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Want To Adopt A Husky?

Well then, here’s what you need to know about them:

Cute video made by Alabama Siberian Husky Rescue

I think they missed stubborn, vocal and pain in the ass, but Huskies are certainly worth the time and effort.

Well then, here’s what you need to know about them: Cute video made by Alabama Siberian Husky Rescue I think they missed stubborn, vocal and pain in the ass, but Huskies are certainly worth the time and effort.

Adaptation NOT Rehabilitation

I was quite upset with a well meaning article whose author lamented the fact that, even though difficult, sled dogs can be rehabilitated to become a household pet. REHABILITATED?? There is nothing inherently wrong with a sled dog; what they do need is to ADAPT to a new life. And yes, it is not an overnight process and yes, it does require patience, but with love and consistency your new pup will learn a new way of life.

This is why I was very happy to read Joan Klucha’s article in Vancouver Sun. I couldn’t agree more: sled dogs are just like any other rescue dogs!

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I was quite upset with a well meaning article whose author lamented the fact that, even though difficult, sled dogs can be rehabilitated to become a household pet. REHABILITATED?? There is nothing inherently wrong with a sled dog; what they do need is to ADAPT to a new life. And …

How It All Began

It all began with a one eyed kitten in a trash bin.  Being the stubborn feline that she is, she survived through a Nasty Bug, bottle feeding and two months of constant, explosive diarrhea that would send anyone ten times her size to the grave. But not her, nope. She …