In December 2011, two days after I returned from England, National Geographic arrived at my apartment for three days of filming! Although my suitcase was barely unpacked and I barely rested, I dutifully accepted the challenge of relegating my Christmas tree and all of its ornaments to an unglamorous heap in the middle of my indoor garden, Christmas unfortunately dates the show and our documentary may show in spring or early summer. Christmas decorations aside, I had the opportunity to talk to a wonderful team of individuals about animal role play and specifically puppy play. 
Multi award winning camera man Adam who left me with the impression that whether he was in a palace or the poorest of homes he consistently moved with respect and grace. Paul the sound man who won our hearts with pictures of his bio dog family, his insight into my indoor garden and his generally good nature. Over dinner we conversed with these amazing gentleman who have dedicated their lives to traveling throughout the globe, providing powerful and insightful film.
Day one began with interviews, for Myself and Tyke Puppy, day two filming at home and then a trip to the Castro to visit my hair stylist Tidsdale at Every Six Weeks, day three German dog commands in Dolores Park with Tyke Puppy, Jedidiah Black my bio Chihuahua and a surprise encounter with a bio Doberman Pinscher, who although had a previous history of biting happened to fall in love with our camera man and Tyke Puppy. I can still recall her owner, a very nice middle class lady, stating how surprised she was at the similarity between Tyke Puppy and her doberman. I must admit to indulging in a few proud moments, Tyke Puppy is indeed a very handsome Doberman puppy. We finished the day with a party at my dear friend Lou’s house who goes by the title ‘Purveyor Of Logistics’ where she gracefully accommodated a rambunctious pack of puppies for the evening. We all parted ways with promises to stay in touch and an exquisite gift of orchids that now sits proudly in my garden.
Lovely shots, and I for one Can’t wait to see it!