a conversation starter, this self described “girly pop poodle” has a way of getting noticed wherever she goes.
Alongside her is Huxson, her serious Dobie brother who is affectionately known as Huxie Bo Buxie. Together, they are the colorful and entertaining duo behind @elara_bo_bara.
The person bringing their adventures to life is Rachael MacDuffee, the creative talent behind Elite Dog Spa in Prineville, Oregon. Through her work, content, and life with her dogs, Rachael has created a world where artistic grooming, humor, skating, and an unmistakable love for dogs all come together.
A Girly Pop Poodle and Her Serious Brother
Elara can be shy when meeting new people. Once she feels safe and comfortable, however, her outgoing personality quickly takes over. She loves to bounce around, play, and, as Rachael describes it, “bee bop all over.”
Rachael sees a little of herself in Elara. They may both need a moment to warm up, but once they feel comfortable, their fun and outgoing sides begin to shine.
Huxson prefers to present himself as the serious one. He may act tough, but Rachael knows there is a much softer personality hiding behind that expression. Sometimes, even the shadows in the hallway are enough to make him nervous.
His silly side does not appear very often, which makes it even more entertaining when he finally lets loose. Those unexpected moments are part of what Rachael loves most about him.
Elara may be the bubbly girly pop poodle and Huxson may be her grumpy Dobie brother, but their completely different personalities make them a perfectly matched pair.
The Instagram Page the Public Practically Requested
Rachael had always wanted to create an Instagram account for her dogs. Any of her pups could have been a wonderful reason to begin, but Elara made the decision especially easy.
Whenever Rachael and Elara were out together, people noticed her. Her appearance and personality attracted so much attention that Rachael jokes the public practically forced her to finally create an account.
That is how @elara_bo_bara began.
Although the page was created for Elara, Huxson soon joined by piggybacking on his sister’s account. Now followers get to enjoy both sides of the family: Elara living her best and most colorful life and Huxson adding his wonderfully serious personality to the fun.
For Rachael, creating content is not about making every moment look perfect. Her favorite part is the laughter that happens while they are filming together.
“I just love the laughs that creating videos together creates. It’s so fun and funny what we get to do with our dogs.”
That genuine enjoyment is what gives their page its charm. The content feels like an invitation into their real lives, complete with playful moments, unexpected reactions, colorful transformations, and the occasional appearance from Huxson’s silly side.
Where Creative Grooming Became an Art Form
Elara’s unforgettable looks are an extension of Rachael’s creativity and her love for grooming.
Rachael’s interest in creative grooming began when she started watching videos and became inspired by what other groomers were creating. Instead of simply admiring the work, she decided to begin learning and experimenting for herself.
She practiced her creative grooming skills with clients’ dogs until she eventually had dogs of her own to work with. Elara became the perfect partner for bringing those colorful ideas to life.
What started as inspiration from a video grew into a genuine creative outlet and became part of Rachael’s work at Elite Dog Spa.
Located in Prineville, Oregon, Elite Dog Spa offers what Rachael describes as an elevated grooming experience. Her work combines professional care with artistic creativity, allowing dogs to leave the shop looking polished, expressive, and completely unforgettable.
For Rachael, creative grooming is not simply about changing the color of a dog’s coat. It is another way to highlight personality and turn an imaginative idea into something joyful.
Elara’s transformations show just how playful that creativity can be.
Grooming Is Not Their Only Adventure
When Rachael, Elara, and Huxson are not creating content or spending time at the grooming shop, they also love to skate.
Photos of them together capture the spirit behind their page. Elara and Huxson are not simply posing beside Rachael. They are part of the activities she enjoys, and their adventures reflect the close relationship they share.
Whether they are rolling together on a skateboard, filming a funny video, trying a new creative grooming look, or heading out into the community, Rachael has found ways to include her dogs in the moments that make her happiest.
That is what makes their content feel so personal. Each photo and video represents something they genuinely enjoy doing together.
Where Their HomeLife Travel Beds Are Going Next
The next chapter of their adventures will include their HomeLife Foldable Travel Beds.
Elara may bring a bed to work at the grooming shop, where she can have a comfortable place to relax during busy days at Elite Dog Spa.
The travel beds may also accompany the family on a trip to Rachael’s sister’s home in Washington. After a day of traveling, exploring, or visiting with family, Elara and Huxson will have familiar places of their own where they can settle and rest.
From everyday life at the grooming shop to adventures beyond Oregon, the Foldable Travel Beds can move along with the family and give both dogs A Better Bed wherever the day takes them.
The Person Who Brings It All Together
Elara and Huxson may be the familiar faces in front of the camera, but Rachael is the creative heart behind their story.
Her talent gave Elara her colorful and recognizable style. Her sense of humor helps Huxson’s serious and silly sides shine. Her love of creating has turned everyday moments with her dogs into memories that other people can enjoy.
Through Elite Dog Spa and @elara_bo_bara, Rachael has built something that feels personal, joyful, and entirely her own.
It is a celebration of creativity, dogs, and the laughter that happens when you bring the two together.
HomeLife is delighted to feature Rachael, Elara, and Huxson and welcome this colorful, creative, skateboard loving family into our community. We cannot wait to see where their adventures and their HomeLife Foldable Travel Beds take them next.
Follow Elara and Huxson on Instagram at @elara_bo_bara.
Discover Rachael’s work and Elite Dog Spa in Prineville, Oregon, at @elite_dogspa.
Follow Rachael at @rachael_macduffee.