Derek Hough: 'Dancing' Freestyle is 'Kicking My Butt'

Derek Hough drops off pup Romeo at a dog hotel in Hollywood on Saturday afternoon (November 24).

The 27-year-old pro dancer is working hard for the finals on Dancing With The Stars: All-Stars.

“This freestyle is kicking my butt . But I’m excited to share it with you guys,” he tweeted.

Derek added, “Just finished rehearsal … It’s all coming together. Shawn is fearless. Warrior Johnson. Beast mode.”

“Just wanna throw it out there , but you guys have been amazing all season. Thank you for all the kind words and support,” he wrote to fans.

Be sure to watch Derek and Shawn on Monday night on ABC! 10+ pics inside…