The Lazy Dogs of Summer! (2016 Edition)

Addie decides she would rather stay home than go ski. Owner is Crystal Cain of Walker.

Bailey claims not to be lazy, but just loves to be held. Owner is Morgan Corban of Denham Springs.

Bella loves playing ball in the water to escape the summer heat. Owner is Karen Simmons of Livingston.

Belle asks her owner, “Wake me up before you go, go.” Owner is Christina Nicks.

Brees, a Yorkie Poo, uses his owner as a doggie bed. The owner is Charlene Kimball of Denham Springs.

Buster requests breakfast in bed during the summer. Owner is Alison Williams of Watson.

Caesar woke up around noon and decided to take a nap about 15 minutes later. Owner is Shawn Pitre of Walker.

Chase quickly wakes from an afternoon nap when he hears the music from an ice cream truck. Owner is Cindy Lambuth of Denham Springs.

Chase becomes annoyed by music being played by his owner during his nap. Owner is Blair Taylor of Independence.

Chopper finds a comfy spot to relax on his K-9 friend, Ellie. Owner is Erica Tate of Denham Springs.

Chuy is rudely awakened by the band on the Jimmy Kimmel Show. Owner is Tanya Fontenot of Walker.

While watching the tube, Couyon becomes convinced that the coyote will one day catch the roadrunner. Owner is Holly Avants of Livingston.

Daisy the dog spends a lazy day asking for belly rubs. Owner is Cat Cartwright of Walker.

Daisy patiently waits in the pool for her owner to serve the dog biscuits. Owner is Autumn Herring, age 10.

Deuce refuses to be a busy bee. Owner is Nikki Cummings of Denham Springs

Dexter gets tired just by watching the humans swim. Owner is Brittany Hill of Springfield.

Members of the lazy “Doxie Tribe” include Penny, Beau, Dixie, Nola and Buddy. Owner is Donna Smith of Satsuma.

Drake spends a lazy afternoon on Lake Pontchartrain. Owner is Sonja Hano of Walker.

Duke tries to encourage baby Ariana to take a nap. Owner is Nancy Parks of Hammond.

Sporting her LSU jersey, Emmy Lou Grace was ready to watch the LSU game but fell asleep before the opening kickoff. Owner is Stephanie Sibley of Walker.

Floppy thinks summer mornings would be a lot better if they started later. Owners are Richard and Beverly Kahl of Denham Springs.

Fritz is working on a book on odd human behavior this summer, but decides to enjoy a relaxing car ride with his human for further research. Owner is Jenee Duckworth of Denham Springs.

Gia wonders when it will be her turn to throw the ball instead of fetching it. Owner is Denise DiBenedetto of Tickfaw.

Jack spends the summer days doing Doggie Yoga for beginners in the backyard. Owner is Gwen Thomas of Livingston.

A trio of Yorkies, Bella, Jizz and Jasmine, share a chair on the porch. Owner is Angie Winters of Livingston.

Jockamo surprises Mia Pulliam with many doggie kisses. Owner is Sarah Pulliam of Port Vincent.

Leo dreams about winning first place at the Purina National Dog Show. Owner is Jessica Catron of Denham Springs.

Le Titi Bijou, also known as Jewel, soaks up the sun on a lazy dog day afternoon.

Lil Bit decides to take a little nap with M-E. Owner is Angie McGhee of Walker.

Tia (left) and Lily snuggle up with Kailye Temple for a long summer’s nap. Owners are Coni and Jay Temple of Denham Springs.

Lucy Mae sees her ball floating in the water and is waiting for her owner to retrieve it. Owner is Crystal Marchand of Watson.

Lucy takes a nap with her buddy, Reese. Owner is Louise Loupe of Livingston.

Maddy enjoys a long nap on the front porch after the rain. Owner is Sabrina Conrady of Walker.

Four-year-old Beau reads a book with his dog, Marshall. Owner is Tonya Pickett of Walker.

Max enjoys going topless in a Mustang with his owner, Tracy Beard of Denham Springs.

Mdjai the Doberman refuses to go on his evening walk. Owner is Joylynn Breaux of St. Gabriel.

Miley the dog enjoys a lazy summer day with ride in the car. Owner is Ashley Foster of Denham Springs.

Monbak the lazy puppy gets a pocket ride. Owner is Elisha Reed of Denham Springs.

Night sleeps in the sand all day until he smells barbecued ribs. Owner is Craig Kaiser of Livingston.

Obi takes an afternoon nap with dad, Brian. Owners are Brian and Laurie Lobell of Livingston.

Orion is caught trying to steal an afternoon snack off the kitchen counter. Owners are Leslie Rivere and Michael Beaton of Walker.

Pablo Pugcasso yawns at the idea of going to an obedience school. Owner is Michael A. Duvic of Ponchatoula.

Peanut rests up from a long day of naps. Owners are Tammy and Victor Kahl of Denham Springs.

Penny stays cool in the water while looking cool in a pair of shades. Owners are Chris and Marlene Smith of Walker.

Pepper reminds his K-9 pals to stay hydrated during the dog days of summer. Owner is Rose Rhodus of Livingston.

Pickles (left) snuggles with Molly on a lazy summer afternoon. Owners are Travis and Alli Castle of Watson.

Pumpkin hangs 16 in the family pool. Owners are Ryan and Brittany Rushing of Watson.

Romeo chooses the cool air from a fan over the summer sunshine. Owner is Michelle McKenzie of Walker.

Roux has a knack for finding the coziest spot in the house. Owner is Brandy Jackson of Watson.

Rouxx says there will be no work on his watch. Just rest and relaxation. Owner is Lisa Hopkins of Holden.

Gravity gets the best of Sadie during an afternoon nap. Owner is Lisa Blanchard of Springfield.

Sophiee’ makes a request to not be disturbed before noon during the summer months so she is able to get plenty of beauty sleep. Owner is Amber Latham of Livingston.

Sweet Pea complains that her owner went to Hawaii and all she got was a lei. Owner is Daunice Parker of Denham Springs.

Sweet Pea thinks fireworks should be banned in her part of the parish. Owner is Krista Adams of Denham Springs

Sweet Pea shows off her favorite sundress. Owner is Irene Varnado of Denham Springs.

Taz dreams of zebras and wonders why. Owner is Nicole Pilley of French Settlement.

Tito agrees to go diving but only after a nap. Owner is Bhrooke Bell of Maurepas.

Tittybaby claims the family sofa as his bed for the summer. Owner is Tammy Deno of Denham Springs.

Tucker scoffs at his owner for suggesting a walk in the scorching heat. Owner is Kim Gregory.

Wilmer’s radar detects the presence of a mosquito in the yard. Owner is Neila Polk of Denham Springs.

Winsten waits patiently for his owners to take him for a summer stroll to show off his new stylish hair cut to neighbors. Owners are Brian, Carol, Tyler and Taylor Pigott of Springfield.