Traveling Circus

Not just any pup can go and join the circus. You need to have a specific talent, the right attitude, and be very flexible (adaptable - not bendy - although I am both). One of the upsides of being in the circus is that you get to travel the country. I have worked all over the United States, including Georgia (my current location), Kansas, North Carolina, New York and many more. I may even get to stamp my passport soon - if I get permission.
The circus has given me the opportunity to meet so many different people (all of whom spoil me rotten!!).  On the road, I have a circus family. They come from all over the country and some of them talk really funny.  Kelsey trains them, just like she trains me. She even gives them treats if their really good.
So many people don't take the opportunity to travel while they are young, but this is my chance to grow and experience as much of life as I can. Despite what some people may think, life with the circus is not all clowning around. I work long days and I have to spend a lot of time in new and strange environments. Sometimes I miss my bed at home. Although, one of the biggest perks is that I always get free room and board, and I never have to carry my own luggage, which is fantastic because boy is there a lot of it!

Dear Hotel Maid,

I spent all day yesterday rolling around on the carpet and spreading my hair everywhere.  I also worked diligently at pushing my magic food dispensing ball around and dropping crumbs in each corner.  Additionally, I made sure to drink lots of water and slop it all around my bowl.  I DID NOT work this hard just so that you could bring in your evil vacuum and render me nonexistent.  Don't you want everyone in the hotel to know that a dog stayed in this room?  I worked really hard to make sure that everything in my room looked and smelled like I had touched it.  As the sole dog in this hotel, I feel it is my job to create an environment that smells distinctly of labrador puppy.  I would appreciate a bit of consideration on your part for all of the effort I have put in.

"You'll never get rid of my hair from under here!"

Wags,
-Scout-

PS - In case your wondering, yes those are doggie boogers on the mirror by the Jacuzzi.

Dear Water Hose,

First, I would just like to say that I respect your many powers, but after today's incidences I now must consider you an enemy.  Your actions against me have only been matched by the likes of the vacuum and the hair dryer.  No matter how fast I chase you or how hard I bite your stream of water, you just keep spraying and spraying.  My continued efforts to thwart you have only resulted in my leash becoming tangled with you. For this I receive a combination of sighs and eye rolls from Kelsey.  She seriously underestimates your powers.  While I have tried to avoid you, other members of your kind insist on attacking me during my evening walks around the neighborhood.  On my own, I could run around you but Kelsey's slow, even pace leaves both of us vulnerable to attack.  Why she insists on walking in straight lines, I have no idea.

I must warn you that our dealings together are not finished.  One day I will bite your stream of water in just the right spot that you will never spray again.  Until that day, I vow to keep every garden, lawn, and potted plant safe from your brutal assaults.

Your worst nightmare,
- Scout - 

Cycle Dog

I got to attend my very first Bike Night at Quaker Steak & Lube in Middleton tonight.  I also got to meet my very first motorcycles.  Of course after meeting a few, I had to pick one out for myself.  Unfortunately no one attended the event with a sidecar which would have been the perfect size for my little butt.  So, I had to settle for the coolest looking bike I could find.  What do you think?  I could definitely be a cycle dog!

I was supposed to attend the event to help promote OccuPaws' upcoming event, Hogs for Guide Dogs, on June 23rd.  However, I was too busy being a ham and playing to the crowd to actually share much information about the event.  What can I say, I've never been one to turn down a snuggle.  Thankfully, the Felz family was in attendance and working diligently to pre-register cyclists and spread awareness about OccuPaws.

Kelsey loves bringing me to these events.  Her favorite part is when people say things like, "He's so well behaved and quiet for a puppy,"  or "Wow! How do you get a chocolate lab not to be crazy," or better yet, "This is the calmest dog I've ever met."  Whenever people make remarks like this, Kelsey always smiles and laughs a little in her head; yet for the life of me, I can't figure out why???    

Humiliation

I am starting to seriously question my choice in human companions.  First she robs me of my manhood and then she spends the next ten days dressing me up in humiliating outfits and taking pictures of me.  At least I finally get to ditch my large plastic cone of shame tomorrow.  I never could master the whole going through doors and not walking into walls thing.  Only six more days, two hours, seven minutes and fours seconds and I get to run and play again....not that I'm looking forward to it or anything. 

"Help!!! My bone is stuck in my cone!"

"I will not succumb to the anesthesia, I will not sleep" 

"Ohh the humiliation"

First Mate

I got to be the First Mate aboard Kelsey's boat today.  It was my first boat ride ever!

I couldn't decide which part I enjoyed more: Standing at the bow with the wind in my face (Check out those ears!!), or Resting my head along the side of the boat and catching water as it sprayed up.

I also got my first swimming lesson.  I was a natural, but Kelsey might try to convince you that she's just a really good teacher.  At first I didn't really like the waves but Kelsey just walked right in and I couldn't leave her out by herself.  After I got comfortable, I started exploring the water more.  This included dunking my entire head under the water several times to see what was in there.  The humans thought this was really funny; what can I say, I'm nothing if not good entertainment.