Why I’m Called Captain Slurpsalot
Once upon a time I was born and raised to become an official Guide Dog for the Blind.
Things were going really well until they discovered a personality trait that could not be changed. You see, a guide dog for the blind must maintain focus and pass the tests with 100% accuracy.
Although I was very good, I loved to give kisses.
Along with those kisses came the clicking sound of my teeth clacking together, making me sound like I was biting. This is a character trait that caused me to be career changed. I went into training for Dogs for Diabetics and was nicknamed Crock.
I confess. I love to slurp. I can’t help myself. I love to give kisses. It’s my way of letting people know I like them.
I admit it can be annoying to some, but not to Mom. She loves it. She has put on my collar a tag that gives fair warning to those I meet.
It seems to be how people identify me. Those who know me give me more nicknames, like Captain Slurpsalot, or Crockadile, or Sir Licksalot.
I don’t mind the names, and I give kisses whenever I’m allowed. I guess that’s why Mom was given this sign that now hangs in our house’s entryway.
Come and visit and I’ll greet you with a slurp.
Love the signs!