They Say Animals Don't Worry

*Heard on the Hill: Capitol Hill staffers are suckers for puppies...BonoandNancy Pelosistop for a chit-chat...Michael Tonerneeds to keep reminding people he works forFred Thompson... FormerRick Santorumcommunication directorRobert Traynhamgets a hosting gig on CN8. [ Roll Call ]

*Reliable Source: Robert SteinbuchandJessica Cutlerstill duking it out...Jeri Thompsonrecalls how she fell for the guy with Beanie Weenies. [ WP ]

*Yeas and Nays: Adrian Fentyhas mom and pops in the stands...Roscoe BartlettandMike Rossplay with walkie-talkies. [ Examiner ]

*Under the Dome: Sen. Conrad Burnsmisses his home-cooked lunch/wife...Michael Mukaseya member of a not-so-serious secret society... Idaho residents are concerned thatLarry Craigdoesn't really care about the salmon. [ The Hill ]