They Moved My Bowl (7 page)

“As unbelievable as it may seem to you today, this court was once a puppy, too.”

“It’s agreed then, we’ll name him Rex and keep him.”

“Don’t be so smug, all puppies are cute.”

‘The damn cat’s got caller ID.”

“I’m a bad dog. I’m a bad dog. I’m a
really
bad dog.”

“Well,
I
think you’re wonderful.”

“I’m trying to deal directly with my fears.”

“Someday, my son, that will mean you.”

“When I’m ready to retire I’ll call
you
about a goddam burglar alarm.”

“I’m trained, yes, but not highly trained.”

“All the interesting traits have been bred out of me.”

“They’re out. It’s the damn answering machine.”

‘Yes, I’m talking to you. I believe you’re the only Sparky in the house.”