Every year, we have followed the wonderful Mango Minster, but have finally decided to step out and enter. The Herd conferred and debated all of the options. Queen Natasha the Evil as a Bad Sport seemed incredibly obvious, but we decided to go with our most unique member – Rusty the Rooster.
Me? Little old me?
And then we struggled with whether to go with Cracker Dog or Good Old Boy category? Yes, Rusty can be quite cracker at times, but, frankly, he is just a good spirit. See if you agree.
The first test by Mango Minster is whether your nickname is Bubba. When we first met the Rooster, his name was Rojo (Spanish for Red), but we changed it to Boris (Boris and Natasha – get it?). Somehow, the name just never stuck.
Do I look like a Boris?
So we struggled for a few weeks for the perfect name and just kept referring to him as that rusty colored dog. Soon enough, Rusty just stuck. And isn’t Bubba just one of those names that comes from common reference and finally just sticks. Besides, to totally complete the Bubba feel, no good old boy can have a single name, so he became Rusty the Rooster because of his early morning singing sessions.
The next two tests cited by Mango Minster are whether your favorite activity is lounging and whether you have strategically placed beds. Hmmmm, let’s see . . .
Rusty's motto - Never Sleep on the Ground
Did we mention - Never Sleep on the Ground
Rusty Zen
Ok, so we have that comfort thing out of the way. Let’s just finally focus on that huge test – is Rusty easy going?
Always secure the best vantage points.
Any Good Old Boy knows how to work tractors.
Walking down the beach - in our own unique style.
Nothing like a little digging on the beach.
Always find your own path.
And no good old boy is afraid of getting a little dirty.
Rusty thinks his boxing opponent is a real light-weight.
So there you have our case for Rusty as a Good Old Boy.
Rusty has this event sewn up, I think!
What about the snow ball? a good ole boy is a thoughtful enough to take a keepsake home for his herd pals.
i’m not sure any other dogs have a chance in this category… good Dog! I mean that first photo alone stops me.
Rusty has it, hands down — oops, I mean “paws down”!
huh. this brings a whole new perspective to Rusty the Roostah! the name alone does the trick:)
woo got this one!
scratchies,
tula
I think you have a really good case. Good luck, Rusty!
Rusty is a good boy! I hope he will win as he deserves the good boy title!
Of khourse, the fakht that he khan drive on the NASCAR cirkhuit is another bonus -
Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra
PeeEssWoo: Go Rusty Go!
Rusty, is indeed, a shoe in for the “good ol boy” category! Any dog named “Rooster”…
I love Rusty! His style is truly unique.
8 paws up for Rusty!!!! Good Ol Boy….that is you!!!
Licks & Nibbles,
Kody & Nia
Hmm I agree good ole boy but with some crackah crumbs on his lips.
norwood
Rusty for the win! It’s a tough call, but I think he has a good chance, that boxing photo is awesome.
Oh geez! I’d thought of letting Lilac enter this category, but I don’t think anybody can hold a candle to Rusty! *grin* I’m going to be laughing to myself about that shot of having the best vantage point all day!
Rusty – Glad you finally settled on the perfect name and we think you can definitely hold your own in the Good Old Boy category! Good luck.
PeeS – We’ll keep our sniffers to the ground for ya next time we’re in Asheville
The Road Dogs
Great choice! Rusty the Rooster is a winner for us too! He is a model pup for us, Piappies!
Love,
Piappies Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Pai, Wai-Max & Forgie
WE THINK RUSTY HE LOOKS A GREAT BOY TO WIN.
We agree with the category. Good luck Rusty with your great entry.
love
Martha and Bailey xxx
Rusty, you are a character! Good luck to you!!
-Gizmo, Bart and Ruby
Rusty – you are a shoo-in. Every pup and peep loves Rusty the Rooster – great entry, good ole boy!!!
Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara
we LOVE rusty the rooster!!
Rusty the Rooster it is! While you are a shoe-in as far as we are concerned, we have one suggestion for you. We once had a dog and we walked on a horse trail during winter walks.If she was lucky she would find a treasure! Cappie would mouth a frozen horse apple and bring it home to let it slowly thaw in front of the stove.
So, Rusty, snowball or horse apple, you have our votes.
Stella, Mom and Zkhat
We were thinking of entering our R as a good ole boy – but after seeing Rusty’s case – forget it! Rusty has it in the bag!
I love Rusty’s unique dog-onality. I also love the picture of him boxing with the balloons.
yepper Rusty we agree you are a good old boy…
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus, Louie and Callie
Alright!! Go Rusty! You chose the perfect category for him.
Great entry Rusty! The very best of luck!
Great choice. He is definitely the Haywood County good old boy.
VERY convincing presentation! You are a little outside of stereotype in the looks department, but that is not a bad thing! Go for it Bubba! Best of luck!
I love your entry!
Good luck at MM!
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza
Sounds perfect! I love that he gets the best vantage point, and always makes his own path. Smart boy!
Extra points for the name for sure! More extra points for refusing to go along with any old name and waiting patiently until the peeps discovered the right name. More extra points for taking advantage of a friendly shoulder to lean on. Good fit for this category. Good luck!
Jed & Abby
Extra points for the name. More extra points for waiting patiently while the peeps figured out the right name. Good job finding a friendly shoulder to lean on. And a good tractor. Excellent choice of category. Good luck!
Jed & Abby
We think Rusty’s got a real shot at this! I love the picture of him securing the best vantage point!
Elyse and Riley
Lets face it —ya can’t get any more ‘good old boy” than being a “Bubba” who’s into “tractors”, now does it? He should win this category, paws down!
Oh we just love the name Rusty the Rooster and your blue eyes are gorgeous. We love blue eyed boys around here.
Artemisia (Mouse) & Scylla (Cow)
Hi, very nice to meet you. I totally agree about not sleeping on the ground. ~Socks
Hi Rusty, I am a good ole boy too. ~Fenris
Good luck Rusty!
Rusty, you go!!!
Good luck!
xxoo
Buffy