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Visit to Santa


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Yes, we went to see Santa yesterday! Somebody was being a very good and friendly dog in the store because Santa was watching... we did have a bit of an issue with two very large german shephards, but they soon proved to be the ill-behaved ones when they left two HUGE piles next to the cash register.

One of us has also been on her best behavior for fear of surprise baths. Shockingly, no one seems to appreciate what a good roll in fresh dog poop will do for one's complexion, except dogs. In fact, when humans realize you've been rolling in poop, they drag you to the nearest bath tub and force water and soap all over you. Oh, the indignity!

Santa was given a list of various squeeky toys. The louder the better.

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