Alden and I got Katie at a very difficult time in our lives. I had been diagnosed with uterine cancer. At that time we didn't know what that meant for me and we were stressed and scared. We decided we needed to get a pup to bring some joy and happiness our way. I knew Alden loved akitas and I knew there was an adorable akita puppy at our pet store. I kind of tricked Alden into going there by asking if he just wanted to take a look at the different breeds. He said ok and the next thing I knew we were walking out with our Katie Girl! When we got in the car he said "You knew she was there, didn't you?" I said "Yep!" . I'm not exactly proud of the fact that I bought Katie from a pet shop but I'm not apologizing for it either. I would never ever change a thing. She has been a lifesaver for us! She was with me through 2 surgeries and 5 1/2 weeks of radiation treatments. She was there every day when I came home from the hospital after a treatment and laid beside me so I could always kiss the top of her head. To this day I love to smell the top of her head because it brings back a wonderful comforting feeling for me. I love my Katie Girl!

Tori, my little red headed husky girl was a HUGE HUGE SURPRISE birthday gift from Alden. Gosh, that man sure does give great gifts. Tori has been a wonderful additon to our family and brings us soooo many laughs! She is Katie's sister and best friend. She is my wonderful snuggle buddy and sleeps right up against me when Alden is working nights. We would be lost without her. I love my little Tori Rose!

Sorry to be so long winded. I just love my girls and could talk about them forever.

Robin