Zar LaBosco is our favorite furry friend around here in the Nonahood News office. Serving as Nicole LaBosco’s medical response dog, Zar provides the right amount of love and cuddles whenever any of us needs a break from the fast-paced world of a newsroom. We translated our conversation with Zar (and Nicole) for you below! Check out what he has to say about his daily dog duties and everything he loves about his line of work.
NHN: What brought you to the Nonahood?
Zar: My mom. We kind of just found each other, and it’s been love at first sight ever since. Now, wherever she goes, I go. I’m basically her shadow.
NHN: What do you like writing about/taking pictures of/etc.?
Zar: I like chewing bones and eating. I’m forever hungry. Mom calls me a fat man, but I’m a bit sensitive to that nickname. She loves teasing me, asking if I’m hungry and I’m telling you, I ALWAYS AM.
NHN: What’s your favorite thing about the Nonahood?
Zar: I really enjoy the fact that my mom lives in the Nonahood. She’s my favorite. I also dabble in enjoying puppaccinos from our local Starbucks and anything coconut-related. I take after my mom. Mom jokes my middle name is Coconut, but I think she may be serious.
NHN: Where are you from originally?
Zar: I was born and raised in the Nonahood. I’m a FL native, but mom really wants to change that. I like frolicking in the snow, so I’m not against that!
NHN: What’s your favorite hobby?
Zar: Between chewing and hoarding all of the bones (even if they’re not mine) to begging for mom’s cheese, she might be upset if I said cuddling with her and pleasing her with my ease at learning new tricks wasn’t my hobby. Honestly, she’s my life, so whatever I can do to be a 10/10 good doggo is my favorite hobby. I like playing with my soccer ball and my own Sally (that’s one of her nicknames for me; Sally is a golden retriever stuffed dog) that mom bought me. I’m not sure if I like him or not, but mom says I’m jealous. I also like posing for pictures. Mom can get me to do pretty much anything and everything.
NHN: What’s your most embarrassing moment?
Zar: Probably every. single. snap. mom. has. of. me. on. Snapchat. She’s my biggest fan, and she tends to be overly embarrassing. I’m just trying to be a cool, young adult. Also, when my lip gets caught in my teeth … mom makes fun of me way too much. I’ll tell ya … it’s a look … I tend to burp a lot, too, and mom always says, “Cute.”
NHN: What’s your biggest dream?
Zar: To be surrounded by unlimited food, puppies, children (I’m a sucker for the kids. They’re just so playful!) and infinite clones of mom. But I honestly have all I could ever ask/beg for right now in my life. I’m totally happy and definitely content. No dreams necessary.
NHN: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Zar: I’ll be 13 years old but still a pup at heart! Mom will still be spoiling the heck out of me, and I’m pretty sure we’ll be cuddling more than ever – hopefully, fireside with a mountain view and a never-ending amount of food to surround me.
NHN: What are you most excited about in Lake Nona?
Zar: The dog park that’s going next to the Boxi Park!
NHN: Who’s your biggest inspiration?
Zar: MOM. I look to her for everything. I love when she calls me handsome and a good boy. I know these things already, but it’s always nice to hear from my favorite person in the world. I’m SPOILED.
NHN: What’s your favorite book?
Zar: Why read when I can eat!?
NHN: What’s your favorite movie?
Zar: I feel like I should say Air Bud. He’s my hero, and I could be the 2018 version of him.
NHN: What show(s) have you binge-watched?
Zar: Pretty much any and all shows mom has binge-watched.
NHN: If you could add one thing to the Nonahood, what would it be?
Zar: A dog waterpark! I need to learn how to swim and want to mingle with my fellow Lake Nona pups! Cooling off in this heat is ideal!
RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS:
Extrovert or Introvert?
I’m a dog, therefore I feel like I must say I’m an extrovert, which I totally am. Are you my new friend?!
Indoors or Outdoors?
Let me run free! Although I’m more of an indoor dog, I appreciate my time outdoors to smell all the smells and let the breeze flow through my luscious golden fur.
Sun or Snow?
I had WAY too much fun prancing in the snow. I’m a snow golden child. But the rays of sunshine enhance my golden halo.
Dogs or Cats?
I’m a bit biased, but I think you all know what my answer is here. … Dogs rule and cats drool. WOOF!
Coffee or Tea?
BONES. Mom lets me smell her tea bags, though. I like to smell new things.
Adventurous or Laid Back?
Oohhh, I think mom wishes I was a bit more adventurous, but I’m such a baby. I’m down for trying new things, but I really need mom’s support and words of encouragement to coax me into doing things outside of my norm. I’m down for a good nap.
Canon, Nikon or Sony?
I don’t care, as long as I’m the center of attention. You can take a picture or video of me on anything. Just tag me @salsallyzar.
Books or TV?
Cuddling with mom while she’s reading a book or watching TV! It doesn’t matter! Any time is cuddle time!
