Since today marks the beginning of the lunar new year, and since this is also the Chinese year of the dog, I thought that I would enlist the advice of a close friend, who also happens to be a dog, as to his thoughts on the upcoming year. Here’s what he had to say:
“This year, it would be wise to take posing for pictures seriously. How else will one be able to catch such striking beauty as I portray here? Learn from me. I have much to teach.”
“Hold those you love close to your heart this year. Let them know you love them with lots of hugs. And, feel free to chew on their head if you feel the need to do so.”
“The year of the dog will also be known as “the year of the dog fashion”. I will design a collection, and model it personally. Watch out Project Runway. Watch out New York Fashion week. Next stop, Milan.”
“This year will be all about being outside. I spend too much time couped up in this house. I want to go out there, and run and frolic with the other animals. But not at the dog park. I don’t like being humped.”
“Finally, this year, you should seek enlightenment on all levels. Search within yourself to find a mission of worthy cause, and follow it. I will be here to guide you. I am your Sherpa. I am your strength. Go forth!”
update: Amber alerted me to a major oversight; sydney definitely has thoughts on drinking for this year.
“This year, enjoy the simple things; beer, vodka, gin, rum. They are all strength builders, confidence boosters, and most importantly, hobbies of mine. I enjoy my drinks tall, and always get the last drop. Are you finished with that beer? Mind if I have a sip?”
Happy New Years, everybody.
Ah, words of wisdom… I love it!
Where’s the part about drinking lots of beer, though? Because I know Sydney has an opinion on that.
Cute. That’s the one thing I’m jealous about those who have dogs…they let you do silly things to them like that. I try to dress up Aurora and I end up with another scar somewhere.
Amber, thanks for reminding me. Update!
Robin, I took the blue blanket photo today… he was not a cooperative participant. Don’t let the sweetness fool you… he resisted. But, he doesn’t scratch, so I guess he wasn’t that combatant.
He is soo adorable!
The 2nd one is just too cute!
I’m thinking your cute ass dog brings all the boys to the yard! I so want a cute dog…
So cute. I especially like the one with the little pig… Makes me wish that my building allowed pets. Happy new year!
That first photo is my favorite!
…I may have to copy this.
OMG, your dog has to be the cutest thing in the whole wide world, especially with the blanket around his head!!!!
Dude, Italian Greyhounds are so much fun
I tried dressing up Audrey but she has this “thing” ever since that incident with the paparazzi at the liquor store. Now I just leave her alone. Maybe the next pet I have for 18 years won’t be so camera shy. : )
So…effing…cute!
What a cutie! He looks so regal, like he should have a top hat and a monocle or something.
I hate when dogs are smarter than me.
He is such a sweetie!
Hilarious!
Love that long neck and the quizzical expression in pic 1, and pic 5 is the cutest thing I’ve seen in a long time. I’m a cat person but Sydney makes me want to go out right now and get a dog. He looks like a biter though!
Nah, he doesn’t bite, unless it is play biting. We play “bitey” games as we call it. It pretty much involves me slapping him in the head, and him biting my hands and growling. It is actually quite fun for him. He barks a lot when we do it, and it drives James bonkers.