Date with a guide Dog

Date with a Guide Dog on Channel 47

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Domesticated-ish

I was very domestic today as I assisted Kelsey in making Valentine's bandannas for all of the puppies who attend the Sprecher's Date with a Guide Dog fundraiser tomorrow.  I served a dual assistance role as model and cutting board holder-downer; until I got my first lesson of the day...holding down stuff is officially a cat's job.  I was booted off the cutting board by two angry felines before the first bandanna was completed!  As it turns out, neither Kelsey nor I are very domestic and we had to call in Kelsey's mom for backup in order to complete the actual sewing and ironing of the bandannas.  Come to Sprecher's tomorrow 11-5 to check out me and my fellow puppies-in-training sporting our new bandannas.  

Capital K9

Today Kelsey took me and her students to the state capital for a legislative day.  We got to meet with many senators and representatives to talk with them about how important leadership and professionalism development is for high school students.  I didn't talk much, but my wagging tail and goofy grin served as an excellent icebreaker.
We also took a tour of the capital, where I got to sit under the desk of one of the WI Supreme Court Justices.  It was a perfect fit!  I wonder if any of them are looking for a Guide Dog?  I could be a very good decision-maker.
I was so excited to be at the capital that sometimes I forgot that all the floors were made of marble.  Several times, my feet went slipping and sliding all over!  The kids laughed at me but I don't mind being silly sometimes.

Pet Fair

My friend Scout and I had a great time at the Pet Fair in Milwaukee yesterday! We met lots of people that were interested in OccuPaws. Enjoy the pictures of our booth. Barry

My new friend

Hi there! I have a new friend, he is a cute little chocolate lab by the name of Scout. Mom and dad brought him home the other day. He is full of energy, and does not quite know how to "settle" the way Gordy and I do. But, he will learn. He is very smart and willing to learn. He also needs to learn that mom and dad are not very happy when a puppy puts his/her feet on counter tops.

I wonder what Gordy will think of him when he comes home to visit from "college"?

Barry