THE MORNING SHOW

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When Olde Towne Pet Resort called and asked if I could please bring Harley to the FOX 5 television studio, I stifled my giggles until after the call was over. They wanted my Doodle Bug on The Morning Show called “Good Day DC”

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During the conversation, I tried to act real cool – as if I receive these types of calls often – “sure, I don’t see why not” I said. But let me tell you, as soon as I “hung up” – I “got up” and did this little celebratory jig around my chair animated like Whoopi Goldberg in the Color Purple! #itwasasight

For the morning show, they wanted him dressed in a Halloween costume! This was going to require a conversation with the Doodle himself. He and I needed to discuss what he “would and would not” tolerate in front of millions of viewers. He said he would accept anything that didn’t require a head piece, so we agreed on the “Hot Doodle Dog” costume…

Hot dog with everything!

Hot dog with everything!

For those of you who follow Harley on FB, now you know why he had a mud bath and blueberry facial on Friday #Icantmakethistuffup

More about this on another day!

More about this on another day!

The purpose of the television segment was for the resort to offer advice and tips to pet parents on how to have a stress free Halloween.

Harley would be on the show with their Marketing Manager (another love of his life) Katy Salo…

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The show would broadcast “live” – so while we waited to join the news cast on the set, Harley wasted no time making furrends with former Washington Redskin offensive lineman Tre Johnson…

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Once we entered the studio, it all became super real to me. Katy had a brief discussion with Harley regarding “our” expectations of him before the news team came in…

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At one point Harley searched around the room looking for me. I’m so glad I was allowed to stay. Once we established eye contact, he gave me that “I’m gonna win the hearts of thousands today Momma!” look…

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Meet Superman Thor who also “plays and stays” at The Pet Resort…

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Here’s my little Doodle Bug in action…

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It was a doodle*tastic experience. What started out to be a little nerve wracking (mainly because I didn’t know what to expect) quickly turned into an exhilarating type of morning.

Thank you Olde Towne Pet Resort for the opportunity.

Thank you Harley for being on your best behavior 🙂

Thank you Fox 5 News, Harley now has some new cool doodle furrends…

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Yes, Saturday was definitely “A Good Day DC”

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35 Comments
  • Raven
    October 27, 2014

    Harley did a great job and looks great as a hot dog. I was glad to hear them discuss the dangers of xylitol to dogs.

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks Raven. He’ll be wearing his hot dog costume to the pet resort on Friday night too! I agree, we can never hear too many times about the dangers of some foods when it comes to our pets. Hopefully pet parents are becoming more diligent and less pets will be harmed this Halloween.

  • Emma
    October 27, 2014

    That is so cool, Harley! Sorry you had to wear a hotdog, but it was worth it to be on TV. What a lucky boy you are!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Emma, the hotdog costume was our best choice. Harley will not wear anything on his head, it just ain’t happening. Therefore a body costume will be about all he’ll ever put up with 🙂 It seemed to be a hit at the station, and he had a great time meeting new humans. A fun day!

  • Miley's Daily Scoop
    October 27, 2014

    How awesome, you look like a pro! Great job and congrats!!!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks Miley! It was his first time!

  • DashLilly
    October 27, 2014

    Bravo! Bravo! You look terrific, you behaved fabulously. Love the costume. Here is my only complaint: they needed to talk to you only!! Skip everything else –especially that other dog and the guy talking. For heavens sake, they had a Doodle in the House!! They needed to spotlight only you. The camera should have just been on the groovy doodle in the house!!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Now, now Dash Lilly – don’t jump all over the camera lady. There was plenty of air time for Harley Doodle. Thor has furrends too – they wanted to see him I’m sure. But just between you and me “I’m happy to hear you wanted to see more of me!” Thanks my FURever furrends 🙂

  • Susan from Life with Dogs and Cats
    October 27, 2014

    Just. Plain. Pawsome. And you did your doodle best!

    Yay Harley. You’re a star!

    Wags (and purrs) from Life with Dogs and Cats.

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks Susan, if I may say so myself, I was very proud of him. He did a great job without me standing there next to him. He even got scrambled eggs for breakfast when we got home!

  • Talent Hounds
    October 27, 2014

    So cool Harley! You look adorable in your costume too 🙂

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Talent Hounds, we’re ready for the Today Show now….Waiting on them to call – BOL

  • It's Dog or Nothing
    October 27, 2014

    Wow, Harley. That is so cool!! Great job!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks so much, we had a really cool time while we were there!

  • Dolly the Doxie
    October 27, 2014

    We are so glad you went with the simple yet classic Hot Dog costume, especially because you weren’t a Dachshund. Good job! I would have embarrassed my mom beyond belief. Love Dolly

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Dolly, we thought of you – yes we did. That’s why Harley “rocked” it with so much swagger. We were representing!!!

  • LeeAnna Paylor
    October 27, 2014

    oh we know a celebrity?? Cool
    LeeAnna and cole at not afraid of color

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks LeeAnna, it was a great experience. Harley’s little 4 minutes of fame BOL

  • Tenacious Little Terrier
    October 27, 2014

    How exciting! Good job, Harley!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks Mr. N 🙂

  • Rama's Mama
    October 27, 2014

    Oh my, how COOL! That is so awesome! You’re a tv star!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      It was so much fun Rama’s Mama. Hope to get invited back again.

  • Jackie Bouchard
    October 28, 2014

    Wow, very cool, Harley! Today, Good Morning DC, tomorrow Good Morning America!!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Jackie, we’ll take it!

  • Claudette Pope
    October 28, 2014

    A Born Star. He was so kool, not ruffled in the slightest. My chest was stuck out so far that one would have thought “I” had something to do with that wonderful behavoir. Great job Harley.

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      BOL – Claudette that is so funny! You go girl – stick your chest out and raise your head high for your furrend Harley! We had a great time while we were there…

  • Denise Gruzensky
    October 28, 2014

    Harley did such a great job! He also proves some dogs rock costumes even enjoying them!! He looks like he fit right in on TV!!!! 🙂 Way to go Harley!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      HA! Thanks Denise, I was sweating the costume challenge because Harley will not stand for anything on his head – He wants no part in it. The hotdog costume worked well!

  • John
    October 28, 2014

    Awesome!!!!!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 28, 2014

      Thanks John 🙂

  • Dee
    October 29, 2014

    Pawgraph puhlease!

    • Cathy Bennett
      October 29, 2014

      You got it Dee 🙂

  • Ann Staub
    October 30, 2014

    Wow that’s awesome Harley! Congratulations! Looks like you are a real celebridog now =D I’m off to watch the video.

  • Pamela
    October 30, 2014

    Harley is one cool pup. Fame doesn’t faze him a bit.

    You must be so proud!

  • snoopy@snoopysdogblog
    October 30, 2014

    Wow!! You rocked it Harley!! You’re the best looking Hot Dog I’ve ever seen! 🙂

    I hope you’re having a fun day,

    Your pal Snoopy 🙂