LOL, I read your note and at every comment I am going, uh huh, uh huh...Wosie is your Smarty and Dreama is your Ruggles. It's the difference between puppies and adults.
I agree, this too shall pass! As to the hair band issue, it's possible they are passing through in tiny bits that you can't see. However, until Smarty get's a little older, you may want to try bangs. I like bangs, I think they are cute, and a lot easier than the snarls bands can make in hair.
GOOD LUCK!!