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    Such a busy day...

    November 6 is historically a very busy day around my house!
    Four years ago today, Pacer arrived. Pacer was found out in the boonies with a buddy, both full of pellets in their rear ends. Pacer was afraid of everything and spent over a year in the shelter. When he first arrived, he was untouchable, terrified and spent most of his time actively avoiding me! Four years later, he sleeps on the bed, is a great little sled dog, and reliable off-leash.

    Three years ago today, Paxil arrived. The very first time I drove a dog team, Paxil was my lead dog. Everything since can be linked to her! Paxil was given to me as she made it quite clear she wanted to be a house dog. Living in a dog yard just didn't work for her anymore. Paxil immediately claimed a spot by the woodstove and if she's not in harness that's where she prefers to be! She's a tough little dog--three bouts of mast cell cancer, chronic pancreatitis and over 11 years old. She is still the lead dog mushers dream about--reliable, unfailing, trail smart and always up for a run!

    And two years ago today, Sundin arrived! He is the happiest dog in my yard. Absolutely delighted with his little world, although he would prefer I quit trying to pet him! Sundin is extremely shy and avoids humans as much as possible. He's a different dog in harness; confident, hard working and easy to handle. Someday I'll find a way to transfer that to the rest of his life!

    Happy gotcha day, kidlets!
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    Congratulations, and Happy Gotcha Day to all three of you! And congratulations to your mom for recognizing the great dog hidden inside each timid, fur-covered, emotionally scarred package.

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    Happy Gotcha Day Fur Babies - you're so lucky!!!
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    Happy, happy, happy Gotcha Days to precious Sundin, Paxil and Pacer! I like your happy faces in these pictures! Doggers, if you are okay with hugs, please allow your mom to give you one for me. Or some petting.

    Glacier, I think it would be sweet if Sitka came to you on Nov. 6 as well. But, maybe his family will sharpen up about properly caring for him!
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    It's a triple good day!!

    One question: If Sundin doesn't like to be touched, how do you get him in harness? Or is it strictly petting he doesn't allow?
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    Ahhh congratz day to ya.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Taz_Zoee
    One question: If Sundin doesn't like to be touched, how do you get him in harness? Or is it strictly petting he doesn't allow?

    I trap him, usually with food in a small pen. Once he's caught, Sundin doesn't resist being handled. It's just when he's loose and has an option that he doesn't allow touching!
    If you are lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you must find the courage to live it.
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    Woos, wooos, and triple wooos from the cyber-sibes

    Happy Gotcha Day
    Pacer, Paxil,& Sundin!


    Lookin' like there will be any new additions today this year? The day's not over yet...

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    tamara, all 3 of those dogs have just the biggest grins! happy gotcha days!
    joyce who has princess peanut, spokesdog for the catpack, mojo, magic, kira and squirty, members of the catpack, angel duke, a good dog who is missed and angel alex the wonder dog, handsome prince.

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    Happy Gotcha Day, kids! I can't believe Sundin has been there for two years already.

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    I second what Pat said........ anyone up for this years addition to the list??

    congrats and happy gotcha days to all!!

    It HAD to be a special day... you see.... 3 special buddies came this day..... so special x 3....
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    dedicated to the kindest,loveliest and always helpful dude that one would be honored and proud to know........R.I.P. Dear Phred



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    PARTY TIME at Tamara's!!! Oh boy, Gotcha Day times THREE!!! And what a wonderful three. Love the happy doggie photos!
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