Scott's godson Liangliang is one of Farfel's favorite people in the world, probably in part because Liang likes to sneak Farfel treats behind Scott's back. Farfel has known Liang since he was a kid. Originally from Tianjin, China, Liang is now 18 and in college. But several years ago, when he was first learning English, he made Farfel the subject of one of his compositions. If you want to read it, just click here.

Since Scott and Farfel moved uptown, they've been visiting the local dog park on weekend mornings. That's where the neighborhood pooch owners  congregate, and where the dogs themselves frolic off the leash. Above are some of Farfel's new compatriots: Rudy, Sasha, Bart, Jerry, Emmy, Bailey, Kobie, Max and Casey.  At right, Casey, who is Farfel's down-the-hall neighbor and his best pal in the bunch, is very much the center of attention. Laurel, Jerry's mom, took all the photos.

Spencer, who lives in Farfel's building, doesn't generally get up in time for the dog park, so Farfel has to catch him on the fly later in the day. Spencer prefers a lazy day on the couch.

When Scott goes away, Farfel gets to visit with his friend Teresa, who lives in Virginia. Teresa, who has several jobs (one of which is as a school crossing guard) speaks "dog" fluently and takes excellent care of him, and Farfel returns the favor by following her everywhere - even into the bathroom. Scott suspects that she spoils Farfel, because he's never all that excited to come home after a few days with Teresa.