ScubaJo Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hello everyone, I first wanted to say thank you to those who started this forum, and all of you who have made it what it is today - it's truly the most wonderful repository of valuable information I've come across to date on my research into the breed. Last year, my husband and I rescued a young male Alaskan husky from our local SPCA who had been in and out of the shelter mutiple times with unknown history - and we bit off more than we could chew as first time dog owners... I'll admit it was pretty moronic of me to succumb to the "oh he's so cute" and coercions at the shelter (anyone out there ever have a member of the SPCA staff tell you the dog is going probably going to get destroyed if you don't adopt him? I am a card carrying bleeding heart). I am happy to say there is a silver lining from my naiveity, I was able to find a very experienced family for him and his special needs, we get regular updates and know he's in his forever home now. After that rather life altering experience I made friends with a very reputable local sibe breeder and have been on her puppy list for a while now... one of her ladies whelped last week and I think it might be time to try again with a puppy. It'll be a couple months yet until "it's time", and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little bit scared that I'd fail again as a husky owner. And thus - I continue to read your experiences and tips here. Thanks again and looking forward to "meeting" many of you. Joanna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 welcome to the pack any advice you need feel free to post up - we all try and do our very upmost best to help good luck with your new puppy when u get him/her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyshqa Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 :lol:Welcome to the forum! That's great you're doing more research this time, I'm sure you'll be fine If you have any questions ask away! The people here know their stuff and are more than happy to help out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor Piskorski Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Welcome to the forum! I also live in Ontario, in Waterloo. I own 2 huskies as well as 2 of their offspring, so if you'd like to meet up sometime to see firsthand how it is to have a husky pup, I'd be happy to help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazz Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hi Joanna, and welcome to the Pack. Sometimes, older dogs that have been cast from one owner to another, have issues, and it does take someone with a special ability to cope and work with such animals. So, there's no shame in admitting you bit off more than you should have. At least you saw to it that he went to a home where they could take care of his needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy1 Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hi Joanna & Welcome There is definitely a dedication that is needed and proper techniques Hope you find all you need here to help with the new pup And congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Welcome! Do you know if the breeder you're talking with shows her dogs, races, or both? A dog/puppy out of showing lines is likely to be a little more laid-back than one out of strictly racing lines - and Alaskans are bred for running, so I'm not surprised he was more energy than what you expected! If the breeder shows, and her dogs are fairly laid-back, you should have an easier time... At least once you get past the puppy stage - wishing you well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hi, joanna Welcome to the Worldwide husky family. We're here to help if you need us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCouture Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 welcome Joanna It's great you came her for advice, if you have any questions someone will gladly answer them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hi Joanna, welcome to the pack I'm sorry to hear your first foray into the furry world we live in was not the best, but you did what was right for you & the dog at the time & it sounds like he's happy where he is. And this time round, you can read all about the good (and bad ) sides of being a husky owner! Any questions you may have, feel free to shout up, there's always someone around to help out, xxx Welcome to the forum! I also live in Ontario, in Waterloo. I own 2 huskies as well as 2 of their offspring, so if you'd like to meet up sometime to see firsthand how it is to have a husky pup, I'd be happy to help Taylor, +1 for offering the husky experience! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Miss Bump Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Welcome to the madness!!!! I'm so sorry your first experience wasn't amazingly successful for you but it sounds like it turned out well for the little 'un you took on!!! We're all here if you need us-fire away! xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbb23 Posted December 26, 2010 Report Share Posted December 26, 2010 Hey ya Joanna, Welcome to the site! x x x x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted December 27, 2010 Report Share Posted December 27, 2010 Hi Joanna, welcome We have had Huskies for a year now, and I still consider myself a novice When I got my first husky, people told me I was crazy to take on a puppy at my age - but after doing more research I got one anyway. This forum saved me from making too many mistakes and I now have two huskies Every day is an adventure with them. They are inquisitive, loving, intelligent, stubborn, high energy (but they do sleep a lot ), playful, gorgeous, hard work - in other words - AMAZING, and I wouldn't change what I have right now for anything in the world. Good luck in making your decision. If we can help in any way, let us know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted December 27, 2010 Report Share Posted December 27, 2010 hi and welcome to the pack Feel free to ask anything and everything and join in with any randomness that you come across - you don't have to be mad to be a member here but it sure helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaJo Posted December 27, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2010 Hi everyone! Wow, I'm overwhelmed seeing all of your posts and warm wishes in here, thank you! I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining this amazing community. The breeder primarily breeds for show and many of her dogs are also St. John Ambulance therapy dogs on the side so she definitely has temperament as a priority trait in her lines - here's hoping a leg up with "nature" and the right "nuture" from us makes for happy future husky. Taylor - greetings from Winona Will definitely take you up on that offer sometime, thank you so much! Joanna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor Piskorski Posted December 28, 2010 Report Share Posted December 28, 2010 Taylor - greetings from Winona Will definitely take you up on that offer sometime, thank you so much! Winona, is that in or quite near Hamilton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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