I’ve decided to throw my hat into the ring again this year for the Spring Fling Kidlit Contest. Click here to learn more about this fun contest, and the wonderful folks who put many hours of their time into making it happen! Thank you to the amazing Kaitlyn Sanchez and Ciara O’Neal and ALL of the generous prize donors!
Rocky’s Tale: Couch Pup to Mountaineer
150 words
“Just a week until spring break in the mountains, Rocky!” My person says, scratching my belly.
The mountains? This couch pup better get in shape!
I make a daily schedule:
- Cut back on kibble
- Hit the treadmill
- Drink lots of water (Thank goodness there’s a doggie door!)
- Chase tail 3 times
- Chase squirrels around backyard
- 30 doggie push-ups
- Cut back to 5 naps
- No looking pitiful to score treats
I stick to my schedule—even #8!
I’m ready. A champion mountain dog. Super Rocky.
We’re finally on the road…
I yodel out the window. “Rodel-ray-re-roo!”
Finally, the car stops at a cabin.
I survey my new domain.
TV, check.
Comfy couch, check.
Treacherous hiking trails… Nope!
My kind of place!
I shamelessly beg for treats until my belly’s full, then snuggle into the couch.
Nap time.
Maybe we’ll have steak for dinner.
katiefischerwrites
That’s cute! Rocky is all worked up to conquer those trails with his person, but the mountain spring break is made for little pups too. Person and Rocky both trying to make it a good vacation for the other <3
melissamiles1
Thanks for reading!
Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez
Ha what a cute twist! Thanks for sharing for the spring fling Kidlit contest!
melissamiles1
Thanks for taking the time to read and comment!
ciaraoneal
Is Rocky my spirit animal? Love him!
melissamiles1
Thank you for taking the time to read Rocky’s not so inspirational story! Lol!