The Pack o' Siberian Huskies (Update)

News Type: Other — Sat Jan 10, 2009 8:38 PM EST

It is going on two months since I wrote about the Pack, and I thought that you all would like to know how things are shaping up. I would first like to say that all is well as can be for them and me, even with the restrictions on our movements around the neighborhood. My mom is still concerned about the attack by LT and Loki on the little animals that run around free and unsupervised here.

I have put the Coast to Coast idea in the round file for a couple of reasons; 1) LT's viciousness as to small animals and a lesser extent Loki's learning of his father's ways, and 2) Diva has given birth o another litter of pups! So that idea of crossing the nation is out (Fun though, it sounded). ~last bit in the voice of Yoda~

I want to keep all of the pups but that is not feasible here in Santa Ana CA, so it looks like I will be parting with most of them. I told my mom that I wanted to keep three, she says one, I think I will end up keeping two.

My Pack has got to be the most spoiled group of dogs on the west coast, they get their kibble mixed with chicken broth, Diva gets a nursing @!$%# milk fortifier and a can of soup/stew on top of the normal kibble/broth combo. I have thought about the extended wilderness living that both The Pack and I will shortly be doing, and a six month supply of kibble and broth alone will be right at (30), 40lbs bags of kibble and (270), 16oz cans of broth. I will be stocking large quantities of food staples, so baking treats (biscuits and such) will be a healthy alternative to stocking store bought ones. Not to bad for the pleasure of their company, and the knowledge that they are strong and happy.

I know some will think me an irresponsible pet owner for allowing Diva the opportunity to get preggers again, but honestly I thought that there was time to get it done, But Nnooo.

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robertlyn-schultz

I hope you like the pics., I will put up more as they start to explore.

Aloha

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#1 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 8:58 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Update on Loki:

This morning I went out to check on the pack and the master of mayhem, the maker of mischief, Loki got me good (right square in the nuts) and took my breath away. Not funny Loki! He is not even a year old and he is already a monster. I was "going commando" and hanging low, so he really got me.

Was that TMI? Oh well, I hope my pain brought you a smile. X^)

Aloha Yall

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#1.1 - Mon Jan 12, 2009 3:42 PM EST

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tyler

*reads article, melts*

This morning I went out to check on the pack and the master of mayhem, the maker of mischief, Loki got me good (right square in the nuts) and took my breath away. Not funny Loki! He is not even a year old and he is already a monster. I was "going commando" and hanging low, so he really got me.

*cackles*

I can't wait to have a dog. Not for this reason, obviously.

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#1.2 - Mon Jan 12, 2009 8:03 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

;^)

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#1.3 - Mon Jan 12, 2009 10:08 PM EST

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kenyon-1

We raised Malamutes when I was a kid and these pictures took me back. We also had red and black ones. In fact Our first "Nanook" was known as the 50th red in the lower 48. Thanks for the pics.

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#2 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 9:35 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hi Kenyon,

It's my pleasure to share the litte'uns with you, I just had to transfer them to a larger shipping crate because though they are just three days shy of their first month, they had outgrown the tub they were in. :^) this round Diva produced four red and white, two black and white, one grey w/black markings and one that has a little of all three colors, a very nice spread of the Siberian Husky color spectrum.

Aloha my friend

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#2.1 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 9:59 PM EST

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Sue-715551

ahhhhh, I want one...... even though I already have 2 puppies and a cat

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#3 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 10:42 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Sue,

They are a bunch of little heart-stealers aren't they? I really dread the thought of letting any go. :^(

Headscatches and belly rubs to your pups, and a nod to the feline. :^)

All my best,

Aloha

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#3.1 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 10:57 PM EST

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LadySaidy

Such beautiful babies! I too wish I could take one off your hands, but to tell the truth, I'm not alpha enough for that type of dog, and you need to be a strong personality.

*Sigh*

I think I'll keep the little couch potato I have.

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#4 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 10:54 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hi Lady S,

Now that I've started to spend time with the little'uns (I gave Diva her space with them for two weeks) I find myself over by their crate more and more. Do not let anyone tell you that Siberian Huskies are not habit forming! Diva is starting to let Loki poke his nose in the crate to check out his new brothers and sisters, but LT (papa) is still dog non-grata. :^)

Yes they do require a strong hand at times (they are all very independent and headstrong) it is a most pleasant breed overall for an active individual.

Hope you and yours are fine and well,

Aloha

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#4.1 - Sat Jan 10, 2009 11:05 PM EST

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Raymond Max

nice looking pups Robertlyn.. Lots of work though.. Have fun with them while you do have them.. Take care.. R.max

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#5 - Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:28 AM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Raymond,

Lots of work, you ain't blowing smoke! But Diva is a real good mommy, and I do have a doting older lady to help also, so I have no complaints. :^)

Always nice to see you, and all my best,

Aloha

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#5.1 - Sun Jan 11, 2009 5:04 AM EST

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VMS

I want one, too! Boy, my dog sure could use a friend to terrorize me and my belongings a little bit more.

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3 votes

#6 - Tue Jan 13, 2009 2:19 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hi VMS,

I just told our neighbor's son (he is down from Oregon) how much I will be asking for them and he said that after he clears it with the wife, a deposit will be made. Huskies are a direct link to the early developement of the K9 and man relationship and I think that allot of people feels a draw to these wonderful dogs. My thoughts on the number of pets - The more the merrier!- but that is an obvious opinion. X^)

I am glad you enjoyed the photos. Today the pups turn 1 month old, I will have to figure out an interesting format to present more photos, since there are eight of the little fur-balls, maybe an Eight-Things piece?

Have a great day,

Aloha

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2 votes

#6.1 - Tue Jan 13, 2009 4:45 PM EST

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MalamuteMan

It's great to hear what's up with you and your pooches... Sorry to hear your not doing the cross country thing, but I can hardly blame you... I can't imagine how difficult that would be...

Cute pups!!!

My dream is to open a home for geriatric Malamutes...

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#7 - Tue Jan 13, 2009 2:28 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Mal-Man,

Thank you for dropping in, and for your kind words.

I was looking forward to running the dogs long distance with the cart and trailer, but after reflection while camping (I took a break from NV and the internet in late Nov.) I had made up my mind that the trip would be dangerous to small pets on our route, then Diva's belly dropped and these little'uns came along finalizing the determination.

Lobo (my oldest Husky) was fat and lazy at 9 years old, then LT and Diva entered the Schultz Compond and he seems to be getting thinner and much more active with the interaction of others of his breed. It does not hurt that they all are on a very specific diet that feeds their athletic needs.

All my best and blessings to you my friend,

Aloha

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#7.1 - Tue Jan 13, 2009 5:01 PM EST

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Roger F. in Palm Springs

Great article Rob, I love the pictures... Those dogs eat better than I do dammit!

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#8 - Thu Jan 15, 2009 11:24 AM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Rog,

You waking and baking? If you are take a toke for me. X^)

Have a great day Duffus,

Aloha

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1 vote

#8.1 - Thu Jan 15, 2009 11:29 AM EST

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Roger F. in Palm Springs

Burn 'em if ya gottem, you know it!

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1 vote

#9 - Thu Jan 15, 2009 11:38 AM EST

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Sydney - 5

Hi Robertlyn,

Loved, loved, loved reading about your dogs. Those babies are gorgeous. And you are clearly a great dog dad.

I was mom to Samoyeds for 20+ years. Bid farewell to our last guy last Fall. So reading about their Arctic cousins did my heart good. Your Loki sounds like our Sacha, our first Sammie, who was a major trickster and always getting into some kind of mischief. Very alpha. Ah, these northern breeds are just the best.

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#10 - Thu Jan 15, 2009 10:50 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Sydney,

I am glad you enjoyed the piece, and thank you for your kind words.

Samoyeds are very cool dogs, if I'm not mistaken they were guard dogs for the Emperor of Japan.

Have a great day,

Aloha

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1 vote

#10.1 - Fri Jan 16, 2009 7:47 PM EST

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ann in Texas

This update is wonderful! Thank you for sharing the pics -- The puppies are just gorgeous. How is Diva doing?

Not to bad for the pleasure of their company, and the knowledge that they are strong and happy.

You're a good man, Rob.

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#11 - Fri Jan 16, 2009 10:54 AM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hi Ann,

You are most welcome my friend, it is always a pleasure to share my time with the Pack with everyone. Diva is gaining weight and still keeping LT away from the pups, but she is very open to Loki's exploration of her "den". Oh and speaking of Loki, he is not yet a year old but is already pushing 70lbs, no fat just muscle (he is a friggin monster!). X^)

All my best,

Aloha

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#11.1 - Fri Jan 16, 2009 7:54 PM EST

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sushicat

I love your puppies they are beautiful!! I don;t think I have ever seen red ones before. Thought they were all black and white?

Good luck with your project.

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#12 - Thu Jan 22, 2009 7:44 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Sushicat,

Thank you for the nice thoughts towards the pups. :^)

Huskies can be many colors, but Black and White seems to be the most prevalent. All of the pups eyes have settled (probably) and they are all blue, how friggin cool is that? I really want to keep them all *Rob chants NOT FEASABLE five times* but I will do what is necessary.

Have a good evening,

Aloha

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1 vote

#12.1 - Thu Jan 22, 2009 11:16 PM EST

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bigbugy

Great pics man.It's cool to see things like that on the vine with so much serious stuff going on.I've got a german shepard and a pitbull myself and as much a handful they are I can't imagine having that many dogs at once.All I can say is better you then me.LOL.

Also thanks for the friend request,it means a lot to me.Keep us posted on the puppy parade:)

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1 vote

#13 - Thu Jan 22, 2009 11:43 PM EST

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robertlyn-schultz

Hey Bigbugy,

My pleasure to share the Pack with the vine, and welcome my new friend. I have had Siberians or Malamutes since Highschool, and I have come to realize that true Arctic Dog joy is four or five or more of'em. X^)

Thanks for dropping by and have a good night,

Aloha

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2 votes

#13.1 - Fri Jan 23, 2009 12:20 AM EST

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