My Meeting with Merlin!

Today started out with an extended lie in as you can see below I was quite comfy before my mom started using the flash! Argh.

We then did our usual boat ride across the lake and ran into this 7 month old pug named Merlin! He really wanted to join us at our table so his owner brought him around for a quick greet and sniff.



I hope I see Merlin around more. We had a nice introduction and check out his tight double tail curl!

Oh HI!!!

I ran into Gizmo at the street fest today. At first I thought he was a strange looking pug but then realized he was a Brussels Griffin. In any case, we had a good romp!!

Visiting Valentin

I cruised up to the Baite area and ran into Valentin. His people run the cafe up there and he gets to run free in the area.


I followed up with a nice nap with my squirrel!

The Good Life!

Just another day in Geneva riding the ferry across the lake.

Sights and Smells in Paris!

This little pug was waiting for the Paris Metro.

We snuck into the section of Luxembourg gardens where dogs aren't allowed to capture this photo.
And, of course we went through a Sunday market near our hotel that had these yummy chickens ready to be eaten. Unfortunately, my mom and dad didn't allow me to indulge! Argh!

BHV Pet Store in Paris

Last weekend we went to Paris and I strolled through the BHV pet store.

Brown Cow Attacks in Berner Oberland!!

It was a bright sunny day in the Berner Oberland area of Switzerland when we began our journey into the alps with my buddy Chico. We first boarded a cable car that took us up to the top and in true pug fashion, had lunch.


We started our decent with panoramic views of the valley. Chico and I enjoyed some nice big cow patties on the way down. It was truly an exceptional hiking area!
However, I noticed these large beasts that looked like gigantic dogs so I had to get a closer look! Unfortunately, they were not friendly and proceeded to chase after me.
As you can see, I made a swift retreat to the safety of my humans and avoided all large brown cows after this. Peace out!!!

Trip to Provence!

Our trip started out with me having to wear this medicated color (as seen below) to help prevent me from getting the dreaded Leishmaniasis that is found in the Mediterranean areas of France. Unfortunately I had a horrible reaction which turned into this itchy rash around my throat. Luckily we only had to have it on for 4 days. I guess I won't be going down there in the summer months again.

While we traveled through the small villages we stumbled on this strange act of people showing you these little piglets and wanting you to "donate" money towards their vaccination fund. I thought the little guy was cute, and my daddy thought he looked like me!


In the town of Nimes we found a street named after me!

Here I am cruising the top of the Chateau neuf du pape castle!

And finally, I'm out in the vineyard showing my peeps the finer points to the Chateau nuef du pape soils. See these large rocks really add to the particular taste one finds in the wine!

The Many Pugs of Provence!

Calypso the puppy.

Play Date with Chico!

Chico came over and we wore each other out! Here he is taking a snooze on the couch before he headed home for the evening.

Rainy Day

It's a lazy rainy day in Geneva. We are headed to Provence tomorrow so I guess I'll just chill out and store up energy for the long weekend. I'll post pictures on my return. Have a good weekend!

On the Streets in the Paquis yesterday!

Well my neighborhood had a big festival this weekend. I met a nice boxer named Gabby as well as this guy with this great t-shirt!

Chico's first Coupe!

Chico had to go in for a coupe (haircut). He had an excellent vacation but didn't get brushed enough so he had to get shaved. I think he still looks cute though!!!

Summer in Geneva!

I got to soak up some summer sun by the flowers today. I prefer the white ones as they really highlight my silky black coat and my powerful physique. Ciao!

Ridin' the Ferries in Geneva!

Enjoying the ferry ride across lake Geneva today! Peace out!

Snuggled Pug!

Snuggled Pug!
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I love this faux lamb snuggle bed! Unfortunately, it's only at my place in Alaska.

Back on the trains!

Raoul riding the trains!
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Once again I went to Lyon. This time we had our own compartment on the train so I had free reign and plenty of seat space!

Full Attention!!

Full Attention
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My good friend Kellee was doling out the goodies!

Raoul in bed

Raoul in bed
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After a long day of playing with Bo I just had to go to bed!

Bo and Raoul

Bo and Raoul
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I'm waiting patiently for Bo to finish his chewie.

The boys

The boys
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Hanging with my bud Bo (in the harness).

Pugs on 4th of July in McCarthy Alaska

Pugs on 4th of July in McCarthy Alaska
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These guys were in the parade this year!

Raoul on the 4th of July

Raoul on the 4th of July
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Oliver and Me in McCarthy

Oliver and Raoul in McCarthy
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My buddy Oli was in McCarthy Alaska for a short visit!

Wilds of Alaska

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Sorry for the gap in posting! We didn't have internet while in Alaska this summer which was unexpected. Anyway, it was a glorious time as usual. Lots of fresh copper river red salmon so my fur is in top shape!

On the Farm!

On the Farm!
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Yep! You guessed it! I'm in the heartland of America for the next two days visiting in Grandparents!

R out

Casey is available for adoption

Casey is available for adoption
Originally uploaded by pug freak

I made it to Chicago after an extended flight time(10 hours on the plane from Frankfurt to Chicago) due to mechanical issues. The dog in this picture is Casey whom I met yesterday at a pet store. He's 6 years old, super nice, not a barker, and loves people and dogs. He's available for adoption. They think his elderly owner died. If anyone want to see casey he's on petfinder Chicago and is sometimes at Kriser's pet store on Clybourn.

Off to the USA . . .

I'm headed back to the states for two months but hope to post while I'm there. Enjoy the pictures from our hot day in Geneva today. See ya from the states!!!

One year old pug at the store today.

Snoopy and Chico after romping in the river.

Chico enjoying the fountain.

Chico's older look alike!!


Another hound enjoying the water feature at the park. I wonder if the park planners thought about the dogs when they designed this?!

Pugs in Geneva

A few pugs I ran into yesterday on my long walk. I've gotten in some seriously long walks as my mom said something about wearing me out before I due the trans Atlantic flight tomorrow.

Pug Comfort?!

Really, this is comfortable!

It's that time of year when the big luggage comes out for the trek back to the USA. I've done my weigh in and am exactly 7 kilos so I'm right on target for my Lufthansa flight on Wednesday. It's going to be hard to hold my bladder for 12 hours but well worth it.