The waiting is too much. I've decided to simply craft my own "Dog Father" out of aluminum foil, duct tape, and cardboard. Pics to follow...

remember shiny side out.

hmm I like the idea!!!

Wonder if I could use it as a pattern??

happy birthday Jerry!!!

Yes, I think I have some black spray paint around here somewhere.

God I can't wait to see the cinderblock test.

I'm going to start easy to make myself feel better. Hot butter test. Betty Crocker icing test.

mmmmmm Betty Crocker!

Well, I'm just about done with the prototype, so I thought I'd post a pic and get some feedback.

Some of the specs and features:

* 14" blade from duct tape to tip, longer than the SY Dog Father
* corrugated cardboard technology (CCT)
* finger-choil allows grip for close-in work
* duct tape can withstand winds up to 100 mph
* guaranteed not to rust in any climate or any conditions
* handle can double as toilet-paper roll
* reflective blade can double as signal mirror

Dan, if my work is as impressive as I think it is, I'll try and get a resume down your way. You guys hiring?

It's only missing one thing, the Listerine C - - - ap handle.

p.s. does it have a convex edge?

I'll take it.

I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to make you wait... two weeks.