I'm finally a water dog!

I am SO pleased to tell you - I finally conquered my fear of the water! We just got back from camping and they have a special doggy beach just for us canines. Mom bought a new, funky, lime green floaty thing for the water and I had so much fun trying to get it! The only problem is, Chico has loved the water since day one so he's a much better swimmer than I am. I didn't stand a chance of beating him to that tuggy every time Mom threw it. She felt my pain ; ) and made Chico come out of the water so I could go get it on my own. I sure do love the fact that my Mom is so in tune with my needs! Yahooo! One more fear down!

Pals

Chico has his cool hat off now. I don't know how he did it! Now I can see what all the fuss is about - he has a spot on his chin that I insist on keeping clean for him. Mom keeps telling me to leave it. Something about it not getting infected. Whatever that means! All I know is when your pals need a helping hand you should step up to the plate! I'm such a helpful guy : )

Well I never!

Mom took Chico out early this morning and he was gone for the entire day! I don't know where he's been but when he got back he sure smelled interesting. I'm pretty sure I smelled the doctor's office on him. He's wearing this funny contraption on his head, I guess it's some new device for cool dogs! My mom called it a "cone". Never heard of it! Chico yelled at me when I tried to sniff him. I missed him so much that I sulked all day and this is the way he treats me?! Mom says maybe tomorrow he'll feel better and we can be buddies again.