Q: What Tricks will you do for treats or snacks?

Riley: I will sit, shake and lay down for a treat. I will do more than that, but when you favorite past time is taking naps, you get tired pretty quick. As far as a know, no one gives me a treat to take a nap.

Q: Has Nick trained you to use the 3D Printer for making shoe insoles?

Riley: Not yet.

Q: What is your favorite dog from cartoons?

Riley: Gary… Sponge Bob’s pet snail. I know he’s not a dog, but he’s very loyal to Sponge Bob and a little confused since the only communication he uses is “meow.”

Q: When you’re at the store, where do you like to sleep?

Riley: You’ll usually find me lying on the floor near the front door.

Q: What’s your favorite dog name other than Riley?

Riley: For a male dog, Sergio. Being called Serg would be cool. For a female dog, Juniper. Being called Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy would be awesome. I think I can even say “I am Groot.”

Q: Do you play any instruments?

Riley: When I was younger, I used to play piano by ear. Now I just play with my tail.

Q: Are you a Good Boy?

Riley: Everyone tells me that, but they aren’t always around to see what mischief I get into. I’m getting too old to get into too much trouble. Wink, Wink.

Q: What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten.

Riley: Earth worms after a spring rain. Yummy! I think I ate brussels sprouts once. Not a fan!

Q: When you or any dog stare into space, what are you thinking about?

Riley: I’m tired, I need to take a nap. Also, I wish I had a smartphone.

Q: Why do you kick up the lawn after you pee?

Riley: I think I read once it’s a passed down genetic trait from wolves to claim their territory. I’m just getting pee off my pads. I miss once in a while.

Q: Speaking of going to the bathroom, why do you spin around several times before you poop.

Riley: I like to see who’s watching me. If they are still there after my second spin, I call them a poop peeper. Do they do that with their kids? Weird.

Q: Why are you always interested in what we eat?

Riley: I am always hungry and I get tired of my dog food. If you’re eating, I want some. No Brussels Sprouts please. You can drink anything you want. I could care less about that.

Q: Heard any good jokes lately?

Riley: Why did the bicycle fall over. Because it was two-tired.

Riley: Why did the banana go to the doctor. It wasn’t peeling well.