Skidboot 'The Smartest Dog In The World' (14 page)

"If this dog doesn't get it right, just say "amen!'"

The crowd stilled, expecting dire results. And with every success, David and Skidboot got more invitations, more performances, and yes, more money. It was all they could do to keep up. Calls every day, major networks wanting interviews. Newspapers concocted new stories, wire services spread the stories, and each story built itself into another story. A flood of publicity carried them along, bringing a new network called PAX and its fledgling show,
Animals Are People Too.
The moderator, Alan Thicke, spun exciting stories about special animals, and after watching a few segments, David was convinced that he'd get a call. The call came, the show happened, and almost effortlessly, David and Skidboot sailed toward stardom.

David and Skitboot on Pet Star

David and Skidboot in the act - Texas State Fair

Skidboot greeted by his younger fans.

David and Skidboot work the crowd.

Skidboot races figure eights around barrels.

Skidboot leads horse by the reins.

Photo taken from top row of arena at State Fair.

David and Skidboot post act with fans.

Skidboot ordering a hot dog to go.

Skidboot takes a break backstage.

'All-American Dog' ad brochure. David and Skidboot work their magic for the State Fair Of Texas 2001

Backstage before a show.