INTRODUCING MY BOY, ZACK! (tons and tons of pics)

[RobiLee]

Yep, you read it right! I adopted a Smooth Collie who will be 5 years old next month. He is exactly 14 days younger than Katie. My boy's name is Zack and I adopted him from Janna (Spiritwind). He is a retired show dog. I have had him with me since Saturday. So far I am finding that having a 3rd dog isn't any more difficult than having 2. Of course maybe that is because Zack is such an easy going dog. He is such a loving dog and very gentle. He can be a bit shy and timid and I think that is part of his charm. So far I haven't had too much trouble introducing him to Katie and Tori and having them accept him. Tori being her usual self doesn't really care at all. Katie, who I now call "Queen B*tch", is trying very hard to make sure Zack knows his place. They have had a few scuffles with one resulting in a bloody nose for Zack :( .
His nose is fine now. I have found out that all I have to do is shout out a loud HEY and they split up and go their separate ways.

I made my decision to adopt Zack on my own and I feel like it is something I needed to do. He has helped me out so much in the past week. I'm so happy to have this boy with me :D .

Now lets get on with the pics!

Meet Zack, everyone!
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On the way home
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[RobiLee]

Checking out his new yard
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[RobiLee]

Snoozing away in his new home
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Being guarded by his two new sisters
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[RobiLee]

Hanging out at big brother Brandon's house
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[RobiLee]

At the park
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With Aunt Anna and Tori
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"Hi Ebberbuddy! I'm Zack and it is nice to meet you!"
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The End! :D

[Ginger's Mom]

He is a very handsome boy. Congratulations Robin on the new addition, and congratulations Zack for hitting the jackpot on finding the best retirement home around. :) It's going to take a while for sister Katie to get used to a new male in the house, but give her some time and space, and she will do the same for you. Had to laugh, looks like you are surrounded by female dogs in your new home (both sisters and cousins). But I am sure you will do just fine. It sure is nice to meet you Zack, and hope to hear a lot more about you and your gorgeous sisters.

[Muddy4paws]

:D

Wow, what a stunning boy! Hes gorgeous.

[Husky_mom]

WOWZA!!....... never saw that coming!!... CONGRATS to both!!

I´m so glad for both of you..... and soo happy to see Mr. new pup.... he sure is a cutie... wait till Parnone sees him ;)

Oh boy Oh boy!!... I´m so excited to see your happy face and your threee cuties!!......((hugs))

[Freedom]

Hey Handsome, nice to see you! Gee, you sure did do a LOT in 6 days: new home, new brudder's home, the park, and lots of new dogs. No wonder yous ought out the dog bed for a nap! Best wishes, fella.

I was surprised to realize he is taller than Tori at the shoulder (the pic with Aunt Anna).

[3muttsandaboston]

He is beautiful. I just love smooth collies. I know a female 3-legger named Carly.

[cassiesmom]

Hello, Zack! You are sooooooooo handsome! Could you please have your mum give you some hugs from me? (Some for your sisters, too, please.)

[Alysser]

I love that last picture!! Congratulations!! Zack is so handsome. Welcome to PT Zack you have great new home. He is awesome and so stunning! I am so happy for you~ :D

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Its nice to meet you too Zack!

[Glacier]

He's a handsome boy! I hope he brings you much happiness!

[critter crazy]

WOW!!! What a Handsome Boy Zack is!! Congrats!! I am sure you will have tons of fun!!

[4 Dog Mother]

Zach is just beautiful, Robin. I think he will be a great addition to your family. Although I will say 3 big dogs? Have you noticed that I keep adding little ones? But then space is at a premium in my house right now. And I don't like being pulled around by the big guys (yeah, I know I am suppose to have them under control but you get these wild things need a dog park and see if they have any idea of how to walk on a leash!)

[gemini9961]

Congrats Robin! Zack is a handsome fella and it looks like he's fitting in nicely (minus the bloody nose :o ). I look forward to more pics of him and your girls.

You are like me...I have my girls (Sadie and Maggie) and then my boy (Grant). I hope he brings you much happiness, seems he has a good start already.

[Spiritwind]

Hi Robin!

glad to see you finally announced Zack! Thanks so much for all the pictures!! I love to see how the boy is fitting in! He looks so happy... keep me updated on how things are going!

TTYL
Janna

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

WELCOME to the Gang, Zack!

Glad to hear the intros have gone "fairly well" ...
It's nice that Zack isn't demanding Head Dawg status.

"Three is almost as easy as Two" ... well ... sorta - almost ... :rolleyes:

Get yourself a 3-way Y-Thingie and hook 'em all up for a hike ...
THEN tell us how it is with "only Three"! :p

Have you taken up knitting yet? --- Better take some lessons ...
When shedding season arrives - you'll have enough raw materials to knit a complete wardrobe!

Happie Brushing!
He sure is a GOOD Looker!
:D

[Kfamr]

Whew... glad you finally announced him to everyone. I was having a tough time keeping him a "secret." ;)


He certainly is handsome and I'm so glad to welcome my new nephew to the PT family!

[lizbud]

Hi Zack :) He is a beautiful boy. It's great that are all getting along. :)

[Tollers-n-Dobes]

What a great looking dog he is! Congratulations, Robin! I am so happy for you. :)

[CamCamPup33]

Zack you are so handsome!! :)

[RobiLee]

:)

WELCOME to the Gang, Zack!

Glad to hear the intros have gone "fairly well" ...
It's nice that Zack isn't demanding Head Dawg status.

"Three is almost as easy as Two" ... well ... sorta - almost ... :rolleyes:

Get yourself a 3-way Y-Thingie and hook 'em all up for a hike ...
THEN tell us how it is with "only Three"! :p

Have you taken up knitting yet? --- Better take some lessons ...
When shedding season arrives - you'll have enough raw materials to knit a complete wardrobe!

Happie Brushing!
He sure is a GOOD Looker!
:D

Phred, I haven't been brave enough yet to try and walk all three together...lol. Working my way up to that! Zack is a dream on a leash! Knows how to stay right by your side. No pulling from him at all. I have taken Tori and Zack for a walk and it went well. Although, Tori does try to make it difficult. Just ask Anna..lol..she walked Tori when we went to the park yesterday and Tori gave her quite a workout. Miss Tori was very interested in all the squirrels and ducks :rolleyes: ;)

[dukedogsmom]

He's so beautiful! I'm so happy for you both. I'm glad there hasn't been any major commotion over the new guy. As time goes on, they'll do just fine, I'm sure. It's obvious here that he's helped you a lot. I just love this one. Just look at those ears! Give them kisses from me. I just realised you need a new sig now! Wish I weren't at work. I'd try to make you one.
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[Jadapit]

What a beautiful dog! I love him Robin. He looks so sweet. Welcome to the world of three dogs. :)

[Taz_Zoee]

Woo Hoo!! Welcome to PT Zack! You are one handsome fella. I can't wait to see more pictures of you and your new sisters. :)
(it was killing me waiting for this announcement:p)

[Spiritwind]

He's so beautiful! I'm so happy for you both. I'm glad there hasn't been any major commotion over the new guy. As time goes on, they'll do just fine, I'm sure. It's obvious here that he's helped you a lot. I just love this one. Just look at those ears! Give them kisses from me. I just realised you need a new sig now! Wish I weren't at work. I'd try to make you one.
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I agree! I love this picture of Zack! He is such a beautiful boy! I do miss him! but know he has a wonderful home with Robin! and I have 3 of his kids here, that remind me a lot of him!...

Janna

[Sirrahsim]

Wow! He is gorgeous :)

[chocolatepuppy]

Wow! What a surprise Robin! Zack is gorgeous! I'm sure in time Katie will come around. My Layla has been called a *b!tch* a few times since Jake came home but basically they get along. ;) Have fun! :D

[Shelteez2]

I just have to say.... I HATE you! :mad: ;) :p :D Just incase those icons didn't get it across.... I'm kidding... I would love to have one of Janna's collies.... I have known her via dog boards for years and have always admired them. Ahhh maybe one day I will have one... a hairy one though, not a naked one.

Congrats on the new addition... I am so excited for you... I am glad he is fitting in with the girls... soon they will all realize their places in your pack. :)

[Giselle]

Whoo Hoo!!!! I've been waiting for this thread! I'm so happy for you and Zack is beautiful!!!

[Spiritwind]

I just have to say.... I HATE you! :mad: ;) :p :D Just incase those icons didn't get it across.... I'm kidding... I would love to have one of Janna's collies.... I have known her via dog boards for years and have always admired them. Ahhh maybe one day I will have one... a hairy one though, not a naked one.

Congrats on the new addition... I am so excited for you... I am glad he is fitting in with the girls... soon they will all realize their places in your pack. :)

Shelteez.. LOL actually I had try to remember how long I have been talking to you! wow.. clear back on acme pet chats many many many years ago... its a been a while... didn't realize its been so long.. time flies!

BUT... you know I have a couple rough boys here just waiting for you to come pick them up! LOL Robin took a couple pictures of them as well, while she was here... lol

Janna

[RobiLee]

I just have to say.... I HATE you! :mad: ;) :p :D Just incase those icons didn't get it across.... I'm kidding... I would love to have one of Janna's collies.... I have known her via dog boards for years and have always admired them. Ahhh maybe one day I will have one... a hairy one though, not a naked one.

Congrats on the new addition... I am so excited for you... I am glad he is fitting in with the girls... soon they will all realize their places in your pack. :)


Hey now take it easy there :p

Do you mean you would like one of these hairy ones?
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I got to pet those two gorgeous boys ,Andy and Aiden! Along with Paris, Lucy and Kelsey! If I could have brought more home I would have! I think I want a tri colored one now ;)

[Cincy'sMom]

Congrats on the new addition! I saw some comments here andthere in threads and wondered if they may be an announcement coming! He sure is handsome!

[Spiritwind]

Hey now take it easy there :p

Do you mean you would like one of these hairy ones?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v154/Robilee/IMG_1397.jpg

I got to pet those two gorgeous boys ,Andy and Aiden! Along with Paris, Lucy and Kelsey! If I could have brought more home I would have! I think I want a tri colored one now ;)

Robin! Oh I love that picture.. with Andy's eyes closed... so cute. Did you get anymore of those 2 goofy boys??? Thats a great picture!

Janna

[bckrazy]

OMG, Robin! Zack is such a handsome boy... he has the sweetest face. : ) I think he looks perfect with your girls. Congratulations! I am so jealous.

[CountryWolf07]

Oh my gosh! I cannot wait to meet Zack when I come visit you in the spring! :)

[Daisy and Delilah]

Welcome to PT, Zack!! Congratulations Robin!! Zack seems to be just what the doctor ordered.

Good job to all you PT'ers that kept quiet ;)

Zack is very handsome. I love his long nosie. It's made for kisses :)

[Karen]

Zack is a handsome dude! Welcome to a new Pet Talk home, boy! Just ignore that Katie - she gets a little uppity now and then, but we love her anyway, as I am sure you will!

[Shelteez2]

Hey now take it easy there :p

Do you mean you would like one of these hairy ones?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v154/Robilee/IMG_1397.jpg

I got to pet those two gorgeous boys ,Andy and Aiden! Along with Paris, Lucy and Kelsey! If I could have brought more home I would have! I think I want a tri colored one now ;)

*swoons* Oh you are truely an evil evil person. lol

I heart Aiden.... and Andy.... *sigh* Oh one day there will be a Spiritwind collie in my future. :)

[ramanth]

Congratulations Robin!! Zack is so gorgeous. I'd love to have a Collie someday. :) I just love those long noses and legs. :D

[RobiLee]

Just a quick note. I just posted this in Dog Health.

Zack is going to be neutered tomorrow so please send out some postive vibes and prayers that all will be ok for my new boy.

Thanks everyone!

[luvofallhorses]

he's gorgeous! :D Congratulations and his neuter will go FINE. :) (((hugs)))

[cyber-sibes]

Congratulations, Robin, Zack is a very handsome boy. He seems to be getting on very well with the girls, too - what a bonus!

[K9karen]

:eek: :eek: :eek:

I never saw this coming either! AND, Zack is one secret I'd never be able to keep!

Beautiful Robin, I can't tell you how thrilled I am for you! Truly, I'm almost at a loss for words! I'm so surprised and excited!!! Zack is so handsome and elegant! Except for the "nose" problem, it's great that the girlie girls have accepted their baby brother!!!!

Thanks for the gorgeous pictures! When I was a young kid, my neighbor had a collie named "Jigzy" (hence my fave stuffed dog's name too). I always wanted a collie after that...so one day, maybe..ya never know! I appreciate the nudge!! :p

Hopefully this year I'll get a chance to plant real kisses on everyone!!! Congratulations!

[finn's mom]

Oh, he is a pretty dog! He looks like he'll fit right into his new home! What a neat mix of breeds you have! Thank you for sharing so many photos, and such great news!

[Spiritwind]

If anyone wants to see pictures of several of Zack's kids, they can go here:

Pictures and more about Zack's kids (http://www.angelfire.com/oh4/spiritwind/Zack.html)

Janna

[shais_mom]

wooot!
I'm so happy for you Robin! :)
if this gives a reason to SLAY THE DRAGON then its the best decision ever
those 3 precious pups DESERVE their mom HEALTHY and HAPPY and that smile on your face in the pic of him answers any question ANYONE should have!

[Flatcoatluver]

Welcome to PT Zack! I am SOOOO jelous. I love smooth collies, he stunning!

[kallisto4529]

Congratulations, he is just beautiful!!!! Welcome to PT Zack, hope to see more of you in the future.

[RobiLee]

Zack and I send out a great big THANK YOU for the nice comments and for the warm welcoming!
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(pic taken by Anna)

[Rachel]

Well, this is the biggest surprise ever. This picture of you and Zack is precious, especially with Katie in the background keeping her eye on things. He is certainly going to represent your new and improved life. Having been someone who previously always had *girls*, I hope you too will have the most pleasant surprise of the loving ways of a boy dog.

Now that you have surprised us to such a degree, how about letting us in on (as they would say) the back story.

[pitc9]

Congrats!!
He's VERY handsome!

Congrats to you Zach on finding a Wonderful home to retire to!

[elizabethann]

Zack is so handsome. I love Smooth Collies. Congratulations on your new addition.

[RobiLee]

Now that you have surprised us to such a degree, how about letting us in on (as they would say) the back story.

Well lets see.....When I was a little girl I always watched Lassie. Of course I wanted a collie! When I was a grown up I knew I would not do well at keeping up with such a long coat so decided that a collie probably wouldn't be the best breed for me for that reason.

THEN....I joined PT in June 2003 where I discovered ParNone and her beautiful smoothie Oz. What? I said. There are Smooth Collies?! Off I went to do some searching at AKC and various sites. While searching I found Janna's website for SPIRITWIND COLLIES who at the time was living in Ohio. Fell in love with all of her Collies but especially her smooth boy, Zack. Kept tabs on her website and then what happens? Janna joined Pet Talk later that year! I think I pm'd and emailed her a few times always letting her know how beautiful I thought her collies were.

THEN...I discovered not long ago that she was retiring Zack and he was available to a pet home. I thought about it for awhile but quickly jumped at the chance. We made arrangements and one Saturday I was supposed to go pick him up, BUT I wound up stuck and having to work that Saturday. Then my car broke down and was in the shop for a week and then various other things started falling apart around me. Eventually I lost my job. I just felt like everything was telling me that I shouldn't go get him. I didn't think I could be financially responsible for him.

THEN...Janna made a few posts with pictures here at PT and it made me so sad because I wanted that boy so bad. That was when I pm'd Janna and told her my situation and about the financial part too and how much I still wanted him. She let me know that she would be giving him his yearly shots that week and that he wouldn't need to be vetted for another year and that if things didnt work out financially or with my girls that all I had to do was bring him back to her. That was it. I said I WANT HIM! I just felt like it was meant to be. Janna said she just wanted him to have a good loving pet home and be spoiled and loved and I knew that home was here. So I think it was 2 days later and I was off to NC to pick up my boy. Used a bit of my savings and cashed in a bunch of change for the gas money. Things are going really well and I'm happy. I'm confident that my spousal support and unemployment will kick in soon (I hate the waiting game :rolleyes: ) and that I will also have a job soon.

Hmm, I think that sums up the back story of the whole thing...lol. Sorry to be so windy about it. That is me! Always writing novels...lol. I really feel like getting Zack was meant to be and he has brought me happiness and a sense of peace. I hope that makes sense.

Thanks for asking, Rachel.

[anna_66]

Isn't he a beauty?! Not only is he beautiful, he's so super sweet too :D
Just a little lover boy
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Robin is right, he's a dream on the leash. Much better than Tori when she sees squirrels :p
I just love this picture of her and Zac. I think it turned out great.
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b8dc09b3127cceb6387b12705600000026100QZt2LRoycMb
Again Robin, let me tell you how happy I am that you finally got your collie boy!

Of course I had to take some pictures of the girls too!
Love this one of Robin & Katie!
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And this cutie one of Miss Tori
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If you would like to see more here's my pictures (I think the ones at Robins house start some where in the middle-the third page I think) Let me know if the link doesn't work.
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0QZt2LRoycMXlQ

[shais_mom]

Robin is right, he's a dream on the leash. Much better than Tori when she sees squirrels :p

I thought it was Huney that was dangerous on the leash - at least for MARK! ;)

yupper the link works!!
did your brother get another min pin or is it a chi?
can't remember...

[anna_66]

I thought it was Huney that was dangerous on the leash - at least for MARK! ;)

LOL! You know Mark's gonna love that...NOT:p

yupper the link works!!
did your brother get another min pin or is it a chi?
can't remember...
Junior is a min pin/chi mix and the new boy Tito belongs to his girlfriend. He's a chi. Cute aren't they?!

[RobiLee]

Anna, that pic of Tori just kills me. She is such a goof. She didn't care how she was laying did she? Just as long as she was on the couch. Little freak girl ;)

Make sure Mark sees that comment about Huney and him :p

[slleipnir]

I already told you this, but gorgeous!! What a handsome pup:) he looks great with your girls :) Thanks for posting all the wonderful pics!

[Rachel]

Hmm, I think that sums up the back story of the whole thing...lol. Sorry to be so windy about it. That is me! Always writing novels...lol. I really feel like getting Zack was meant to be and he has brought me happiness and a sense of peace. I hope that makes sense.



Windy? No way. Those were just the details I was looking for. Congratulations to both you and Zack.

[Spiritwind]

I just love seeing all the pictures of Zack and Tori and Katie.. He looks so happy!..

Thanks Robin!!!

[vinjashira]

Congratulations for your new addition :)

[ParNone]

Hi Robin!

As I said thru IM, Welcome to the Collie Club! :) I'm loving all the pictures. He is so adorable. Is that a kissable nose or what?
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b8dc09b3127cceb6386d16f16900000026100QZt2LRoycMb

Ah, I see another 70Lb lap dog.
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Oz says this is the best seat in the house. :) I left him at the vet one day for some tests and apparently they let him hang out in the back, loose, with them all day. The vet tech mentioned that while she was working at her desk, he was sprawled across her lap.

On the nose incident with Katie, Oz says he's quite sure she didn't mean it. That big ole Collie schnoze just can't help but getting in the way. At least that's what Idgie the Jack Russell told him the couple of times she nailed him there.

Looks like Zack does really well with the snow. I always wondered if those lil' nekkid barbie legs and feet would do okay.

You're gonna have to keep sharing lots of pictures and stories. I'm interested to know how similar he is to Oz and Gull. See if the things I equate to being a Collie thang, really are.

Les...

[WELOVESPUPPIES]

Congrats, he is lovely!!! I can't wait to see more pictures. Hope all is well with you.

[Spiritwind]

[QUOTE=ParNone]
Looks like Zack does really well with the snow. I always wondered if those lil' nekkid barbie legs and feet would do okay.
QUOTE]

Oh.. rough or smooth they love the snow! Up until 2yrs ago, I lived in Ohio, so Zack has been in the snow before, and loves it! Actually my dogs love to roll around and play in the snow... kinda miss not having snow to often down here in north carolina.... the dogs sure loved it! Some day I'll live where its colder and gets more snow.. not sure if it'll be back in Ohio or not.. but it'll be some place with snow!

Here is one of my favorite pics of my rough blue girl in the snow one winter in Ohio:
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This is Misty (Angie daughter from her first litter) in the snow going crazy!
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Here is Ben and Pennie. Ben lives with my mom in Ohio... this was taken when I still lived up there. Pennie lives in PA. Boy do I MISS the snow!!.. one day... one day..
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Ben running
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http://i26.tinypic.com/24fh378.jpg

http://i29.tinypic.com/f30xh.jpg

Sorry Robin, now I'm kinda taking over your thread with pictures.. but they are all Zack family atleast LOL

Here are pictures my mom just sent a week or ago of Ben (smooth) and Pete, her rough tri male she got from me when I was up in Ohio after Christmas. Feb 2007 my first Collie, Laddie had to be put down... he was an 85lb rough tri male. When I moved to NC I left him with my mom because he was just to old to move. He lived 1 more year to the date that I moved down here and had to be put down, his tired old body just wore out. He was 12 1/2 yrs old. So since Ben was all alone for almost a year and seemed like he needed a friend I took Pete to Ohio with me... Pete is a rough tri male (Zack son BTW.. Lucy's brother) who needed a loving pet home.... and so I took him to see how he would work for my mom.. and it has turned out beautifuly.. here are pics of Ben and Pete together.

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Ben in the snow a few weeks ago.. Ben is 7yrs old.

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Ben and Pete

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Pete

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Me with Ben, Paris and Kelsey... when I went to Ohio right after Christmas... took Paris and Kesley with me... to visit my mom and Ben.. and bring Pete to them.

[RobiLee]

No need for sorries! I'm loving it!! So many gorgeous collies. Wow, Pete and Ben are so handsome. I'm so glad you posted pictures. What about Jethro do you have any more of him? I can't remember if you still have him at home or if he found a home. I should have grabbed him up also..lol. I want them all.

Zack is home and doing well!

[dukedogsmom]

This thread is making me want a collie! They are so beautiful. I especially like Kelsey, from what I've seen.

[Spiritwind]

No need for sorries! I'm loving it!! So many gorgeous collies. Wow, Pete and Ben are so handsome. I'm so glad you posted pictures. What about Jethro do you have any more of him? I can't remember if you still have him at home or if he found a home. I should have grabbed him up also..lol. I want them all.

Zack is home and doing well!

Thanks Robin! And I am glad Zack is home and doing well! I'm sure by tomorrow he'll feel even better..

I was looking on my computer to find more pictures and found a couple more to post...

Here is Pennie AKA: JAWS

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And here is a picture of "the old man" - Laddie, my first Collie playing with Kelsey when she was just a pup. This picture was taken when Laddie was roughly 10yrs old.. Kesley was about 2 1/2 maybe 3 months old... He LOVED puppies!!! was so gental with them. Didn't much like being bugged by the other adults, but he put up with puppies very well..

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Laddie - 10yrs old

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Laddie - October 16, 1994 - February 12, 2007

I got him for Christmas when I was 12yrs old, and he lived for 12 1/2 yrs. He was my 4-H dog, my agility dog, we did USDAA agility for a few years when he was younger and he loved it! He was VERY protective of me, and proved it on more than one occassion... But most important he was my first Collie - a true collie in heart and soul, and the reason I love this breed so much!!!

[jennielynn1970]

Oh my gosh! Zach is soooo handsome!! You look so happy with him, it's so great! I love the pics of the other collies too!

[K9karen]

Hey, Robin.. I was sending you good vibes all day, when I suddenly thought..."Zack's the PERFECT MALE"! :D

i always said that ifmy RB Cody was turned into a human, I'd marry him! :p :D

I loved your "gotcha" story and that your dream came true, 'cause you deserve it!

[cyber-sibes]

Great story, Robin! You're right, he was meant to be yours. Your story reminds me of how we got Jack. (I'll be brief, but I know how much you love Jack, so you'll like this)
You may remember I posted pictures of his incredibly cute litter when they were born 3 yrs ago. I really wanted one, but knew they were all destined for show. I looked at those pictures for two years, along with all the ones of him growing up posted on his kennel's website. So when Sue told me she was retiring a show dog, & let her know if we'd be interested - I thought, wouldn't it be great if it was one of those pups? ...and it turns out that Jack was my favorite from that litter! Kind of feels like "destiny" that he's joined our family. (heehee, little joke there - his kennel is called Destiny Siberians, & he's "Destiny's DaVinci")

Zack looks like he belongs, too - now you have three stunning pups instead of two! Big hugs to all!

[Kater]

Awwwwww, he is just dazzling! Sort of an odd choice of words, I know, but that is what comes to me. All the Spiritwind Collies are just stunning. :D
Thank you both for sharing his story! I'm glad he is settling in relatively well. :)

Welcome to the poshy retirement years, Mr. Zack! :D

[krazyaboutkatz]

Congrats!!!:D He sure is handsome.:)

[RobiLee]

Great story, Robin! You're right, he was meant to be yours. Your story reminds me of how we got Jack. (I'll be brief, but I know how much you love Jack, so you'll like this)
You may remember I posted pictures of his incredibly cute litter when they were born 3 yrs ago. I really wanted one, but knew they were all destined for show. I looked at those pictures for two years, along with all the ones of him growing up posted on his kennel's website. So when Sue told me she was retiring a show dog, & let her know if we'd be interested - I thought, wouldn't it be great if it was one of those pups? ...and it turns out that Jack was my favorite from that litter! Kind of feels like "destiny" that he's joined our family. (heehee, little joke there - his kennel is called Destiny Siberians, & he's "Destiny's DaVinci")

Zack looks like he belongs, too - now you have three stunning pups instead of two! Big hugs to all!

Awww, thank you so much for sharing that. Yes, it sounds like Jack was Destiny ;). BTW...I remember you posting that picture of that super cute litter of huskies and now I keep an eye on Destiny Siberians. You're right I love that Jack! Give him and Star big hugs from me!

Thanks again for all the awesome comments everyone! :)

[Rachel]

Zack is home and doing well!


Wondering if this might mean that Zack went to have the big snip?

[AdoreMyDogs]

Zack is so handsome. Congratulations on the adorable new family member. He looks just HUGE, is he, or are the photos deceiving?

[RobiLee]

Rachel, yes Zack had the big snip yesterday. I posted in dog health for that one. He is doing super today.

Leslie, I think Janna said that he is a big boy. I can't remember what the akc standard is for collies. Yesterday he weighed in at 72.7 pounds. I think he is also slightly taller than Katie. Last time Katie was measured I THINK she was at 24 inches. I'll have to try and measure them all.


You folks have all been GREAT! Thank you so much! :D

[chocolatepuppy]

I hope you're happy Robin. Now I want a Collie! :p They are all just beautiful. I keep coming back to look at the pics! I too have always loved Collies. :D

[pitc9]

Glad to hear he's home from the big snip and is doing well!

[Spiritwind]

Rachel, yes Zack had the big snip yesterday. I posted in dog health for that one. He is doing super today.

Leslie, I think Janna said that he is a big boy. I can't remember what the akc standard is for collies. Yesterday he weighed in at 72.7 pounds. I think he is also slightly taller than Katie. Last time Katie was measured I THINK she was at 24 inches. I'll have to try and measure them all.


You folks have all been GREAT! Thank you so much! :D

Yes.. he is a big boy! He is roughly 26" tall at the shoulders... He has also gained a couple pounds since he got his rabies vax down here a few weeks ago LOL but male collies are typically 24-26" tall and 60-75lbs (from the Collie breed standard)... females are 22-24" tall and 50-65lbs. Zack was my biggest male, though Ben, who lives with my mom is the same height as Zack, Zack is bigger bodied... with a broader chest... so he weighs more. Ben is usually 65lbs max....

Paris (who is a Zack daughter) is my biggest female at around 60-65lbs and 23 1/2 MAYBE 24" tall... she is about as close to a female version of Zack as you can get... and she is a large female, but next to Zack she looks MUCH smaller, because he is such a big, filled out, masculine dog... and of course they ALL think they are lap dogs... ask Robin, they were crawling all over her and the couch when she was here last Saturday! LOL

Janna

[wolf_Q]

I already congratulated you, but here's another CONGRATULATIONS! :D Zack is such a gorgeous dog, I'm happy you found eachother. He looks like such a sweetheart too. "Do you have any more pics of him and the girls? :)

[Lilith Cherry]

Hi Robin! What a wonderfully elegant addition to your family! I wish you lots of Joy with your new boy!

[Kfamr]

I'm late, but I'm so glad your boy's snipping went well. He is so handsome!

[Christiansmommy]

I am just seeing this now!! Yeah, Robin!! I am so happy for you!!! I would love to get another dog...but now is not the time!! I'm SOOO very happy that you have found Zack!!
Congrats! Looking forward to more pics!

[Vette]

Oh my goodness,, hes really quite the handsome one!! :D
i know im a wee bit late,, but congratulations on the new addition.

[RubyMutt]

Congrats! He is a gorgeous boy! :D

And thanks for telling me to get my butt back over to PT ;)

[cassiesmom]

RobiLee, how is Zack the beautiful boy? How are Katie and Tori?