Blakey's Vacay

Such a punim

The SJG isn't the only one who goes away now and then. Sir Blakey, a dog of unsubstantiated royalty, deserves a break, too. Here are the highlights of his stay at the elegant Wagmor of Studio City, where he plays all day with other dogs, many of them fellow rescues, and wonders when the nice people he lives with are coming back.

Off-leash, Blakey loves the company of other canines. He's the most social pup, hanging with his dudes and dudettes. He gets along with everyone. But on-leash, oy vey, it's another story. When he's out and about in the neighborhood, his more aggressive, territorial side emerges. The message is quite clear: "This sidewalk isn't big enough for the both of us."

Blakey and best pal Moj Moj discuss the scene unfolding before them: "Sheesh! Look at those two smooching up a storm," says Moj Moj. "Talk about a shanda," says Blakey. "She's engaged to Kugel." "Should we tell him?" asks Moj Moj. "Better we shouldn't mix in," says Blakey.

"Are they here yet?" "No." "Are they here yet?" "No." "Are they ever coming back?" "God willing."

Sir Blakey gets reacquainted with the backyard, the place he rules with an iron paw.