Dear Jazzy,
My cousin Pugsley is coming to stay–again. This is happening more and more often. I have to share my room and my bed. I end up with only one rump on the cushion, she snores, and I never get a wink of sleep. What should I do?
Knackered

Dear Knackered,
Not only do humans need to be reminded about what it would be like if they were in our paws, but misery loves company. Whenever Pugsley wakes you up, wake up your humans. You might not get instant results, but after a few nights of no sleep, trust me, they will give you what you want. Start that yapping. Remember when your exhaustion begins to sour your mood, sit back and enjoy your afternoon naps.
Jazzy

Dear Jazzy,
I’ve just been invited to a pretty well known dog’s Bark Mitzvah. This is a big chance for me to raise my social standing and I want to make sure I am noticed, but I also don’t want to overdo it. Any tips?
Movin’ On Up

Dear Movin’,
First, you must always wear a conversation piece. Something you really love. It could be a sparkly barrette, a chiffon scarf, or your expensive sunglasses. Be creative, but make sure it is appropriate. At the very least you want people to take note of it, and, ideally, want it. A little creativity will go a long way. (If you are still in doubt one of my signature “Jazzy Jackets” from Macy’s will be sure to do the trick!)
Jazzy

Dear Jazzy,
I am a 7-pound Maltese who hates getting a bath. I have tried everything: I shake, I cry, I try to escape, I get mommy all wet, but nothing works. Do you have any ideas?
Precious

Dear Precious,
Creative visualization helps. Imagine the water is champagne and the effervescent bubbles have deep cleansing qualities that rejuvenate the tired soul. Once I was subjected to cheap strawberry shampoo, which as you can imagine was intolerable, but after a few sneezes and manic scratching, that was the end of that. Visualizing what you want makes it one step closer to reality.
Jazzy

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