Eddie (D'Azul's On the Dark Side), a red Siberian boy bred and co-owned by Cecile and Lisa of D'Azul Siberians, made his debut as the Library Sled Dog Program dog yesterday, Feb. 25. He was a hit! There were around 50 humans, both young and old, who came to see the program, learn about sled dogs and the historic 1925 serum run to Nome, AK. Eddie modeled his bright red sled harness and was very gentle and happy when the kids came up afterwards to pet him. Most of the children were anywhere from 2 1/2 years to about 10 years old, and we had some folks probably in their 80's there, too. One special little girl, around 2 1/2 years old, had been brought because she was very frightened of dogs. Her mother has been exposing her to nice dogs to help her get over her fear. When her mom told her she was going to a sled DOG program, the little girl was terrified. She knew she was going to see a D-O-G. When she came in with her mom, she clung to her mom as if Eddie was going to eat her. At the end of the program, after watching all the kids line up and pet Eddie, the little girl tentatively came up to meet him. Just like his wonderful cousin Nakita before him, Eddie, who also is not an "in your face" kind of dog, patiently and gently greeted the little girl. To everyone's surprise, the toddler and Eddie bonded....it was in an instant! We stayed awhile longer to let the two get to know each other. When it came time for the girl to leave, her mom had to pry her away from Eddie!! What a good dog, Eddie! Eddie's breeders, Cecile and Lisa, handpicked Eddie for this job when he was a small puppy, and raised him up right. Their efforts paid off ten-fold yesterday. No one could have been prouder of him yesterday even if he had won a Best in Show. Temperament first! Always first! You have to live with a dog first.
When we got home, Eddie promptly took his freshly-bathed body to his favorite mud hole and had a grand time in typical Siberian fashion!
Yay, Eddie!!! What a good boy you are! A big "Thank You" to Cecile and Lisa Toth of D'Azul Siberians, for breeding and raising such a wonderful dog!
ps-The photographer from that town's paper was there taking pictures. We'll let you know if he ends up in the newspaper.
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We could not be prouder of Eddie. What a great tribute. We are so happy he has a home with you so that he can practice his special talents. You Go Eddie.
Woo ray for my nephew Eddie!
Love,
Unkey Tubey
Hi Stella Louella!
Thank you for the compliment that I remind your owner of a Sibe she used to have! I'm actually the only one in our pack who didn't come from the shelter, so I know a little bit about my heritage! I was bred in Mayeta, KS; my parents were Troth's Red Hachi Bear and Ehrlich's Showboat Nikki. I come from simple stock ... no CH's in my pedigree, other than one back in 1980. My mom and dad got me out of there before they turned me into a puppy-making machine ... if you know what I mean. It sure would have been nice to be related to your owner's previous Sibe!
You can see my parents and where I came from here, if you'd like: http://armyoffourdigest.blogspot.com/2006/10/hi-everypuppy-its-me-amber-i-didnt.html.
Thank you again!
Love,
Amber
PS: Way to go, Eddie! Especially the mud afterwards. Hee hee hee!
Harrrrr Gold Eye Eddie & Stella
we be proud of Eddie Harrrrr
Cap'n Maverick the Pirate
Hi Stella Louella, Thanks for dropping by my blog. :)
Eddie sounds pawsome
~ Girl girl
Paws up from PA for Eddie!
Anyone related to PrezToBe Tubey is a furiend of mine!
YES, I am furry lukhky to have won the heart of such a nice mom BUT then again, I am pretty special too!
Please visit again soon!
Wags&Khysses,
Khyra
Hi, and nice to meet you!
You have talented siblings. Sounds like your household is a pretty active one. We like to nap!!!
High five paws,
Cookie and crew
Ha wooo!
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