Freshly Groomed and Feeling Fresh

There’s not a lot better for a good boy than a good haircut. Seriously, my friends at the groomer’s do such a great job with me, I almost feel like a puppy again! Of course, when you’re looking this fresh, it’s hard not to get some attention; the extra round head, the short need fur, it’s a babe magnet!

I honestly don’t mind the extra love, even when I’m a little sleepy. When my fur is so spotless and clean, I feel like I could be the center of attention for hours, so even when I’m feeling a nap coming on, I’ll try to look my best. After all, it’s not nice to leave your fans (and family) wanting!

The Little Guy

There are lots of fun stuffed animals around the house, but not all of them are mine, believe it or not! Sam has a lot of stuffed animals in her room upstairs. I don’t know why she has so many, I never see her play with them! In fact, she doesn’t play much at all! Her toys generally just sit in her room… except the little guy.

The little guy looks like he should be my toy. Every time I see him, I just want to chew on him and play, but Sam always takes him away from me…. I think he’s really important. He looks like a little black and white dog, like me! Sometimes when she’s really sad, I see her holding him, and she takes him with her when she goes out late at night.

I don’t really get it, but I understand wanting to have something to comfort you when you’re feeling low. Still, when she’s away and he’s home alone, I like to try to play with the little guy when I get the chance… why should she get to have all the fun?

Beauty and the beasts

About once a month, I have a hair appointment: I go for a shampoo and a trim with my friend Mimi, who has become one of my very best buddies. I don’t even mind being dropped off at her place! Here’s why:

While all the other beastly dogs are placed in kennels awaiting their turn at the tub, Mimi lets me roam the salon freely. I like to sit at her feet while she clips the other dogs. After my turn on the table, she ties a pretty ribbon around my neck and lets me roam around until Mom comes to fetch me. I especially like eavesdropping on her phone call telling Mom I’m all set. “Your boy Scout is ready,” she says brightly. 

Mimi always gives me a treat before it’s time to go. Sometimes when Mom comes to pick me up, Mimi asks if she can keep me for a week or two. So far, Mom always says ‘no,’ and I’m glad! But it kind of makes me happy that that Mimi asks every time. She says I’m her favorite. I want to believe her.

For the best haircut in town, try Mimi’s Pet Grooming in Redwood City. Mimi and her husband Henri are two of the nicest people I know — almost as great as my own family!