If your dog is anything like mine, you may notice a personality change in direct proportion to the level of stinkiness. My corgis are so sweet and cuddly when they’re clean, and then the dirtier they get, the more wild they become.

Monday

Had a b-b-b-bath last night.

Even the bedding was washed.

Fur smooth, scent fresh.

Must not allow this to happen again.

Tuesday

Person was very cuddly today.

Kept complimenting my smell.

Cuddled back.

Received two extra treats.

Bedding fluffy and comfortable. I awoke well-rested.

Maybe baths not so bad.

Friday

Tired of cuddling.

Bed too clean.

Went exploring Yard while Person distracted.

Found pile of dark brown Stink.

Thinking either skunk or raccoon.

Will investigate further for consumption.

Saturday

Went back to Stink pile.

Started to eat it.

Was stopped by Person.

Rubbed nose against Stink while Person wasn’t looking.

Jumped into Crate, rubbed snout on blanket to save Scent.

Will have a good night.

Monday

Person asked, “What’s that smell?”, took out trash, seems content for now.

Found several more Gooey Blobs in Yard.

Person has been watching too closely.

Could not investigate further.

Fur has developed lovely patina.

Life is good.

Tuesday

Rained today.

Person would not come Outside with me.

Rubbed in Muck but Scent was wiped away by Rain and Towel.

Will try again tomorrow.

Wednesday

Rain made Muck perfect consistency.

Dashed outside despite Person’s warnings.

Was yelled at.

Rolled anyway.

Smell like Muck.

Person displeased.

I find this somehow exciting.

Thursday

Had a b-b-b-bath last night.

Even the bedding was washed.

Fur smooth, scent fresh.

Must not allow this to happen again.