My big debut…

I’d like to call your attention to the picture above, in case you managed to miss it. I’ll wait while you review.

Did you grasp the significance? You are witnessing – firsthand – my TV debut. I’ll allow a moment for that to sink in.

The guy behind the camera is Wayne. He films “House Hunters” episodes. You’ll also no doubt recognize myself, the handsome one on the couch (not that Wayne’s not handsome, but this is all about me, in case you haven’t noticed). Anywho, Wayne is filming me. In a few months, my uber-photogenic mug will be coming to you in your living room via HGTV and “House Hunters”.

Today was Day 1 of filming of the human’s episode of “House Hunters”, though I’d like to remind everyone that I certainly play an integral role. The humans were a little worried how I’d do with the film crew and all their equipment, but I loved them! Wayne, Carson (sound guy), and Susan (producer/director) rubbed my belly, gave me lots of cookies, let me play with Polly, and made sure I had a prominent place in all the shots. They had the humans take me the park where I got to run around and chase bugs, and – as you can see from the history-making shot above – let me on the couch and eat a cookie. ON THE COUCH. And the humans couldn’t say no!

I must say, that fame has it perks, as I’m already seeing. I tried to get dad to carry me outside for my latest potty break since I’m what you might call a big deal now, but he’s not totally convinced. Hello! I have my own blog and will be on TV! What else does he need to convince him that I’m the real deal?

No photos, please. It’s been a long day of filming for me.

- TDEB

P.S. – The humans close on the new house tomorrow and Day 2 of filming starts. I’m super excited to see my new digs. I hear there’s a yard and I’ll be getting my kiddie pool back – just in time for the July heat! Sorry to the humans that they’ll be losing the pool at their current place, but at least I’ll be able to lounge poolside again! Perhaps I can convince them to fan me while I sun…

I’m moving!

Big news around the TDEB household – we’re moving!

In a related note, you may be seeing my mug in a pretty prominent location… stay tuned for details.

Packing,

TDEB

Barking in the park

The humans toook me to a local park today – so much fun!

We took a breather in the shade since it was a pretty warm day, and I found these pine needles. I started off by sniffing them, but everytime I breathed on them, they moved. I tried to step on it to make it stay still, but they still kept moving! I’d never seen anything like it! I kept trying to outsmart them or at least be quicker than them, but they always beat me and managed to keep moving on me!

I finally gave up.

Apparently, I had pine needles stuck all over my tongue and face after I surrendered. Fortunately, the humans weren’t quick enough to get a picture of it. Guess I’m at least faster than someone!

- TDEB

Remember Polly?

The humans have been keeping Polly put away since apparently I play too rough with her.

They brought her back out for me to play with – woohoo! They turned their backs for just a few minutes and…

 

I was admiring my handiwork, but mom didn’t seem so impressed. Needless to say, Polly has been out away again. It was fun while it lasted, though!

- TDEB

Sharing…

The humans have really tried to teach me manners. I was sorely lacking in them when they first brought me home, but have made tons of progress. Two of the more important manners they’ve taught me are patience and sharing.

I have to sit nicely for cookies and my dinner. And if I leave the humans alone while they’re eating, I’ll usually get a little bite as a reward. On an unrelated note – why do they get to eat three times a day while I only eat twice a day?

Anywho, today was no exception. Mom came home for lunch and fed me little bite when she was done because even though I was sitting next to her on the couch, I was very polite – I didn’t bulldoze my way in, whine, or drool (too much). In short, I used my manners just like the humans taught me and was rewarded.

So, I was a little confused as to why mom got slightly miffed when I practiced using my manners again! I thought we were sharing -

She finished off her lunch with a nice, cold glass of water and rested it beside her. Which I mistook as an invitation to, you know, help myself. I mean, share.

What? I was thirsy too! And it was right.there. I didn’t even have to get up. So, I just have to ask: who’s training who in this family?

Until next time,

TDEB

What I do all day

Since most of my posts take place when I’m hanging out with the humans, you probably wonder what I do all day. I know the humans are always asking me. So, for your (and their) enjoyment and education…

Morning nap – After the humans leave for work

Afternoon nap – After the humans go back to work from lunch

Speaking of which, I do have some work to catch up on… So if you’ll excuse me I’ll get back to it.

Working hard,

- TDEB

Goose on the loose

So, a lot of you know that I like to watch TV. I’m not picky, whatever’s on is usually ok with me. I was hanging out on the couch with the humans the other night and they were watching something along the lines of “Cops”. Usually I like police-type shows. But this one, not so much.

The cops were chasing down a guy who had stolen a goose from a local park. The guy thought the goose looked lonely, so he loaded it up in his car and hit the road. When the police stopped him, the goose was honking. A lot. And loudly.

Now’s probably a good time to explain my previous experience with geese. Well, I only have one, really. Dad had taken me outside and it was fall. I’m doing my business outside, you know, and this huge flock of geese passes overhead. They’re flying and honking and they scare the beejeezus out of me! They look bigger than me and that honking sounds vaguely threatening. To me, anyways. I barked at them a bit and ran behind dad. What? He’s bigger than me.

So anyways, back to the abducted goose. It brought on a flashback of my previous goose-experience. The moment of realization:

I know that noise! *cue flashback* And then I start barking -

I’m keeping an eye on these guys…

- TDEB

Chasin’ sticks

Trip to the g-parents today! My fave thing about their place? Chasing sticks! I get to be off leash and run and chase stuff – FUN!

 

Me and dad wrestling over a good stick -

Getting tired now… a few more throws after this and I peed on it. You know, to let dad know that I was done. Then I went inside and took a big nap. Perfect day for a bullie!

Resting up for next time,

TDEB

Nummies – Part Deux

Since a picture is worth a thousand words and all, this is me after the nummies have been put into the nummie bin. Again, these are so not my words. But anywho:

There were a few pieces of kibble left at the bottom of the bag, so I felt it was my duty to eat them before the bag got trashed. What’s that look for? HELLO – have you people not been watching the news?? The economy has not recovered yet. Frugal is in, in case you haven’t heard.

- TDEB

So this is where the nummies live…

First off, nummies = food. When it’s my dinner time, the standard routine always includes numerous references to said nummies. As in, “Bentley want some nummies?”. Don’t look at me – I didn’t come up with it.

Anywho, mom had to open a new bag of dog food for me for my dinner tonight. She turned her back for just a second, and my trusty nose led me to the motherload. Behold: the home of the nummies!

I swear, I heard angels singing and a bright, beautiful light spilled from the sky. *tear* It was sight to behold.

Pinch me! Surely I’m dreaming!

So much wonderful numminess – please, let it never end!

Mom wanted me to pass along that the picture just isn’t complete without the accompanying nomming noises. So… use your imagination and add some sound for me. Don’t forget about my flat facedness - it adds that little extra something.

Ah. What a fabulous day. Now, I’m off to bask in the wonderfulness of extra nummies.

Happily Yours,

TDEB