09/05/04
Tequila is doing better every day as is our other turkeys. She hardly ever barks (which is nice considering our Husky won't shut up and he's loud) and when Tequila does bark at the neighbors it's a low bark, so they probably don't even hear her. She has some definite issues to overcome. As Teri probably told you Tequila throws a fit when you place a leash on her, we have a fenced acre the dogs roam so that is nice for her. She also scrounges for food like it’s going to be her last meal. But she has already made strides with that one. I have never seen a dog sit on her butt and sit pretty as fast as Tequila does, now that she's learned that’s when I'll give her treats. She's also learning patience to let the other dogs get their treats without grabbing them from me. She still doesn't like the doggie’s bedroom though. I think it's to enclosed and that scares her for some reason. Like she's been left in a room for too long or something. So we let her sleep outside and are hoping with time and increase frequency of her coming in and hanging out that that fear will go away. She sure is beautiful. I can't imagine someone leaving her behind.

08/27/04
Cindy & Matt,
Things got delayed from last night and we got together this morning. We ran Dutch around for a while to get him relaxed, and when Kodiak got there we put Dutch in the house. We got Kodiak and his leash cleaned up (he had an accident in the truck, I think he needed to go before he got put in the truck), got to know him a bit and his HIGH energy level, and he pulled me around our yard. We then took him for a walk/run, during which he ran in front of me and I crashed so I didn't step on him but no harm done. :) So he is a little less hyper at this point, so we let Dutch out of the house on his leash, and Kodiak went kind of nuts!! He appeared to be happy and want to play but he is so big he had Dutch intimidated big time! I held him back, and we took them both for a walk, during which we let them walk side-by-side, and touch noses briefly with no incident. All signs were positive! Back to the house, close the gate and after a couple of nervous minutes (the people, not the dogs!) and more interaction, off came the leashes. They couldn't have gotten along better!! There were NO squabbles, only minor assertions of something that bothered one or the other of them. We were all VERY pleased, and Naomi was so happy for him that she didn't even cry when she left him. Then I had to come to WORK!! I should be home brushing my new buddy! But I have all day tomorrow....
Thank you both for all your time and work, we have some training to do but all in all he is a much happier dog with all our 5 acres to play on than he could ever be in the city. He is one very happy dog. Pictures taken but not downloaded, I'll send as soon as I get them, likely Monday.
Sincerest Thanks,
Alan B.

Excellent! Try to not let your guard down completely yet... it takes >these guys a bit to figure out "wait, your STAYING?!" and things can change then. Typically for the better, but just something to watch out for. Sounds like your off to a great start tho! Please keep us up to date, and if there are any problems or even just a note to say "Things are still going great" please let us know. :)
Congrats on the new fur kid!

08/24/04
Things are going really good. I've been talking with Teri via e-mail everyday getting some invaluable information about Tequila. Tequila loves to cuddle while we walk which makes walking much more difficult, and she plays hide-n-seek and wrestles with our husky who is also young.

08/23/04
I just wanted to thank you for encouraging us to adopt Nanuk and Siska.  We both feel it was meant to be and now that we have had them for over 24 hours - we are sure.  They are both wonderful, well mannered, sweet dogs.  If you ever have contact with their former owner, please tell them how much we love the dogs and that they have a new and loving home. 

08/23/04
I just wanted to thank you for encouraging us to adopt Nanuk and Siska.  We both feel it was meant to be and now that we have had them for over 24 hours - we are sure.  They are both wonderful, well mannered, sweet dogs.  If you ever have contact with their former owner, please tell them how much we love the dogs and that they have a new and loving home.