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Posted by: swizz Dec 20 2014, 10:26 AM

This is my new mining partner and sweeheart - 'Timber'. wub.gif
Caveman and his wife Karen had a lot to do with this hook-up and I am very grateful. arms.gif
Timberwolf/Alaskan Malamute hybrid. I got approved from the rescue a couple of weeks ago and picked/named her then.
She will still be at the rescue shelter for about another month with Mom & Dad and ready for me on the 18th of Jan. I am counting the days!!!
She's only about a month old in these pics they sent me today. Expect to see a lot of her at the mine this year!!!!
https://flic.kr/p/qbYTy7https://flic.kr/p/qbYTy7 by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qtwMwHhttps://flic.kr/p/qtwMwH by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: NewRockHounder Dec 20 2014, 10:36 AM

Very very cute - Mr. Swizz.

Awesome breed blend as well.

Posted by: Crusty Dec 20 2014, 10:39 AM

AWESOME!

Look forward to getting to know her next season!

Posted by: fenixsmom Dec 20 2014, 10:54 AM

Eeek! Congratulations!!! She's so fluffy!

Posted by: MikeS Dec 20 2014, 03:49 PM

Adorable puppy. Congrats swizz! She should make a fine mining partner. thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: Caveman Dec 21 2014, 06:37 PM

Karen and I are extremely happy that this happened for you, Chris. We just happened to come across it, and let you know about it - you did the rest. Congrats, and what a great name for her! Glad we were able to play a part.

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Posted by: ColoradoProspector Dec 21 2014, 09:25 PM

She's very adorable and fluffy looking! Beautiful markings, can't wait to meet her, she'll be a great addition to your life Chris, congrats! cheers.gif

Posted by: swizz Dec 22 2014, 10:47 AM

Thanks!
It's torture for me having to wait until the 18th but they are taking great care of her while Mom is doing her thing. They'll send more pics between now and then and I'll update.
Definitely been an empty void in my life for the last two years (almost to the date). Very much looking forward to her in my life. smiley-chores016.gif

Posted by: Mrs.CP Dec 25 2014, 06:22 AM

wub.gif Timber is adorable Chris, the finest addition to ring in the new year! Congratulations and Merry Christmas. smile.gif

Posted by: Bandit Jan 3 2015, 03:03 PM

AWESOME looking Dog , Your very lucky , She should make a great watch dog for the claim , even You won't be able to get near it ( LOL )
Bob
( I got that from friend's in Arkansas with a Quartz Crystal mine that have a Timber Shepherd for a pet/watchdog . )

Posted by: RhodoRose Jan 4 2015, 11:49 AM

Awwwww! She looks like a sweetie! wub.gif

Posted by: swizz Jan 5 2015, 05:43 AM

Thanks!
I have some updated pics they just sent me. I'm feeling like an expecting father. It's torture! I still have a couple weeks before she's ready for pickup.
I love the one to the right of her with the black face too.... so cute, it was a toss up for me between the two when I was picking.

Middle dog
https://flic.kr/p/qpuMQvhttps://flic.kr/p/qpuMQv by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/pJWC6hhttps://flic.kr/p/pJWC6h by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qpnEDuhttps://flic.kr/p/qpnEDu by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Jan 5 2015, 08:11 AM

We're all feeling like expectant family! I was gonna ask you yesterday for an update, but I figured you were going crazy enough waiting yourself, you didn't need me bugging you! lol

Cute litter! I bet it was tough to pick from that bunch!

Hang in there dad, less than 2 weeks!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 5 2015, 11:39 AM

wub.gif She's such a sweetie! Even a cute ham for the camera, good thing since she will have her pic taken ALOT. giggle.gif


Posted by: swizz Jan 6 2015, 05:40 PM

QUOTE (Mrs.CP @ Jan 5 2015, 10:39 AM) *
wub.gif She's such a sweetie! Even a cute ham for the camera, good thing since she will have her pic taken ALOT. giggle.gif

How did you guess? char098.gif

Posted by: Caveman Jan 6 2015, 06:02 PM

- a sweet little doggie told us!

Posted by: swizz Jan 15 2015, 01:54 PM

My little monster is still in jail... only three days left! happy.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qPkreRhttps://flic.kr/p/qPkreR by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qM3xMhhttps://flic.kr/p/qM3xMh by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 15 2015, 02:05 PM

Fluffy face!!!!!!! She's so pretty!

Posted by: swizz Jan 15 2015, 03:01 PM

She's gonna put that fluff to good use up here. emoticon-object-024.gif
That reminds me......
I have a nifty dog hair "Original Pet Rake" that Dan gave to me for when the big shed happens in the spring! Gonna get her used to that early on. Thanks again Dan! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: Crusty Jan 15 2015, 03:33 PM

can't imagine how excited you are! Are you taking the pics or are they just sending them to you?

Here's my crazy ball obsessed pooch playing in the snow yesterday




 

Posted by: swizz Jan 15 2015, 03:42 PM

Ranch dog! Great looking dog Mike. thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
What's up with the freaky eyes? They look milky.
Rescue is just sending me pics.... they're almost 5hrs away and I haven't met my baby yet.

Posted by: Crusty Jan 15 2015, 03:57 PM

we got her from the pound... she's deaf (which sucks because I can't really ever let her off leash... especially around streets and such, but even if I take her out in the woods, if she runs off, calling her back wouldn't do any good). We've lerned that when breeders breed white or merle dogs together (because they're cute of course) there is a good chance they'll be deaf, blind, or both. We named her Iris because of her craazy eyes lol

Posted by: swizz Jan 15 2015, 04:01 PM

Now I remember you telling me her story at the mine! What a sweetheart she is. happy.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 15 2015, 04:02 PM

She looks part Aussie. You could use a shock collar. The vibration setting could be used as a come command.Just a thought!

Posted by: NewRockHounder Jan 15 2015, 05:38 PM

Shock collars are a horrible invention. IMO

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 15 2015, 05:45 PM

Shock collars my friend, are just a tool. Much like a firearm or screwdriver there will be those that use them improperly and with malice in mind. The shock coller has in fact saved my dog multiple times from an untimely meeting with a vehicle. He was chasing down a wounded goose straight towards the highway. Since he could no longer hear the whistle command, Steve called him back with the collar. I absolutely do not condone abuse via shock therapy. However, when used properly, it could very well save your dog's life.

Posted by: Crusty Jan 15 2015, 05:59 PM

we've talked about getting a training collar, but she's such a spaz, we weren't sure it would be effective. Might give it a try

Posted by: Coalbunny Jan 16 2015, 12:22 AM

Shock collars are not for dogs...they're for kids! eating-popcorn-03.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 16 2015, 12:33 AM

Ugh, kids and unruly men.

Posted by: swizz Jan 16 2015, 08:08 AM

QUOTE (fenixsmom @ Jan 15 2015, 11:33 PM) *
..... and unruly men.

HA!
(threaten ME with a good time....)

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 16 2015, 10:57 AM

QUOTE (swizz @ Jan 15 2015, 12:54 PM) *
My little monster is still in jail... only three days left! happy.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qPkreRhttps://flic.kr/p/qPkreR by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qM3xMhhttps://flic.kr/p/qM3xMh by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr



She is sooo beautiful Chris!! Only 2 days left till you meet that sweetie for life. cloud9.gif cheers.gif

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 18 2015, 12:06 PM

I bet Chris is overloaded with fuzzy love at this point!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif smiley-clapping.gif cloud9.gif
I can't wait to see pics of her finally "home" with you!
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Posted by: Crusty Jan 18 2015, 12:30 PM

Happy picking up your new pooch day!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 19 2015, 01:17 AM

I can't wait to hear the news!!!!!

Posted by: swizz Jan 19 2015, 09:57 AM

Everything went well!
It was an all day trip and she didn't fuss, poop, or pee during the whole ride... pretty much nuzzled me the whole time on my lap while a friend drove.
Now she's at home and getting used to the new surroundings. Healthy appetite and playful already! She's a little over 60% Wolf from my understanding and it's two different types of Wolf mixed with AK Malamute. She'll grow to be an incredible animal methinks.
Anyway, not too many pics yet... she's zonked out and we need to explore the outdoors and some snow later today. She has a lot of information to process. smiley-chores016.gif
She picked her indoor spot just under my wood cache. happy088.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qPGExUhttps://flic.kr/p/qPGExU by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 19 2015, 10:03 AM

oaaawwwww!! She is sooo sweet! I'm glad things are going well for you both! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif cheers.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 19 2015, 10:34 AM

How cuuute!!! What a chick magnet! SHE'S SO FLUFFY, I COULD DIE!!!!!

Posted by: MikeS Jan 19 2015, 03:32 PM

Right on swizz! It sounds like she will be a great companion! Congrats! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: Crusty Jan 19 2015, 06:03 PM

Glad she's making herself right at home! Have fun with that cute little ball of fur!

Posted by: swizz Jan 20 2015, 12:27 PM

Eat, drink, PLAY, sleep, repeat. This is what we're doing every couple of hours. laugh.gif She is already potty trained and goes on the paper for me. I carried her over there a couple of times during the act with much praising and she figured it out right away! Learning new words now and she is picking everything up really fast. Very much a pleasure to work with so far! I think she's gonna be a smart one. Had my friend's full sized AK Malamute over here today. He is about 10yrs old and they played so well together, it was really hilarious and I am relieved that her social skills are fine thus far. She was submissive and playful with him.... until she fell asleep again. happy088.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qSN1wThttps://flic.kr/p/qSN1wT by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Caveman Jan 20 2015, 04:15 PM

Outstanding, Chris! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: swizz Jan 20 2015, 04:45 PM

Thank you again Scott, big debt of gratitude to you for putting me in touch with Dotty & Darin. worthy.gif They are exceptional people. The whole experience has been a pleasure.
I promise I'll quit being a goober Dad with the baby pics soon. blush.gif I can't help it.
The previous pics were from my cell phone. These are from my DSLR and give a better idea of what Miss Timber looks like. She looks strikingly like an Ewok! Coincidence? I think not. smiley-laughing021.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qAnPhshttps://flic.kr/p/qAnPhs by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qSWdkMhttps://flic.kr/p/qSWdkM by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/pW9Zorhttps://flic.kr/p/pW9Zor by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Rockyrat Jan 20 2015, 05:00 PM

I'm looking forward to hearing the story about how people react when she heads out to explore while you're out in the forest and you start yelling "Timber".

Posted by: swizz Jan 20 2015, 05:01 PM

I hadn't thought of that! smiley-laughing021.gif

Posted by: Crusty Jan 20 2015, 07:55 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Jan 20 2015, 03:45 PM) *
I promise I'll quit being a goober Dad with the baby pics soon. blush.gif I can't help it.


I'm sure I speak for the majority that say, please don't! Who could pass up a chance to see that pretty lil' ball o'fur! She's adorable!!

QUOTE (Rockyrat @ Jan 20 2015, 04:00 PM) *
I'm looking forward to hearing the story about how people react when she heads out to explore while you're out in the forest and you start yelling "Timber".



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Posted by: NewRockHounder Jan 20 2015, 08:30 PM

QUOTE (Rockyrat @ Jan 20 2015, 04:00 PM) *
I'm looking forward to hearing the story about how people react when she heads out to explore while you're out in the forest and you start yelling "Timber".



smiley-laughing021.gif That's quality entertainment for the quality impaired. Nice line. happy088.gif

Posted by: Coalbunny Jan 21 2015, 03:16 AM

A friend of mine wanted to give me his dog. Full blooded Rottie with papers that he got from a guy in IDF when he was overseas. The Rottie was named "Allah".
That dog was hilarious!

I decided against taking the dog as I can imagine him "escaping" and me walking around town in the middle of the night yelling "Allah Ackbar!" (the dog's order to "come here"). smiley-laughing021.gif

Posted by: swizz Jan 21 2015, 04:15 PM

A few pics from out in the snow today, it's her element. emoticon-object-024.gif
Practicing for Mousing already.... or was it "practice"? I was rooting for her to git one!
https://flic.kr/p/qB2MQohttps://flic.kr/p/qB2MQo by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qTvEXWhttps://flic.kr/p/qTvEXW by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qTA9qghttps://flic.kr/p/qTA9qg by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/pWA3dAhttps://flic.kr/p/pWA3dA by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr



Posted by: Crusty Jan 21 2015, 05:07 PM

cute factor overload! She's awesome!! SO happy for you AND her!

Posted by: swizz Jan 25 2015, 03:32 PM

She's grown maybe a little in the last week. She's building confidence and agility fast! Just passed out in the middle of a play session and I couldn't resist this pic.
https://flic.kr/p/qW8hpehttps://flic.kr/p/qW8hpe by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Jan 25 2015, 05:50 PM

lol... gotta love puppies & babies, flaming out with no notice! Have fun!

Posted by: Caveman Jan 25 2015, 06:52 PM

Beautiful flame-out. That's the way to do it! giggle.gif

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 26 2015, 08:19 AM

She's fantastic Chris! wub.gif Thanks for sharing pics with us, definitely brought a smile to my face.

Posted by: swizz Jan 27 2015, 02:01 PM

ahhhh.... they grow up so fast.
She's already behind the wheel. Not parallel parking yet but getting the hang of it. This will come in handy for me in the future.
https://flic.kr/p/qF8GTUhttps://flic.kr/p/qF8GTU by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Jan 27 2015, 02:23 PM

Nice! She do good riding in the jeep?

Posted by: swizz Jan 27 2015, 02:29 PM

Still timid and clingy in the Jeep but needs to be. Doesn't have the strength nor coordination and balance quite yet. We ride every day. In another month or two so she'll own the back half. happy088.gif

Posted by: swizz Jan 29 2015, 09:04 AM

This is my friend's male AK Malamute, Solomon. He is over 11yrs and such a patient gentleman with her. When she gets out of line he gives her a quick snap which puts her on her butt... then he licks her. They get along great! She's learning valuable things from him. happy088.gif
https://flic.kr/p/qFJGYJhttps://flic.kr/p/qFJGYJ by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 29 2015, 09:21 AM

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Posted by: Crusty Jan 29 2015, 09:28 AM

QUOTE (swizz @ Jan 21 2015, 03:15 PM) *
by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr https://flic.kr/p/qTA9qghttps://flic.kr/p/qTA9qg


My vote for picture of the month!!


Posted by: Caveman Jan 29 2015, 09:32 AM

I second that, Crusty! Anyone else?

Keep posting those mining Partner pics, Swizz. We need 'em, you got us hooked, you cuteness pusher, you! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: swizz Jan 29 2015, 04:55 PM

She's got a bad case of the cute. I'm walking her several times a day now... long walks and can't get more than a block until someone pulls over or comes out of their house. slaphead.gif
Excellent walker too, she stays right at my heels and never tries to lead. I'm like a mother Goose right now, it's pretty funny. I let her do a lot of side exploring along the way... she's collecting data. We look at the Horses every day too cuz I can't have her being freaky around Horses when she gets big. That's a death sentence up here. Using a doggie harness and 16ft Flexi-Leash which is an outstanding combo. She's good with it! smiley-chores016.gif

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jan 30 2015, 10:29 AM

Fantastic pictures Chris and great to hear things are going well for the both of you. thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
As far as a vote for best cute pic of Timber, I would have to vote for this one.
Sooo cute and can even see Chris taking the picture in her eye.
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QUOTE (swizz @ Jan 21 2015, 03:15 PM) *
https://flic.kr/p/pWA3dAhttps://flic.kr/p/pWA3dA by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr


A face anyone can love!!
She's adorable Chris!

Posted by: swizz Jan 31 2015, 05:42 PM

I shot a quick 2-3 minute smartphone vid of Timber playing with the neighbor's dog. He comes over for about an hour to wear her out.... but he ends up getting worn out first, lol. It's really good entertainment for me. Anyway, here's a couple minutes of puppies playing which is guaranteed to make you smile. happy.gif
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm_1eGHnkFw

Posted by: Crusty Jan 31 2015, 07:18 PM

lol... cute little ball of fur bouncing around!

Posted by: fenixsmom Jan 31 2015, 11:13 PM

How sweet!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Feb 1 2015, 08:22 AM

Love how she does little somersaults. smiley-clapping.gif giggle.gif Active little tail too. biggrin.gif

Posted by: swizz Feb 3 2015, 06:36 PM

I think I'm starting to see a little bit of the Wolf in her now, LOL. giggle.gif

https://flic.kr/p/r1niGshttps://flic.kr/p/r1niGs by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qLeAVrhttps://flic.kr/p/qLeAVr by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qLeB2Zhttps://flic.kr/p/qLeB2Z by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/q6SsfMhttps://flic.kr/p/q6SsfM by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr


Posted by: Caveman Feb 3 2015, 06:58 PM

A little bit? SHEESH!

Posted by: swizz Feb 3 2015, 07:03 PM

HA! That Corgi knows how to put her back in her place though. happy088.gif

Posted by: Caveman Feb 3 2015, 07:41 PM

For now.... eating-popcorn-03.gif smiley-laughing021.gif

Posted by: ColoradoProspector Feb 4 2015, 10:12 AM

Those look like some dang sharp lil' spikes she's sportin' in those choppers! biggrin.gif And still the feet are way ahead of the rest.....oh boy! smiley-laughing021.gif
Darn cute!

Posted by: Crusty Feb 4 2015, 10:51 AM

awesome action shots! Bet them little puppy teeth are sharp as hell!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Feb 7 2015, 08:36 AM

I love the innocent looking sneak attack in the first pic! giggle.gif Thanks for sharing pics Chris, she's great!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

Posted by: Coalbunny Feb 8 2015, 08:25 AM

Now design her a set of boots. This way when she's in your yard digging holes, you can teach her how to dig and where!

Posted by: swizz Feb 19 2015, 04:29 PM

Timber is doing great and continues to grow daily. She'll be three months old tomorrow! We've been winter flyfishing twice so far and today was our third ice fishing trip. She's well designed for my winter excursions.
https://flic.kr/p/qjK7NBhttps://flic.kr/p/qjK7NB by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: fenixsmom Feb 19 2015, 04:34 PM

She's perfect!

Is that a Marcum?

Posted by: swizz Feb 19 2015, 04:39 PM

No, it's a Humminbird, works well!

Posted by: fenixsmom Feb 19 2015, 05:25 PM

Ahh the black and red threw me off.

Posted by: swizz Feb 19 2015, 07:47 PM

That thing spoiled me... it's no fun ice fishing anymore without a screen. It's sensitive enough that I can see my jig and even my swivel which is about 4ft above it... and I'm usually fishing at 50ft or deeper this time of year. Shows every movement I make with them. All hell breaks loose every time a fish enters the picture! Super fun. fishing1.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Feb 19 2015, 09:22 PM

We have a Marcum LX5. I love watching those bars light up. We've paired it with an underwater camera to watch those monsters attack the jig!

Posted by: Dypheron Feb 23 2015, 02:11 PM

She really is a little ball of fun wrapped in fur. Can't wait to see her again Chris!

Posted by: swizz Feb 23 2015, 02:33 PM

She definitely loved you guys! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
Getting larger pretty fast but still my little furball. We're leaving tomorrow for a three day trip on the Frying Pan and Roaring Fork for fly fishing. That's a good excuse for me to update some more pics soon. Her mask is really starting to look cool.

Posted by: Crusty Feb 23 2015, 07:40 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Feb 23 2015, 01:33 PM) *
She definitely loved you guys! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
Getting larger pretty fast but still my little furball. We're leaving tomorrow for a three day trip on the Frying Pan and Roaring Fork for fly fishing. That's a good excuse for me to update some more pics soon. Her mask is really starting to look cool.



Have a great trip! Hope you get some bigguns!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Feb 27 2015, 10:36 AM

Timber is so cute Chris! I noticed this page has no pic of her on it yet though..... unsure.gif .... poke.gif .... laugh.gif

I hope you both had a great trip ice fishing, I'm looking forward to the pictures.

Posted by: swizz Feb 27 2015, 11:55 AM

Here are a few more pics!
We just spent the last three days fly fishing at the Roaring Fork and Frying Pan rivers. FUN!
She's very mellow on the stream. Had to wake her up for this photo.
https://flic.kr/p/r71Mq3https://flic.kr/p/r71Mq3 by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

She dug a little temporary den under this root ball one day.
https://flic.kr/p/rmho31https://flic.kr/p/rmho31 by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/qrzLUWhttps://flic.kr/p/qrzLUW by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: ColoradoProspector Feb 27 2015, 01:58 PM

Timber is just beautiful and growing quickly wow! Looks like you guys had great weather for the fishing trip to. Nice catch! happy088.gif

We had applied to get one of Timber's sisters from the same litter but it was a slim chance to begin with and didn't end up working out. What did end up happening though was another litter born just a little later did have available pups which we ended up choosing one of.....This is Timber's direct cousin from both parents sides whom we're adopting. Her name is Terra. biggrin.gif Bet they'll be quite a fun pair out at the claims this year.
Still don't get to pick her up for a few more weeks but we'll post updates soon in.



A pic of her side colors with momma in the background.




Posted by: swizz Feb 27 2015, 03:53 PM

thumbsupsmileyanim.gif FANTASTIC! Welcome to the family Terra! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
I love the name you guys chose. I definitely see some resemblance there! I am extremely excited for you guys and now YOU must update with pics too! char098.gif
The last month of waiting is torture. She is BEAUTIFUL! sweet.gif GREAT PICK.

Posted by: Crusty Feb 28 2015, 09:34 AM

beautiful pups! I'd love to get a pooch I could take out in the field with me, but since my current dog is a daddy's girl, I wouldn't think of bringing another dog in to the house.

Posted by: fenixsmom Feb 28 2015, 07:45 PM

Aww love her and the name! Congratulations!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Mar 1 2015, 11:09 AM

Thank you, she will be well loved!! wub.gif

Posted by: Caveman Mar 1 2015, 11:42 AM

Congrats! Beautiful pup there, D&D. Watch out, bunnies........ smiley-shocked003.gif

Posted by: swizz Mar 4 2015, 11:03 AM

https://flic.kr/p/r8WM4zhttps://flic.kr/p/r8WM4z by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Caveman Mar 4 2015, 11:20 AM

Now, that has my vote for the pic of the month! Submit it please. Great pic!

Posted by: fenixsmom Mar 4 2015, 11:57 AM

Oh my god.ohmygod! she's so perfect!!!!! I'm dying with the warm and fuzzies!!!

Posted by: Crusty Mar 4 2015, 12:24 PM

Wow, she's getting big quick!

Posted by: swizz Mar 21 2015, 08:00 AM

4 month birthday asleep on Dad's chair with a new toy. She's a little over 30lbs now and growing fast.
https://flic.kr/p/qM3Jughttps://flic.kr/p/qM3Jug by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Mar 21 2015, 08:05 AM

She gets much bigger and dad ain't gonna have a chair any more lol


Posted by: swizz Mar 21 2015, 08:10 AM

LOL! ... won't be long. I like her this size, a lap-wolf.

Posted by: Mrs.CP Mar 21 2015, 08:24 AM

Amazing how much she has changed and grown!! Great pictures Chris, I love how she's gripping the toy you gave her as she sleeps. happy.gif

Posted by: swizz Mar 21 2015, 08:33 AM

thumbsupsmileyanim.gif Tomorrow it's Terra for you guys!!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
Good luck sleeping tonight. laugh.gif .... like Christmas eve.

Posted by: Mrs.CP Mar 21 2015, 08:52 AM

Sleeping, what's that? blink.gif laugh.gif I was laying there in bed this morning watching the cat already running around looking for trouble to keep her occupied till we woke up. wacko.gif Sure will be interesting watching them get use to each other. giggle.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom Mar 21 2015, 10:41 AM

It's amazing how much she's changed already! Her muzzle... that face!!!! Love love love!

Posted by: swizz Mar 24 2015, 03:47 PM

Getting bigger but won't give up my chair, lol.
https://flic.kr/p/qQpY64https://flic.kr/p/qQpY64 by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Mar 24 2015, 09:25 PM

she's laughing at your continued use of the words "my chair"


Posted by: Mrs.CP Mar 25 2015, 12:46 PM

She's adorable Chris!! She looks more like she's in a playful mood to me. giggle.gif Very cute and growing fast!

Posted by: swizz Mar 25 2015, 05:45 PM

Sleep all night.... play all day! smiley-chores016.gif
Latest mugshot
https://flic.kr/p/rtQufghttps://flic.kr/p/rtQufg by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Mar 25 2015, 05:50 PM

Love her markings! She's a beaut!

Posted by: swizz Mar 25 2015, 05:52 PM

Her soft hairline protruding from the back of the mask looks more defined today, kinda funny.

Posted by: fenixsmom Mar 25 2015, 10:19 PM

May I use your pic as reference material?

Posted by: swizz Mar 26 2015, 08:01 AM

Certainly.

Posted by: fenixsmom Mar 26 2015, 10:49 AM

Thank you kindly!

Posted by: CP Mar 26 2015, 01:29 PM

Timber's markings are changing so rapidly from one update to the next it's just amazing! She's beautiful I agree, and looks like she still sports a nice "fuzzy super soft" outer layer. Softest slipper any man (or woman tongue.gif ) can feel on the toes, trust me I've recently got to test this myself......OH MY GAWD! IT'S SOOOOOOOOO SOFT!! jawdrop.gif giggle.gif Can't wait to meet her soon, I'm sure she's developed a real friendly/loving doggie attitude already being your new companion.

Posted by: swizz Apr 15 2015, 03:12 PM

Baby girl is gettin bigger. She's in the tall and skinny stage now, growing fast. She has most of her big girl teeth and they look too big for her mouth, kinda funny.
I've had the pleasure of removing two fish hooks from her already, an unpleasant task. One was about 3 weeks ago on the river. She had somehow snagged her rear haunch on someone else' discarded or lost lure that still had heavy line attached to it. It was about a size #4 single hook hooked deep up to the curve, well past the barb. With the help of my friend we used the common loop & tug method which worked excellent. Not a yip out of her and it came out on the first try.
The other incident happened this morning at Lake Granby and was far more scary. She was next to me fishing and I noticed her chewing oddly... then noticed fishing line coming out of her mouth. I pryed her mouth open and immediately saw a snelled bait hook (with Powerbait) impaled to the upper gum near her teeth. It was only 3 teeth away from being in her throat! Goddamn sloppy ass half drunk bait fishermen leaving their crap, bait containers, fishing line, and trash everywhere.... effin losers. We were the only one's there, all this crap was left by people. I have to wonder how many Foxes, birds, and other animals fare from their irresponsible actions. Sick.
So I yelled to my friend and he came running with foreceps. I held her jaws open and he plucked that baby out promptly. Kevin is my taxidermist buddy so I knew he wouldn't squirm or hesitate. whew.gif
All is well... here's an updated pic of the little beast. arms.gif Shedding now as evidenced by the rug.
https://flic.kr/p/rRSdkshttps://flic.kr/p/rRSdks by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: MikeS Apr 15 2015, 09:26 PM

Ouch! Glad she is ok swizz. Them fishing hooks can do some damage.

Posted by: CP Apr 16 2015, 10:58 AM

Whew, close call! Glad you got that hook out with Kevin's help right away, poor girl.
She is getting a tall lanky look now and also looks like she's having quite a "hair" day in the pic with it all stickin' up on her head. giggle.gif Cute!

Posted by: swizz Apr 23 2015, 07:27 AM

Dan mentioned Terra's water curiosity in the mascot thread so I thought I'd share a couple of pics with Timber in the water yesterday. She's been on quite a few fishing and prospecting trips with me so far with plenty exposure to both moving and still water. She doesn't take to it recreationally... more of an exploratory every time, picking things off of the bottom, etc. This is perfect for fishing since she doesn't get all crazy in the water. She just slowly explores and paws things underwater. Once in a while she sticks her nose and head in the water to pick things out and blows bubbles with her nose like Dan described with Terra. giggle.gif She's surprisingly quiet on the shores, even when I'm out on the lake or river and not in sight. Perfect!

https://flic.kr/p/rXvqTghttps://flic.kr/p/rXvqTg by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/sgMF2vhttps://flic.kr/p/sgMF2v by https://www.flickr.com/people/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Apr 23 2015, 07:57 AM

Need to teach her to sniff out underwater nuggets!

Posted by: swizz Apr 23 2015, 08:05 AM

That just gave me a great idea.
I'm going to duct tape that pin-pointer you sent me to her head! smiley-chores016.gif

Posted by: Crusty Apr 23 2015, 01:39 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Apr 23 2015, 08:05 AM) *
That just gave me a great idea. I'm going to duct tape that pin-pointer you sent me to her head! smiley-chores016.gif





Great idea!! giggle.gif


Posted by: Mrs.CP May 8 2015, 07:19 AM

She's beautiful Chris and growing fast!! wub.gif Even looks like she has a black heart marking on her back in the last picture of her in the water. happy088.gif

Posted by: swizz May 8 2015, 09:38 AM

I see what you mean about the heart shaped marking but can't find it on her now. Her markings are changing fast!

Indeed getting larger fast. Still lanky but gradually filling out. New larger harness!

https://flic.kr/p/rAZW1Ghttps://flic.kr/p/rAZW1G by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/rBchJThttps://flic.kr/p/rBchJT by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Baby teeth... she's got her big girl choppers now.
https://flic.kr/p/sxYPe4https://flic.kr/p/sxYPe4 by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Mrs.CP May 8 2015, 10:37 AM

Great updates Chris, thanks! happy.gif I save the baby teeth as well......memories of when they were shrinky dinks. laugh.gif

She's looking great!!
smiley-chores016.gif

Posted by: swizz May 9 2015, 07:07 PM

Antler heaven.
https://flic.kr/p/rECSFohttps://flic.kr/p/rECSFo by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Mrs.CP May 10 2015, 02:14 PM

She is so cute! Too funny, antler heaven (The Boneyard).... smiley-laughing021.gif Could turn into antler hell if you step on one at night though. smiley-shocked003.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: CloudyKitty May 14 2015, 09:49 AM

Oh my goodness Chris, I just died and went to heaven reading this whole thread over here! Please keep the updates coming thumbsupsmileyanim.gif I did start following you on flickr too, I'm caramews over there.

Yoda and I have an 8 year old Golden Retriever. I hope all of our dogs get along well with each other. Guess I should go post a thread showing him off too. Not that I need any arm twisting on that! smiley-laughing021.gif

Posted by: fenixsmom May 14 2015, 10:37 AM

Hey Chris, speaking of your girlfriend, D&D have an idea for a decal with Terra and Timber's faces. May I have permission to use her as reference?
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!! I dream of petting her fur. Is that wierd?

Posted by: swizz Jun 9 2015, 07:36 AM

Yes, for sure on the pic usage and you may give her pettins anytime! Here are some pics from yesterday. Filling out quickly now, well behaved, and happy!

https://flic.kr/p/ukcPMQhttps://flic.kr/p/ukcPMQ by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/ukxCXJhttps://flic.kr/p/ukxCXJ by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/u6hwYfhttps://flic.kr/p/u6hwYf by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jun 9 2015, 07:48 AM

She's soooo pretty Chris and definitely getting big! wub.gif Love her markings!! These cute dogs of ours is making me even want to sketch them out on paper. happy112.gif Haven't been inspired to draw in forever but that face helps. biggrin.gif Love the curly hair!!

Posted by: swizz Jul 19 2015, 08:11 AM

Here's a short vid of her at the carwash with me... likes to attack the water when it's hitting the windows, kinda funny. smiley-chores016.gif
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U0P2LDHiGk

Posted by: Crusty Jul 19 2015, 08:17 AM

That was worth the extra couple bucks in quarters lol

Now of course Brandon is going to give you shit for washing your Jeep! lol

Posted by: swizz Jul 19 2015, 10:32 AM

My Jeep is pampered but not a garage queen. smiley-laughing021.gif
Turtle Wax 2X per year.... 14 yrs with the original paint and still looking fresh. happy112.gif
Detailing today if the weather lets me.

Posted by: Crusty Jul 19 2015, 12:50 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Jul 19 2015, 10:32 AM) *
My Jeep is pampered but not a garage queen. smiley-laughing021.gif
Turtle Wax 2X per year.... 14 yrs with the original paint and still looking fresh. happy112.gif
Detailing today if the weather lets me.



It's 14 years old? Wow, I'm impressed; I'd have never guessed!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Jul 21 2015, 08:19 AM

She is too cute Chris, laugh.gif got to love her!!! wub.gif

When you call her your woofy it reminds me of a cartoon. I sing the chorus for this song to Terra and she loves it. giggle.gif

"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd8bpo8Ls4Q"

Give that sweet pup a big hug from me please.
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Posted by: swizz Oct 7 2015, 08:38 AM

Timber at 10months old. Not sure of her weight but she's still growing.
https://flic.kr/p/yGwaDohttps://flic.kr/p/yGwaDo by [url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/]GhostCreekMine[url], on Flickr

Posted by: swizz Oct 7 2015, 08:39 AM

This is Timber wading with my friend Josh fishing yesterday. Lil girl loves to poke around in the water, gets a crayfish now and then. She caught and ate two field mice during the hike in and one on the way out, fascinating to watch her hunt and pounce, she's good at it.
https://flic.kr/p/zyHPLzhttps://flic.kr/p/zyHPLz by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: fenixsmom Oct 7 2015, 10:09 AM

She's grown up!!!! Fluffy face!!!!!

Posted by: Crusty Oct 7 2015, 10:48 AM

She's such an awesome pooch!

Posted by: rory614 Oct 8 2015, 11:28 AM

Very cute picture!

Posted by: swizz Nov 6 2015, 11:38 PM

Frickin chair stealer. She barely fits in it now.
https://flic.kr/p/zR6AA9https://flic.kr/p/zR6AA9 by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Nov 7 2015, 07:29 AM

She's gonna keep you warm this winter as your lap dog lol

If you don't have to work Sun or Mon, we'll be back at CC!

Posted by: swizz Nov 7 2015, 09:10 AM

wooo tempting... thanks for the invite.... tomorrow is a remote possibility. I know where you'll be, what time just in case I can swing it?
I'm not sure how cold the canyon gets but it was -8 here this morning.

Posted by: Crusty Nov 7 2015, 10:18 AM

QUOTE (swizz @ Nov 7 2015, 08:10 AM) *
wooo tempting... thanks for the invite.... tomorrow is a remote possibility. I know where you'll be, what time just in case I can swing it?
I'm not sure how cold the canyon gets but it was -8 here this morning.



Shooting for arriving between 8-830; sun hits the spot around 9. It is 34 there right now. Water temp was 40 last time. Would be great to see y'all!

Posted by: CP Nov 14 2015, 11:55 AM

QUOTE (swizz @ Nov 6 2015, 10:38 PM) *
Frickin chair stealer. She barely fits in it now.
https://flic.kr/p/zR6AA9https://flic.kr/p/zR6AA9 by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr


smiley-laughing021.gif
Too cute! A big ol' pile of fuzz in that chair, Timber is beautiful!! Well you did tell her she could sit there.....when she was a little pup. giggle.gif We get that really pitiful fuzzy puppy look here for the big chair, chin down with her head half turned and just rolls up those big baby eyes like......"what, you said I could sit here remember!" rolleyes.gif biggrin.gif Really hard to make her get out of the chair when she's playin' the cutie cards! tongue.gif

Posted by: swizz Nov 20 2015, 09:29 AM

My lil girl turned 1yr today.
Wanna hear a bizarre coincidence? I did not realize this until after I had adopted Timber.... A very good friend of mine passed away unexpectedly on this very same day last year, the same day which she was born. I was talking to his widow about it the other night. She lives in Minnesota and we stay in touch. She came here this summer to spread half of his ashes in a special spot with me and we did so (with Timber). At that time we had not put two & two togeether, didn't realize the connection. It wasn't until I had texted her a little while ago about Timber's birthday and then it dawned on us.
I have the other half of his ashes here... she left them with me to be spread from a huge cliff that he once jumped on skis back when we were ski instructors here. This can only be accessed in the winter which is why I still have the ashes here. So... Timber, the ashes, and I will be celebrating her birthday here today! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
Weird eh? Just thought I'd share that.
https://flic.kr/p/BhpEpWhttps://flic.kr/p/BhpEpW by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Nov 20 2015, 09:38 AM

great coincidence!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Nov 20 2015, 10:13 AM

Life is pretty special that way. It has a way of winking at you and if your not paying attention it can very easily be missed. smiley-cool14.gif Nice to see your paying attention to "life's little winks" Chris! cheers.gif

Fantastic picture of her, she is gorgeous!! Have a great day and a big hug to both you and Timber! arms.gif
Happy Birthday Timber!!

Posted by: swizz Dec 21 2015, 08:17 AM

Doing her thing....

https://flic.kr/p/BWNatJhttps://flic.kr/p/BWNatJ by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

https://flic.kr/p/CgD4dchttps://flic.kr/p/CgD4dc by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Mrs.CP Dec 21 2015, 08:47 AM

She likes her meals hot eh?! laugh.gif Score one for Timber...... smiley-clapping.gif

Posted by: swizz Dec 21 2015, 08:56 AM

LOL.... hot and fresh, that was her brunch. laugh.gif
I'm taking her flyfishing on the Colorado tomorrow, I bet she catches a few more while I'm flogging the water. wink.gif

Posted by: Crusty Dec 21 2015, 10:07 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Dec 21 2015, 07:56 AM) *
LOL.... hot and fresh, that was her brunch. laugh.gif
I'm taking her flyfishing on the Colorado tomorrow, I bet she catches a few more while I'm flogging the water. wink.gif


have fun & catch some bigg'uns!

Posted by: Mrs.CP Dec 22 2015, 08:06 AM

She is so pretty! That is one fluffy white tail she is sporting. thumbsupsmileyanim.gif
Have a great time and stay warm and dry.......going to be a cold day! char060.gif

Posted by: swizz Dec 22 2015, 08:12 AM

Raincheck on that fishing trip... blizzard conditions up here today. char060.gif

Posted by: Denise Jul 15 2016, 06:36 AM

I would love to see another picture of Timber!! wub.gif char098.gif

Posted by: swizz Jul 17 2016, 05:49 PM

A lil tug of war... her favorite game. smiley-chores016.gif

https://flic.kr/p/K7zHsehttps://flic.kr/p/K7zHse by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Denise Jul 17 2016, 05:56 PM

She is such a cutie!! Would love to squeeze her with big hugs in person someday. wub.gif

Posted by: swizz Aug 7 2016, 07:35 AM

https://flic.kr/p/KtYbxfhttps://flic.kr/p/KtYbxf by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Aug 7 2016, 07:40 AM

Hamming it up! :)

Posted by: Denise Aug 8 2016, 07:07 AM

wub.gif Awwww! She's so sweet!

Posted by: swizz Oct 3 2016, 07:31 PM

Another pic of my lil girl at work today with some fall colors.
https://flic.kr/p/MNTGeqhttps://flic.kr/p/MNTGeq by https://www.flickr.com/photos/121086004@N07/, on Flickr

Posted by: Crusty Oct 4 2016, 08:36 AM

awwww purple_heart.gif

Posted by: Crusty Nov 2 2016, 07:20 AM

https://www.facebook.com/thedodosite/videos/970089736459035/

Don't think Timber would be so calm lol

(I think you should be able to see the video on FB)

Posted by: swizz Nov 2 2016, 07:49 AM

my God.... looks exactly like Timber! LOL Awesome vid.

Posted by: Denise Nov 19 2016, 08:25 AM

smiley-chores016.gif Tomorrow is Timbers birthday, Happy Birthday Timber!! Hard to believe it's been 2 years. smiley-clapping.gif

Here is a picture of Kya, Timbers mom and Shadow Terra's dad. True love!! Kya is expecting a new batch of cuties.


 

Posted by: swizz Nov 19 2016, 11:28 AM

Thanks for that pic Denise, that's the only one I have of her Ma & Pa together, gonna print that one up. happy088.gif
Yup, big 2yrs old tomorrow. I couldn't be happier with the way she's turned out. Great with kids and other dogs, just a real sweetheart all around. wub.gif

Posted by: Crusty Nov 19 2016, 05:54 PM

Awwww! Happy birthday Timber!! purple_heart.gif

Posted by: johnnybravo300 Nov 19 2016, 08:11 PM

Hey Denise, do you know what they want for a pup?

Posted by: Denise Nov 21 2016, 04:32 PM

QUOTE (swizz @ Nov 19 2016, 10:28 AM) *
Thanks for that pic Denise, that's the only one I have of her Ma & Pa together, gonna print that one up. happy088.gif Yup, big 2yrs old tomorrow. I couldn't be happier with the way she's turned out. Great with kids and other dogs, just a real sweetheart all around. wub.gif


Sadly that is not Timber's daddy in the pic sad.gif , it's Terra's daddy. I asked Dotty for one of them both together for you but no reply from her yet. I'm sure she has one in her cute pics compilation. happy112.gif

She usually asks 5 Johnnybravo, you also needs to fill out an application for adoption. They live in Montana now but do travel to find them new homes.




Posted by: johnnybravo300 Nov 21 2016, 10:08 PM

Ok, thanks for the info. We still haven't taken on another dog since I've asked about the pups from last year. Ours are getting so old now and I really want a pup to have some time around the older dogs.
Do they have a website with info?

Posted by: johnnybravo300 Nov 22 2016, 08:58 AM

And how would I go about getting an application?

Posted by: Denise Nov 23 2016, 05:45 PM

Contact info coming at you via messenger! smile.gif

Posted by: Denise Nov 28 2016, 02:09 PM

Here is a sweet one of Tahoma and Kya, Timbers parents! One can see where she gets her good looks from...both! wub.gif


Posted by: swizz Nov 28 2016, 02:12 PM

Thank you Denise! I just got your email with the 9 pics too, thank you so much! happy.gif

Posted by: johnnybravo300 Nov 29 2016, 10:08 AM

Thanks again Denise. I've emailed Dotty for info.

Posted by: johnnybravo300 Dec 2 2016, 01:32 PM

We've been browsing dogs on craigslist and there's some crazy people out there! Whew!
Lots of people rehoming huskies with no yards and small apartments and tons of puppy mills! Wtf is wrong with people?

Posted by: Denise Dec 19 2016, 10:56 AM

That is one reason we got ours from Dotty! They are not that way at all and take great care in the dogs and puppies they have. I can say that I am VERY HAPPY with Terra! wub.gif Hopefully you decide to get one from them. happy112.gif

Posted by: swizz Nov 21 2017, 08:20 AM

Hard to believe... Timber's birthday yesterday - 3yrs old! We prospected CC for the day. smiley-chores016.gif

Posted by: Crusty Nov 21 2017, 09:18 AM

Happy birthday Timber!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif

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