Couch Slouch has an ‘insider’ at Westminster dog show

There’s no business like show business, and there’s no better show business than the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show: It makes the Grammys look like the ESPYs. Once again, intrepid Siberian husky Chuchi’s Yuki kept an exclusive journal for Couch Slouch on his four-legged week in New York:

Wednesday: Due to heightened security measures, we now have to give paw prints when we register at Westminster. … Everyone’s happy to see us back. The Ziegfeld Theater is showing “Tinker Tailor Soldier Samoyed.”… I think the beagle’s new handler is from Denver; his commands were: sit, stay, heel, Tebow. … I wasn’t there, but Occupy Wall Street did not seem dog-friendly. … Had to travel from LAX to JFK in the cargo hold. Probably a blessing – the in-flight movie was “One for the Money.”…

If I never have to pee or poop again in the rain, it would be fine by me.

Thursday: Six new breeds at Westminster this year, although I don’t think the Wirehaired Glove Chewer has been AKC-approved. … If I have to hear the Boston terrier yapping about Tom Brady, there’s going to be trouble. … When I howl at the moon, it’s because I can hear Nancy Grace on HLN. … Public perception aside, some of the nicest dogs I’ve ever met have been Rottweilers and pit bulls. … Last week I TiVoed “Bones” on Fox. It was, ahem, not what I thought it would be. …

If Lindsay Lohan shows up, I hope she steals the Pomeranian.

Friday: Charles Barkley can tout Weight Watchers all he chooses, but if he wants to drop the excess pounds, he should just do like we do: Eat only twice a day. … Why do I bark at postal carriers? Because their pensions are killing off the USPS. … I would never want to be the First Dog – D.C.’s too humid in the summer. … You can tell the golden retriever is from Seattle. He’s got a “venti” water bowl. … Memo to Oprah: Looking for a way to jump-start your struggling OWN network? More dog shows! …

I’d kill for an Angus burger.

Saturday: Sponsorship is out of control. I mean, an American Vitaminwater spaniel? A Red Bull terrier? Really? … My Vizsla buddy in Ohio wants me to send him some rugelach from Zabar’s. Hope there’s not a line. … There’s a German shepherd in Stall 231 who acts like they won World Wars I and II. … My agent’s here in New York, trying to get me a spot on “Heeling With the Stars.” … Maybe it’s a “people thing,” but for the life of me, I don’t find Jimmy Kimmel funny.

If I weren’t a show dog, I guess I would’ve gone into pediatrics.

Sunday: “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” was great. The pointer with the dragon bandanna is just embarrassing. … Lately, my owner’s been adding a little PBR to my dry food in the morning – not bad. … If Kathy Griffin has a pet, I assume it’s a Chihuahua who won’t shut up. … The border collie is wearing a black collar in memory of Borders Bookstore. Nice touch. … You wouldn’t believe what went on in Ring 17 last night: A Republican debate! …

Next year, I’m putting all this stuff on Twitter.

Monday: I had a dream the other night: They threw all the people out of Texas and all you could see for miles and miles were steakhouses and fire hydrants. … Donald Trump stopped by and asked to see the American foxhound’s birth certificate. … There are – what? – 27 ESPN networks, and we’re still stuck on CNBC? … I’m tired of all the “War Horse” press. Nobody ever mentions the dog in “The Artist.” … Happy birthday to New Yorker and Broadway star Stockard Channing. She looks great for 476. …

Little-known dog fact: The Australian terrier chases his tail counterclockwise.

Tuesday: High unemployment has hit Westminster. In addition to the “Working” Group, we now have the “In Transition” Group. … There was a rumor Best in Show was going to be chosen by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. … Remember when Gordon Gekko told Bud Fox that some stock was “a dog with fleas?” I walked out of the theater. … I always get nervous playing the Garden, but I just try to channel Sinatra playing the Sands. … To break the tension, a game of Twister broke out in the VIP room. …

This show would be more fun if Ricky Gervais were hosting.

Ask The Slouch

Q. I’m sure you have “bright lights, big city” background – any words of wisdom for Jeremy Lin? (Bryan Bell; Albany, N.Y.)

A. No. But I do have a couple of words for Spike Lee: SIT DOWN.

Q. Any truth to the rumor about a new TV show called “Poker Wives” in which you have the market cornered? (Bob Cayne; Scottsdale, Ariz.)

A. Actually, production for the show was halted last summer because I could not produce one more ex-wife.

Q. Since the New York Giants play in New Jersey but the parade was in New York City, if the St. Louis Rams win a Super Bowl, is their parade in L.A.? (David Filar; Fishers, Ind.)

A. Pay the man, Shirley.

Q. Is it true that Bill Belichick, being the genius that he is, has already developed a game plan for next season that lets Tom Brady both throw and catch the ball? (D.R. Nash; Roanoke, Va.)

A. And pay this genius, too.