lurchybold Posted July 7, 2011 Report Share Posted July 7, 2011 You got yourself a beautiful girl there, welcome to the pack, Andy & Boone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyler999 Posted July 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2011 Heh- the books were actually my friend Rebecca's. I've been out of college for 7 years. If I never have to think about calculus again I can die happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sid&BellaNTX Posted July 9, 2011 Report Share Posted July 9, 2011 First trip to the vet... You're taking me WHERE?!? Welcome to the pack Tyler and Okami! She's beautiful and does not look excited to go to the vet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mydiamond Posted July 10, 2011 Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 First trip to the vet... LOL LOL OMG why every dog hates vet trip? Her face is sooooo hilarious! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles Posted July 10, 2011 Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 :doglaugh:There going to stick it where????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyler999 Posted July 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 You're taking me WHERE?!? Welcome to the pack Tyler and Okami! She's beautiful and does not look excited to go to the vet! As far as I and the vet could tell, she had never BEEN to the vet before. So it must be in their blood. Luckily, she did spectacular. Other than being a little scared and having her tail between her legs, she was cool getting her vaccinations, stool taken, etc. And once she got out she was happy and full of energy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo & Oisin Posted July 10, 2011 Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 She won't be in a hurry to go back though. It's funny how dogs just know when they are in a vet waiting room and they usually go a bit loopy. Good on her for being calm having her vaccination. When we take Oshy in he curls up in a ball on the vet table, he looks so tiny when he does that! His tail tucked under and his head tucked down and under his front legs, it makes me feel SOOO bad for taking him in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26nikita Posted July 10, 2011 Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 I love hearing stories like this! Well done! I agree with what's been said about your writing. You don't do that as a profession or hobby do you? If not, you should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyler999 Posted July 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 I love hearing stories like this! Well done! I agree with what's been said about your writing. You don't do that as a profession or hobby do you? If not, you should. Thank you- I enjoy writing them. I am definitely not a professional writer, but I enjoy writing and I enjoy having adventures. Luckily, so does Okami. This morning before work, I took her to a large pond in the woods behind a friend's house. The pond is absolutely crawling with gigantic catfish. My friend has a large garbage can on the dock, filled with food for the catfish. I threw some out and suddenly there were catfish surfacing everywhere to feed. Okami ran to the edge of the dog and was riveted there, looking at them all with a gigantic smile and kicking both of her back feet up and out like a horse bucking. She wanted to get into the water too, but I didn't let her (this time) as I had to get back home soon and head out to work. Anyone know if dogs will try to eat live fish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Removed #5 Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 << snipped >>Anyone know if dogs will try to eat live fish? I don't know, but I wouldn't put it past a Husky to try!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Siberian Shadow Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Some things are just meant to be....... You were meant to be there at the exact time to save her. What a lovely girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Coming in late on this one - and congratulations on finding such a lovely girl! She looks like she's settling in very well! @Al Jones - a properly fitted and used prong collar can often be more humane than a regular flat collar. I use them myself at times when I want to walk one of my particularly strong guys who pulls - and I don't want to be pulled! It saves wear and tear on the dog's neck - it isn't as likely to cause trauma to the trachea or the spinal column. It pinches, but doesn't truly dig in, if fitted properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #5 Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Coming in late on this one - and congratulations on finding such a lovely girl! She looks like she's settling in very well! @Al Jones - a properly fitted and used prong collar can often be more humane than a regular flat collar. I use them myself at times when I want to walk one of my particularly strong guys who pulls - and I don't want to be pulled! It saves wear and tear on the dog's neck - it isn't as likely to cause trauma to the trachea or the spinal column. It pinches, but doesn't truly dig in, if fitted properly. You may have missed my follow up comment re the collars: I wasn't trying to be too critical of the collar, living in an area where they (and spiked collars) are used on pit bulls and rottweilers which are used for "Hog Dogs" (and other more nefarious purposes) it bothered me to see one on a Husky, glad you were able to change it out. I've seen too many dogs down here where they were used unmercifully - there may be valid uses for them, but I've had some really bad experiences with the dogs and people who use them. "That's my opinion and I'm sticking to it!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 You may have missed my follow up comment re the collars: I've seen too many dogs down here where they were used unmercifully - there may be valid uses for them, but I've had some really bad experiences with the dogs and people who use them. "That's my opinion and I'm sticking to it!" No, I did see your follow-up, and I realize that they (like most other tools) can be misused and abused. I did, however, want others (who might look at the collar and be horrified at how it looks) to be aware that it is a legitimate training tool, and a very good one when used appropriately! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Jones Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Tyler wow what a fantastic tale and with a happy ending ...love to read about how people got their first husky they are such a special dog all with different personalities and bring such love and joy into our lives keep the adventures coming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slaves to kaya Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Hi there tyler and Okami, and a big warm welcome to the forum. Oh I have loved reading this, stories like this just warm your heart. What a beautiful looking girl Congratulations Tyler on Okami choosing you to enjoy her life hee hee!! have fun together, sounds like your inseperable already and thats such a lovely beginning. I cant wait to read about all your adventures together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Welcome. While you've had dogs in your life before (as many of us have) huskies do seem to be "out there on their own" as far as strange and weird behaviour is concerned. Any help you need, just shout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valhalla Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 to the best husky forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luna's Mum Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 Welcome. While you've had dogs in your life before (as many of us have) huskies do seem to be "out there on their own" as far as strange and weird behaviour is concerned. Any help you need, just shout I can vouch for that!!! Luna's not like any other dog I have ever owned, lived with or been around!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taiya Blue and Miko too Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 I can't believe i missed this thread! Firstly a huge to you and Okami - am loving the stories and probably would have done a double take at you both running in the rain too :eek: I'm a big believer in fate and am sure both of my dogs came to me for a reason and at the right time and i'm sure it's the same with you and Okami. She's a lucky girl that you stopped and had a big enough heart to take her and not call control Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyler999 Posted August 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 Me and the girl watching a dog agility competition. Rather, I am watching it. She watched for about two minutes and then said, "Oh...how cute.. they run through tubes and around poles... Let's strap 160 lbs to them and see how far they can pull it in the snow." She's a bit of a snob, but I love her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted August 23, 2011 Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 What a great photo - perfect I wonder if she sometimes thinks 'how did I get so lucky' - finding her was truly serendipitous for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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