ME FIRST…

There are lots of times that I want to say “Me first!” It would start with me being first at the dog meal distribution and continue with me being the first to pee on the pee pad. I also like to be the first one to fall asleep so I don’t have to listen to anyone else snoring. I should always be the first one to get the butt scratches before my Mom’s hand gets tired. I am the first in line for falling food and the first to swipe it right out of someone’s hand. I am also the first to figure out my Mom’s mood on any given day so that I am NOT the first to get in trouble! (OK that one doesn’t usually work out for me, but I try!) 

I am ready to park now. Oh wait, I can't see my rearview mirror. Do I really need it?

Being first is usually a good thing unless it involves me being the first to get caught. That is not a good thing. So maybe I don’t always have to be first for everything. I guess I don’t need to worry about being the first in line at the DMV since I am pretty sure I won’t be driving anytime soon. I might have a tough time seeing over the steering wheel. If I could drive, I would be the first Chihuahua to parallel park. That might be cool…….

CHUCK

Future Parking Ticket Recipient

INTRUDER ALERT!

Dr. Bonnie Wright and the intruders

I am THE Chihuahua right? I represent the best in all Chihuahuas. It seems hard for me to believe that there has been a breach at my Mom’s work. Last week there were other little dogs who visited for the day when I wasn’t there. Let me give you some background on this development. 

There is a new Doctor at Colorado Canine Orthopedics. Her name is Dr. Bonnie Wright and she is pretty amazing. She can do all kinds of cool dog stuff: she does canine pain management, rehab and acupuncture (not sure what that is, but it sounds cool). I am sure she has a whole list of board certified Doctor skills and I know we are lucky to have her. 

However, she has brought with her three Chihuahuas. They were the intruders at my Mom’s work the other day. I know no one thought I would find out, but I am very resourceful and I have my spies you know.

I am most disturbed by this Chihuahua infestation. I know it may come down to a little dog squabble and I think I am ready. I have been practicing on the girls at my house and I think I can take all three of the enemy at once! 

They look cute, but don't be deceived!

Are you with me? Come on, I need some inspiration here and some support form my fans. Maybe I should start selling T-shirts and hats and such………

CHUCK

Wright On!

LIFE IS A BIG BALL!

"This is my big ball. You need to get your own!"

I hope that in the beginning of this New Year you are able to find something that makes you inspired. I hope that you search out something that makes you happy. My hope is that you have lots of laughter and joy while doing something that you really love. 

I know what you are thinking. You are thinking that those words of inspiration didn’t really come from me and I am going to tell you that food is all you really need. Tempting as it is, that is not the purpose of this particular joy filled blog. Just remember whether you actually laugh or in some cases wag your tail, you need to find a distraction from the stresses of life. 

I know for myself that my life is very stressful when I am waiting for dinner and one of my furry family members slows down the process. Or when I am trying to take a much needed siesta and one of the big dogs sound the UPS man alert and then it turns out to be a false alarm. I don’t have much patience for that kind of thing. I am sure that you are searching yourself right now for the things that stress you out. 

My suggestion is to find yourself a really big squeaky ball, have someone throw it for you, toss it around while squeaking that ball like you mean it. This will reduce your stress level completely. It will also encourage others to leave you alone since they will think that you are weird. I think this will work for you. Let me know!

CHUCK

Little Squeaker

A LITTLE BIT NIPPY

I overheard my Mom the other day say “a little bit nippy” and I just have this to say:

I am a little dog and sometimes I can’t help myself. There are times when I just can’t control myself and I get a little bit nippy. If you do something I don’t like, my first instinct is to take a little bite. If you put your hand near my mouth and it doesn’t have any food in it, you can’t blame me for giving you a little chomp. If you wake me out of a sound sleep and disturb my frolicking dreams, I might just take a little nip of your finger or whatever body part I can reach. We little dogs are known nippers you know! It isn’t fair for anyone to judge me for my nippiness. Is that even a word? It sounds like happiness doesn’t it?

OK so I just found out my Mom was talking about the weather. Who knew?

Never Mind.

CHUCK

Little Nipper

 

No longer nippy...

NAPPY NEW YEAR

No this is not a spelling error or a typo. (Easy to do typos when you are typing with four different dog paws, but not this time!) You may be thinking about your big plans for the New Year. You may be thinking about things that you want to accomplish this year that will make you feel good about yourself and your footprint on the planet. I on the other hand have my year already planned out and I have no obstacles or need for willpower and nothing will get in my way. I will be partaking in my second favorite activity, which is NAPPING. Yes it is my New Year’s resolution to catch as many ZZZZZ’s as I possibly can in between meals. This may sound lazy to you, but who cares what you think. I will be busy dreaming of chasing small rodents and leftover pizza. I will be snuggly and warm with no pressing agenda items or squabbles with family or co-workers. Just me and my big blanket keeping me covered from nose to tail. I will on occasion have to remind my bedmates to get off me or to move over, but I am ok with that. I let out a couple of snarly noises and the girls usually leave me alone. I don’t want to be the one to tell you what your goals should be for the New Year. Never mind, I DO want to be the one to tell you what to do since it is my blog. I am just thinking that maybe you are a little jealous of my goal. I just wanted to let you know that I am actually OK sharing with you as long as you are not planning on napping with me. If you have your own big blanket, feel free to use my New Year’s resolution, but please don’t expect this from me every year. You need to come up with your own ideas every now and then.

CHUCK

Blanket Hog

Is dinner ready?