Many thanks to Deborah Stern and Diane Silver-Strasser for allowing us to share the “Cheese Chronicles” in all its glory!
So now, without further ado, we copy & paste from Diane’s Facebook page the epic “Cheese Chronicles” detailing a week with Cochise while everyone was away at the 2016 US National (2013 Parade of Greats PAM Select CAN BOM AM CH Kaleef’s Cochise V Kenlyn RAE HT PT HSAs NA NAJ AJP AXP TDI CGC CHIC OFA h,e,c,t):
October 11, 2016
I have given Cheese permission to use my FB page for the next week or so. He appreciates getting news from the National but also wants everyone to know what he’s doing these days.
DAY ONE … THE CHEESE CHRONICLES
I really didn’t give her permission to take this photo but, as always, I look handsome so let her faux pas slide. Am going to watch the pre-show show (?) and wish Gary the best of luck in finding someone as perfect (99.99999…%) as me!
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY ONE (cont.)
You know, she’s a good Auntie but I just do NOT understand her at times. My mom is at the chili and wing cook-off and I see … well, this. Sad, just sad. Auntie needs an Obi Wan(na eat meat) !
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY ONE (cont. #2)
It’s been a long day and I need my beauty sleep (I do have an image to uphold!) Goodnight everyone … I’ll be fresh and ready to go tomorrow. I think I heard something about a shampoo and a mani/pedi. 
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October 12, 2016
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY TWO
Just a reminder of how handsome I am! The 2nd photo … well, I wanted to vomit because I realized I was on a leash. I mean REALLY, Auntie, a leash? Moi? She gave some excuse about coyotes, quail, feral cats and bunnies. I think it’s undignified. Opinions, anyone? (Actually, Auntie caught me mid-yawn but it’s a secret … sshhhhh!)
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY TWO (cont.)
These two are Nia and (big, fat) Cotton who us only 9 months old. I am tending them – they are sweet but not too bright so they need me to tell them where to be and when to be there. Didn’t know Auntie was putting me to work, did you?
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY TWO (cont. 2)
Wanted to post this before I get my massage and go to bed. See, mom … I am a GOOD Cheese!!! Of course, I am a deserving Cheese but that’s another story. Hahaha … I’ll bet Dante and Rave didn’t get to eat off the good dishes … neener neeener and goodnight, all!
October 13, 2016
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY THREE
!!! WARNING: GRAPHIC PHOTO BELOW!!!
Oh, nonononoNO! Look at me … I mean really LOOK AT ME! Auntie has finally gone completely nuts. I love and support you, Dante, but this is beyond anyone’s call of duty. I am a German Shepherd Dog … the look of eagles, not a goofy DoDo bird. Mom? Bring me a present … a REALLY good present! Oh yeah … go Team Queso …. rah, rah, rah.
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY THREE (cont.)
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Hey, mom, exactly WHEN are you coming home? Auntie finds all this very amusing. I humor her since it seems to take so little to make her happy. I am the Cheese, (a very clean Cheese), therapy dog extrordinaire, and, boy oh boy, does Auntie need some therapy!!!
Well, time for my beauty sleep. Auntie said she would read The Cat in the Hat to me tonight. I like cats but she won’t let me play with the feral ones … says she wants them to think that I’ll eat them so they won’t come here anymore. I’m not sure what they think … they spend most of their time staring at the chickens. Anyway, my frog and I are ready for some Dr. Seuss – goodnight, all!
October 14, 2016
Good morning, National attendees! While you’re all performing your hearts out for a piece of dried liver, I got a real job! Super caddy, (SC), can now be added to my list of titles! Hey, mom … tell dad I’m learning to drive the cart! I can only carry a couple of clubs at a time but I must be good ’cause the tips are great. Besides, I’m the cutest caddy on the course! O yeah, Go Team Queso.
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY FOUR (cont.)
Hi, it’s Cheese … aka Pastry Chef Fromage! Auntie didn’t feeel good so I had to entertain myself for awhile. Since I’m such a good and talented boy, I decided to do something nice for Auntie. Well, actually, it was for me but don’t tell her that. She makes my food just the way I like it but the woman just does not do dessert, the most important meal-part of the day! So, here I am, ready to make ……………. a CHEESECAKE (of course)!
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY FOUR (cont. 2)
Hi, Sue … it’s me, Cheese. I’m on call tonight, just so you know. I hope you feel better but, if you need me, I’m here (or, more likely, eating cheesecake on my cot)!
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY FOUR (cont. 3)
Well, Auntie’s had a bad day but it’s time to play with my frog and call it a night. I love my frog and Rave had wounded him so Auntie fixed all his booboos. He lives here now so he is Rave-safe and I know he’s waiting when I visit. The first photo doesn’t show his best side ’cause I was photo-bombing him but the 2nd photo is just to show you why I like him so much. Goodnight, all.
October 15, 2016
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY FIVE
Hi, mom. I was feeling a little put out by the fact that everyone went to the National except me but not anymore! Look what Auntie let me buy with my caddy money!!!! Now for the big decision …. where to visit first. Hhmmm, Auntie’s out walking so I’ll just mull things over while having a little post-breakfast cheesecake.
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY FIVE (cont.)
Yup, I’m still Cheese MD (Miracle Dog). Auntie’s having a really bad day so I’m taking care of everything … checked on the goats, sheep, chickens & roosters, the goose and the turkey. I would make Auntie some hot tea but she said I can’t use the stove so I guess she’ll just have to keep on drinking her cold ginger tea. Anyway, I think I have everything I need so back to work … the life of a working dog can be so taxing! See you all tomorrow.
October 16, 2016
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY SIX
Since everybody’s probably leaving for home today, I thought I’d wish you all a Happy Halloween! I like Halloween … people give me lots of yummy things to eat and I get to dress up as whatever I want! Guess what I am this year? I think it’s pretty smart to bring the broom in case of emergency but to have someone else do all the driving!
Je suis Fromage … l’artiste! And guess what I’m doing today? I have been telling Auntie that I am a 21st century Impressionist but she insisted on the moustache that makes me look like a cross between Dali and the Big Bad Wolf! Eh bien, her grooming skills aren’t half bad. Anyway, off to create!
THE CHEESE CHRONICLES … DAY SIX … THE END
Hi, it’s me, Cheese … the dog. I had lots of fun doing my chronicles but I’m going to give back Auntie’s Facebook page now. For all of you who enjoyed reading my chronicles, thank you. For those of you who might have thought I was being annoyed or pestered into wearing my different “hats,” I can only say one thing. I am Cheese … I am a German Shepherd Dog … I love to live to please. So, rest assured that I did have fun and Auntie and I will have a good time until I go home next week. I’ve missed my mom and dad and Dante and Rave but I am happy to vacation here because I know I’m loved. Until next year …. here’s me (just being a dog) and my ball.
