Tails from Vienna

Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue eBay Auction Has- Begun!!

Mommy is busy again working on Tails of the Tundra's eBay auction. There's a lot of cool items available and, fortunately, I didn't have to "model" anything this time!!!!!

Check it out at http://cgi3.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=tu ndratails.

Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue eBay Auction- Begins Soon!!

The eBay auction begins on the day after Thanksgiving (Friday, November 27th) and we are currently accepting donations that are in good condition and would sell on eBay.

Please e-mail tottebay@gmail.com if you have any items you'd like to donate.

Thanks!!

Tails on the Trails 2009 - A Smashing Success!!

Mommy wanted me to thank everyone who came out to the event on Saturday or helped in some other way. We had great weather and a great turnout! Mommy said she was very proud of me because I got along with and played with a lot of different dogs. I did have a lot of fun and I can't wait until next year!!

Tomorrow is the Day!!

I can't believe the Tails on the Trails event is tomorrow! Before we know it Mommy and me will be on the sofa resting after a long, fun day!

If you're in the Warminster area (suburb of Philly), come on out and have some fun with us. All breeds are welcome. Dogless people are welcome too! Check out our website at www.huskytailsonthetrails.com.

Hope to see you there!!


Vienna

13 Days Til Tails on the Trails!

Wow, how time flies!! Mommy and Auntie Paige have been busy working on the upcoming Tails on the Trails. We're gonna have a great time. There's lots of giveaways and plenty of fun to be had by all.

There's still time to register, although, you can come without registering. Visit www.huskytailsonthetrails.com for all the info!!!

Hope to see you there!!!

52 Days and Counting...

The 7th Annual Tails on the Trails is on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Warminster Community Park in Warminster, PA.

I'm REALLY EXCITED!!!!! I already made Mommy register.

Check out the website at www.huskytailsonthetrails.com. Hope to see a lot of dogsters!!!!

Wow, How Time Flies in the Life of a Dog!!

It's been a while since Mommy has let me on the computer, and I've had a busy few weeks!

First, today is my 3rd birthday!! Last night, I had a special dinner and my weekly doggie ice cream. Then I got 2 presents from Pop and Grandmom. Today, Mommy took me to my favorite store, Pabby's Pet Pantry, and I got several treats from the staff and Mommy bought me some more special treats (plus I got a free one for it being my b-day)!!!

Friday night Mommy took me to the vet because I had a bump under my eye. I was really good and let the vet pet me and touch my eye. She said she thought it was a cyst and to put warm compresses on my eye and hopefully it would go down. Mommy has done this and it already is getting better.

A few weeks ago, I got to play with some new friends. Mommy took me to Mommy Jodi's and I got to play with Angel, Princess, Kya, and new foster, Eli. He's pretty big, and I was a little afraid of him, but we did ok. We all really preferred to lay around and get some sun.

The next day, Mommy took me to a place called a dog park. It's a big fenced-in area and there were some other dogs there. I was a little nervous, but had a good time. After a while, there got to be too many other dogs, and Mommy wanted to leave. That was fine with me, but before we could leave, a Great Dane got mad at me and started chasing me. I was really scared, and since the Great Dane is so big he couldn't keep up with me. But, all the other dogs started to chase me too because they thought it was a game. I wasn't having fun anymore and was really happy when Mommy got to the gate and we were able to leave. She said we'd go back another day, but I hope there's not as many dogs there. I'm not used to all them.

I found another friend to play with, but turned out it wasn't a good idea and I got sprayed with some smelly stuff. Grandmom kept asking me when I was going to learn my lesson, but I don't know what she's talking about. It's not like I try to play with skunks a lot...this is only the 2nd time. But, I have trouble remembering what creatures I'm supposed to stay away with, especially when it's dark! Hey, I am a dog, and don't stop to think what I'm barking at when there's something in my yard. Mommy said it's a good thing groundhogs don't spray smelly stuff too since I had one of them cornered in the yard not long after the skunk incident.

There were also some other "friends" in the yard a few weeks ago, but Mommy doesn't know what they were. She called them baby somethings. There were 2 of them, but I only got one. It was really cool, I threw it up in the air and it kept squeaking even after I let go! Mommy and Grandpop took it away though. They're no fun!

Well, Mommy says she has to do some work, so I think I'll go take a nap. It is my birthday, and I'm pretty tired after talking about my adventures!!!

Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue eBay Auction Has- Begun!!

TOTTSHR's Spring eBay auction has begun!!! There's lots of items up for bid, and Mommy only tortured me once or twice for pictures. I hope Nika, Rudi, Pandora, and Fugas weren't tortured too much!

Some of the items include:

* Baseball caps
* Mouse pad
* Artwork
* Reusable shopping bags
* Dashboard mats
* Stuffie and photo autographed by Iditarod mushers Blake and Jennifer Freking

...and much more!!!!!

Visit http://cgi3.ebay.com:80/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid =tundratails to see all the great items available. All proceeds go to help current and future dogs in foster care, like Damona, Miyaca, and Nikolai. You can see all our available dogs at http://www.siberescue.com/Available/dogindex.html.

Thanks for your support!!!!

WE GOT SNOW!!!!!!

It snowed Sunday night into Monday, and Mommy came home early from work on Monday so we could play. We only got 6 inches, but I had so much fun! First, I ran around the yard, and then Mommy threw snowballs to me. Then, we went for a walk, and I got to play with my little buddy Rocket. When we got back home, Mommy threw more snowballs for me to chase.
I hope the snow stays around for a bit because I LOVE playing in the snow and chasing snow balls!!!

Mark Your Calendars - Tails on the Trails 2009

Mommy just confirmed the date, and the 7th annual Tails on the Trails event is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Warminster Community Park in Warminster, PA.

Tails on the Trails is a fundraising hike and picnic to raise funds for the dogs rescued by Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue. This will be my third event, and I just can't wait!

Keep an eye out on the rescue's website (www.siberescue.com) or at www.huskytailsonthetrails.com for more information. In the meantime, you can check out pictures from previous years' events.

Hope to see you there!!

Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue eBay Auction Has- Begun!!

Mommy Jodi brought Kya over last weekend to torture us by taking pictures for the eBay auction. Nika's hu-mom was also at it again with her pups as well as foster Q! Boy, what we do for rescue:)

Check it out...there's lots of cool items available and all proceeds go to help dogs like me and all the other dogs rescued by TOTTSHR!

Some of the items include:
* Original TOTT Items
* Siberian Husky Pencil Sharpener
* Wolf Print
* Siberian Puppy Print
* Husky/Eskimo Figurine
* Adorable Husky Squeaky Dog Toy
* Beautiful Dreamcatchers
* Stuffies
* And lots of other great stuff!!!!

Visit http://cgi3.ebay.com:80/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid =tundratails to start bidding! And…check back often as new items will be added throughout the weekend!!

Have something to donate to the auction? Please e-mail tottebay@gmail.com.

Four Score and Seven Years Ago...

I hear some guy named Abraham Lincoln made a speech many years ago in a place called Gettysburg. Mommy just took me there for the Siberian Husky Club of America's National Specialty. I got to see a lot of dogs...many of whom wanted to sniff my butt...HOW RUDE!

Anyway, I got to participate in the rescue parade, and got to meet a bunch of other dogs, who were okay about not sniffing my butt...I stayed in a cool hotel room with Nika and her hu-mom Paige (my new BFF...she fed me Cornish Game Hen and something called lunch meat!). I met some really cool people from TOTTWest (Polly & Bill, Babeth, and Scott & Ruth) and their doggies: Nanook, Nikolai, Rookie, Keema, and Kira.

We only spent a few days in Gettysburg, and I was glad to get home. I don't like being away from Grandmom and Pop too long. They may get used to me not being around:)

PHILLIES WIN!!!!!!!

Mommy is VERY HAPPY tonight. Her Phillies won the World Series, whatever that is. All I know is, there's a lot of celebrating going on, and all I want to do is go to bed. I'm tired from my trip to Gettysburg. I'll write about that tomorrow. In the meantime, I'm making my Mommy go to bed.

WAY TO GO, PHILLIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !

Tails on the Trails 2008 - A Huge Success!

Now that the Tails of the Tundra Hike is over, I can get on the computer. Boy, my Mommy spent hours on the computer the past few weeks planning the day with Nika's hu-mom. I was feeling a little left out, but Mommy made up for it on Saturday.

I had a GREAT time!!!! I was a little sad at first, because Mommy left me behind, but Pop and Grandmom took me over a few hours later. I couldn't believe how many dogs and people were there! I met my cousins Rocco and Lacey. Rocco was adopted from TOTT a little over a year ago and I had never met either of them before. I also met some of my neighbors, saw some old friends (Nika, Isis, Leika, and Kya) and made a few new friends (other TOTT alums Skyler, Takoda, Sheba and so many more I can't even remember their names!). I had a great time playing with Takoda...a husky mix like me and we got along great...we played and played and played and played!!! We could have played longer, but Mommy didn't want me to get too tired. Oh, and Mommy Jodi, Naji and AJ were also there!! My Mommy also let me get into the Dogster picture this year. She didn't trust me last year to be around all those dogs, but this year she figured I'd be okay. And I was...we sat in the front row, and I got to see a Pug up close and roll over and over and over in the big area!

The only part of the day I didn't like was when my Mommy took me down to the Sled Dog Club and some guy tried to put something called a harness on me. I didn't like that at all and let him and my Mommy know. My friend Isis didn't mind though, and she ran along with some other dogs pulling a guy on some sort of wheeled contraption. Sure didn't look like fun to me, but they seemed to be having a good time. Oh well, whatever.

My Pop took me home after that and Mommy came home a few hours later. She was REALLY tired, so I let her rest and didn't bother her too much.

All I know is...I can't wait until next year so I can see my new friends and meet some more!

I Had a Play Date!!

Auntie Heather came over last night and brought her puppy, Ecklo. We had such a great time! He's really a cool dog. We played for over an hour, and would have kept playing if Mommy and Auntie Heather didn't make us take a break. After a break, we played some more.

Mommy is going to post some pictures and a video on my page.

I can't wait until I get to play with Ecky again!!!

Tails on the Trails 2008

It's almost that time of year again...Tails on the Trails is just around the corner. We hope you can join us at Warminster Community Park on September 20, 2008. Tails on the Trails 2008 is Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue's 6th annual fundraising event, and we have a lot of exciting events planned. Our friends from the PA Sled Dog Club will join us again. We will also have dog scootering, doggie games, vendors, and, new this year, members of the Kruisin' Kanines Agility Club who will be on hand to conduct some demos.

There is no fee to attend. However, if you wish to be eligible for prizes and pledge incentives, we ask that you register at http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2008/hikeregonli neform.html. The registration fee helps us offset some of our expenses of the day.

If you plan to join us, and have adopted a dog from our rescue, please participate in our "Alumni Revue." This is one of our favorite activities of the day as we love to see our alumni and hear how well they're doing. Complete the form at http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2008/events-alum nirevue.html and be ready to strut your stuff with your pup. Each dog participating in the revue receives a gift.

If you want to attend, but don't live in the area, there are several dog-friendly hotels. Check our website for more information: http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2008/hikestay.ht ml.

Whether you live near or far, if you can't make it to the hike, you can register as a remote hiker and we'll send you a goodie bag, and any pledge incentives you're eligible for. Register as a remote hiker at: http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2008/hikeregonli neform.html.

I registered once again this year in memory of my sister, Lou Lou. You can make a pledge to me by visiting: http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2008/pledgepaypa l.html.

Thanks, and we hope to see some of you at the hike!!

It's My Birthday!!!

Mommy told me today's my birthday. I don't know what that means, but I got some new toys, and Mommy just took me to my FAVORITE store, Pabby's Pet Pantry, and I got some cool treats!!!!! Mommy says she has a special treat for me for dinner, and Pop says he has a special treat for me tonight too!!!

Well, I'm off to eat my dinner. Can't wait to see what my surprises are!

Yea, we’re playing tag again!!!!

I've been tagged by Sasha

You have to answer 4 questions in your diary and tag 4 friends.

Name 4 jobs that you have:
1. Digging holes in the yard
2. Washing my Mommy’s hands after she puts lotion on them
3. Keeping watch over the park from the deck
4. Making sure no critters are in the backyard!

Name 4 places where you have lived (or stayed at):
1. I live now with my Mommy and Grandparents
2. I lived at Mommy Jodi’s after she picked up me and my sister Lou at the shelter
3. I stayed overnight in a hotel in Maryland TWICE with my Mommy, Auntie Paige and Nika!!
4. I stayed overnight in a cabin near HersheyPark with Auntie Heather, Auntie Paige, Nika and some friends from the PA Sled Dog Club.

Name 4 places that you have been:
1. I visited Auntie Paige and Uncle Scott where I saw Nika again and met Rudi and Fugas.
2. PetSmart
3. Pabby’s Pet Pantry for training and Mommy takes me when she needs to buy food and treats.
4. Warminster Community Park for Tails of the Tundra’s 5th annual Tails on the Trails fundraising hike and picnic.

Name 4 places you'd rather be:
1. Outside! I love to be outside!
2. Mommy Jodi’s playing with Kya, Angel and Princess
3. Bed…I also love to sleep
4. Chillin’ with my Mommy on the sofa

Pals I tagged ~
Nika
Diamond Rio
Casanova
Jambalaya

It's Been A Year!!!!

Wow, how time flies!!! I've been in my forever home for almost one year. It was March 31, 2007 that Mommy Jodi packed me up in her SUV and brought me to my new home. My Mommy and I have had a great time over the past year and she says she doesn't know what she would do without me:) Of course, I don't know what I would do without her either. She feeds me, gives me treats, takes me for walks, takes me for rides in the car, buys me toys, lets me cuddle with her on the sofa and lets me sleep in bed with her. And...who can forget one of the best inventions ever...GRANDPARENTS!!!!!!!!! They spoil me even more than Mommy does! I hope every dog has grandparents.

Even more exciting is that I met a new friend yesterday! Mommy took me to Pabby's and I met another doggie named Isis. She was adopted from Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue too and Mommy has been friends with her Mommy & Daddy for years. I was a little witchie at first, but I soon realized Isis meant me no harm. We then went back home and, guess what?? Isis came too!!! We got to run around in the yard and play. I was soooo tired when she left that I slept for hours. I hope I get to play with her again soon.

Well, Mommy says I have to go eat my breakfast now. I wonder what else we get to do today?

Yea, it snowed!!!!!

This past Friday, we had our first real snow storm of the winter. I was so excited because my Mommy stayed home from work to play with me in the snow!!! She took some pictures and some videos. We played for hours, and also helped Pop shovel.

I hope it snows some more before the winter ends!

My First Christmas with My Family

Woo Woo, all. Vienna here. What a great day!!! Pop and Grandmom came down and I got to open up some presents and had squeaky toys and treats in a stocking!!! My Mommy took pictures...be sure to check them out. I wasn't too thrilled when she put that stringy bow on me...I'm not a present!!! Plus, the other day I got a present from a friend of my Mommy's. I never met her, but think she's pretty nice.

Well, we just came back from a walk, and now I gotta rest up so I can play some more with my toys.

Hope all you dogsters had a great day too!!

Merry Christmas!!

Vienna and her Mommy

My First Visit With Santa Clause

My Mommy and Grandmom took me to PetSmart on Saturday to buy good stuff. Although, I didn't get any of it because they said it was for something they called Christmas and I'd have to wait. I hope it's not too far away.

Anyway, there was a big guy in a red suit there and Mommy said I should have my picture taken with him. I was OK with that, but someone touched me from behind (Mommy warned them!) and I sort of freaked out. We ended up getting a picture eventually, but it's more of Santa than me. I also sort of hurt my Mom too. I was snapping and grabbed her hand. She has a few bruises but isn't mad at me, so I guess she's OK.

Maybe I'll be better at this next year!

TOTTSHR Happenings

It's a busy time of year for my Mommy and her fellow volunteers at Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue.

Annual Holiday eBay Auction
Started today and runs through next Saturday. Lots of great items up for bid and Auntie Paige and Mommy are still adding items. Make sure you check it out: http://cgi3.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=tu ndratails

Sled Dogs at Hershey Park
Members of the PA Sled Dog Club (PSDC) and Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue are returning to Hershey Park Christmas Candy Lane for a unique event the whole family is sure to enjoy! Each show will include a history of sled dog racing, explanation of the equipment, and a mini sled dog racing demonstration, followed by a Q&A session. Show times are 12:30, 2:00, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. on November 17, December 1, and December 15. For more information, visit http://www.hersheypa.com/events/christmas/candylane/index.ph p.

2008 TOTTSHR Calendar
Reserve your copy today!! Our 32-page full color calendar features a variety of husky faces, inspirational quotes, lots of holidays, important pet-lover holidays, and 2009 & 2010 years at a glance. Visit http://www.siberescue.com/HowHelp/Calendar2008.html to preview the calendar and place your order. (I'm on the August page this year).

PA Sled Dog Club - Fair Hill Challenge 2007
Join us in Fair Hill, MD on December 8 and 9 for the 2nd annual Fair Hill Challenge race. Visit www.xtremeweather.net/fairhillchallenge2007.htm for more information.

That's it for now...


Vienna

Playing Tag Again!!!

I’ve been tagged again by Sklyer. Here’s how to play…each player needs to tell 7 random facts about themselves. Tagged dogs must post the rules in their diary and their 7 facts. Then choose 7 pups to tag and list their names. Let them know by pawmail or rosette that they have been tagged and to read your diary for the instructions on how to play.

1. I LOVE to be outside, even when it’s really hot (It drives my Mommy crazy!!!).
2. I celebrated my rescue day on October 6th.
3. I LOVE treats!!!
4. I graduated from obedience school on October 29th!!!!!
5. I like to dig in the yard, which drives my Grandmom crazy!!!
6. My boyfriend’s name is Roan…he’s being fostered by Mommy Jodi.
7. I LOVE to go for walks.

I am tagging my pals:
1. Zeus
2. Chaos
3. Benji
4. Bryan
5. Haley
6. Dakota
7. August

I'm a Graduate!!!

Eight weeks ago, my Mommy took me to a scary place called Pabby's Pet Pantry. There were some people there, and we spent about an hour with some lady. Turns out, she's a trainer and Mommy was trying to get me to behave...do you believe that?????

Turns out...I was able to make it through the 8 weeks without being too obedient. But...my Mommy is happy because I'm doing so much better with people AND even some dogs!!!! I met a cute little puppy last week and we played a bit.

Anyway, as you can see, after I graduated...they put these funny clothes on me and took pictures. How embarrassing!!!!! Hope I don't have to do that again!

We're Playing Tag Again!!!

Each player needs to tell 7 random facts about themselves. Tagged dogs must post the rules in their diary and their 7 facts. Then choose 7 pups to tag and list their names. Let them know by pawmail or rosette that they have been tagged and to read your diary for the instructions on how to play.

1. I LOVE to be outside, even when it’s really hot (It drives my Mommy crazy!!!).

2. I celebrated my rescue day on October 6th.

3. I LOVE treats!!!

4. I’m half way through training class, and have trained my Mommy and the trainer very well:)

5. I like to dig in the yard, which drives my Grandmom crazy!!!

6. My boyfriend’s name is Roan…he’s being fostered by Mommy Jodi.

7. I love to go for walks.

I am tagging my husky pals:
1. Fugas
2. Jamie
3. Butters
4. Buddy
5. Lokai
6. Skyler
7. Princess

Rescue Day

This is a few days late, but we wanted to share with everyone that a little over a year ago, Vienna and her sister Lou Lou were rescued from the shelter by Marianna and Jodi of Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue. Here's the story as told by their foster Mommy Jodi to her fellow TOTT volunteers:


"October 6th was the day that my sweet little U & V puppies came into rescue one year ago. V girl has now become Lee's bratty little Vienna and U girl has passed to the bridge way too early because she could not fight her disease that she was diagnosed with while she was here. We knew she was sick when we took her, and tried everything we could to help her; my heart still breaks for her eveyday. Naji asked me last week to take her to pick a pumpkin and it made me tear up cause all I could think of was Paige and I taking the girls to the pumpkin patch and taking all those pictures of them (our October calendar picture) and me dressing them in pumpkin costumes for Halloween:( Uilleann aka Little Lou is gone but will NEVER be forgotten and I miss her alot. I am making an effort to go visit my Vienna this week and hug her...it is as close as I can get to her sister besides her memories:)"


I will always be thankful to my fellow volunteers at TOTTSHR for bringing Vienna into my life, as well as doing everything possible to help little Lou. She was a special little puppy and I will remember her always.

Lee and Vienna

The Day After

Wow! What a great day yesterday at Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue's 5th annual Tails on the Trails event. It rained a bit in the morning and was windy all day, but we had a great turnout and made a lot of money so they can continue to help dogs like me.

Mommy said I did great yesterday and she was very proud of me. I was a bit nervous with all those dogs and people around, but I did my best. I was glad to see my TOTT foster Mommy Jodi and her daughter Naji. Mommy Jodi also brought my buddy Kya with her and Auntie Paige brought Nika, so I had some friends to play with. My Grandmom also came over for a bit, and my Pop spent a good part of the day with me.

I was so excited to walk around the main arena with my Pop during the Alumni Review. I can't believe how many other doggies were there that TOTT also helped find new homes. My Pop took me home afterwards because Mommy said I was tired and she needed to help clean up after the event.


While I had a great time, and it was for a good cause, I'm glad it's over so my Mommy and I can spend more time together. She spent a lot of time working on the event and we didn't get to spend a lot of time together. I really think she needs to quit work so she has more time, but she says she needs to work to feed me and make sure I stay healthy. We did cuddle together last night when she got home, took a nap together this afternoon, and spent some time playing in the yard.

Oh, well. Mommy says it's time to eat now, so I gotta go. But before I do, I want to thank all the Dogsters who came to the hike. I didn't see many of you, but my Mommy did and she loved meeting you all. And a big thank you to Dogster for their support!

Wuv,
Vienna

Only One More Day Left!!!

Just one day left until Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue's 5th annual Tails on the Trails fundraising hike and picnic. I am soooooo excited! This is my first hike and I can't wait to meet all the other dogsters. My Mommy and other volunteers have been working hard to make sure everyone has a great time and we raise a lot of money to help dogs, just like they helped me and my sister Lou Lou.

I have to go rest up now, and Mommy still has a lot of work to do today. See ya all tomorrow!!

Luv,
Vienna

Tails on the Trails Update

My Mommy finally took a break so I figure I'd post an entry to my diary. Boy, she's really been working hard on this Tails of the Trails hike thing. It's a real special event for Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue. For more information, you can visit the website at http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2007/index.html.

I hear there's an awful lot to do...vendors, mushing demos, doggie games, a scavenger hunt, silent auction, and much more!! This is my first hike and I can't wait until September 15th!!! Mommy said there's a lot of dogster folks coming and I can't wait to meet them all!!

Wuv,
Vienna

We're Playing Tag Again!!!

I love to play!!!! My buddy Rudi tagged me. Here are the rules of the game.

First, make a diary entry that lists 5 PAWSome facts about WOOSelf.
Then, choose 5 pals to tag and list them in your diary entry. Be sure to include the rules of the game. Send your pals a pawmail or rosette telling them they have been tagged to play the game.

Vienna’s 5 facts: I…
1…was rescued from a shelter, with my sister Uilleann, by Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue
2…was adopted by a human that volunteers with the rescue.
3…love cuddling in bed in the morning with my Mommy.
4…had my first grooming appointment last month, and met some cool new people.
5…just celebrated my first birthday 3 weeks ago.

My 5 friends…
1. Kya…Even though she doesn’t like to play with me a lot…she’s still my friend.
2. Fugas…Mommy says he’s a big, lovable dork.
3. Lokai…I don’t know why Mommy calls him Poods, but she thinks he’s pretty cool
4. Buddy…he seems like a real cool dog. I hope I get to meet him at Tails on the Trails in September!
5. Feo Butters Stroud...Mommy says he’s such a sweet old man and he just found his forever home!!!

Tails on the Trails 2007

My Mommy has been very busy working on something called Tails on the Trails...she says it's a real special event. It's the 5th annual fundraising hike and picnic for Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue (TOTTSHR) and will be held at Warminster Community Park in Warminster, PA. You can visit TOTTSHR's website at http://www.siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2007/index.html


Mommy says this is a huge event and raises a lot of money to help dogs like me and my sister Lou Lou. In fact, Mommy registered me for the hike in memory of Lou. So, if you can't join us on September 15, and don't want to be a remote hiker, please consider making a pledge for me!! You can do this at: http://siberescue.com/Common/TailsTrails2007/pledgepaypal.ht ml#Vienna.

Thank woo!!!!!

Somebody Wuv's Me!!!

Thank WOO's to Butters!!! He wuvs me!

So... Here is how it works. You Pick 3 dogsters you think are really pawriffic and paw a little about why! The let them know how much they are loved with a rosette or a p-mail or if they are REALLY special REACH for the Stars!

Okay... here woo's goes...

#1. I WUV Kya! She belongs to my foster Mommy and I love to play with her…even though she doesn’t always love to play with me.

#2. And…Rudi…because he didn’t kill me when I was a little rat and tried to start a fight. My Mommy says he’s real special and I hope to get to meet him again soon!

#3. And also…Buddy! He belongs to a TOTTSHR volunteer and I can’t wait to meet him at the rescue’s hike in September!

Lady Branwen Tagged Me - Let's Play!!!

The Rules: Each player starts with seven random facts about themselves. Dogs who are tagged need to post in their diary “The Rules” and their “7 Pawsome Facts.” Then choose 7 dogs to tag and list their names. Don’t forget to bark them a pawmail that they’ve been tagged and to read your Diary or send them a fun Rosette announcing they’ve been tagged!

Seven Pawsitively Pawsome Facts about Vienna: 1. I get so excited when my Mommy comes home from being away all day. 2. I love playing with tennis balls and rope toys. 3. My Mommy needs to find me really indestructible toys because I love to chew and eat my toys. 4. I love spending time in my big backyard. 5. I love food!!

Pups I’m tagging: 1. Kya 2. Deisel 3. Charlie Bear 4. Lokai 5. Buddy 6. Amici 7. Shelcy

My Fun Weekend

Wow, what a great weekend. My Mommy came home early on Friday and brought a friend with her. She was real nice...she gave me real good treats. After she stayed awhile, my Mommy took her home and let me ride in the car with them. I then got to meet two boys who were pretty nice too.

On Saturday, Mommy went out for a bit to buy me food, but spent the rest of the day with me...Sunday too. On Saturday, I almost had an extra treat. Two flying things (my Mom calls them birds) were playing and one fell into the fence. I almost had him, but he got away. On Sunday morning, I thought I saw something moving in the ivy and I was so excited because it was a little flying thing. My Mommy was yelling at me, but I didn't care. I had my mouth on him, but he went through the fence...that darn fence again!! I kept waiting for him to come back, but he didn't. Oh well. There's always another day.

Today, Mommy stayed home and kept saying we had visitors coming, but she wouldn't tell me who. At one point, she took me to the door and let me outside...there was another dog in my yard!! At first I was a little scared, but then I realized it was Princess!! And....Mommy Jodi and Naji!!!!! They came to visit and play with me!!! We had a great time running around the yard, playing ball, and eating pizza. Well, they ate pizza; I only had a few pieces of crust.

I'm very tired now, and I'm going to go nap so I can play some more with Mommy later. I hope I have more fun weekends like this!

In Memory of Lou

Vienna's sister Uilleann (Lou Lou) was brought into Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue at the same time as Vienna. The shelter vet diagnosed her with juvenile cellulitis, but after several setbacks, she was taken to a dermatology specialist and was diagnosed with Dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disease.

Sweet little Lou crossed over the bridge last night in her sleep. In her 8 months in rescue, she received all the love and care we could provide, visiting numerous specialists in an effort to manage her disease.

You can read more about Dermatomyositis by visiting Tails of the Tundra's website at http://www.siberescue.com/Available/Uilleann.html.

We've added a picture of little Lou to our page. She may look a little scary, but we thought she was adorable and loved her very much.

Godspeed little Lou. You touched many hearts and will be missed.

Aunt Lee and your sister Vienna

Settling In

My first week with my new Mommy flew by. She didn't go to work and we spent A LOT of time together! My Grandmom and Pop gave me some toys and visited me every day. I also got to meet my Mommy's brother and sister and their families and had visits from some of my Mommy's friends. They all brought me toys that I can play with.

Yesterday, my Mommy had to go back to work. Some loud noisy thing she called an alarm woke us up and I was not happy:( I was lonely and so happy when she came home. I wish she didn't have to go to work, but she says she won't be able to feed me and care for me if she doesn't work.

Mommy and I went to meet the vet tonight. It was scary, but my Mommy was there to comfort me. Everyone there was nice and gave me treats, but I hope I don't have to go back there too soon.

Well, back to my toys! There's so many for me to play with!!

Another Long Day

My foster Mommy packed me in the car today along with some of my favorite stuff and took me to my new home. When we got there, I got to run around in the yard and had a lot of fun. Then we went inside and I got to explore some more. We then went back to that scary place called PetSmart where my new Mommy bought me a crate and some more treats. I just love treats!!

My foster Mommy said goodbye and she and Naji left. My Mommy and I went for a little walk and we met some nice people who live next door. After that, it took me a while to settle down and I was REALLY unhappy at being left in the crate while my new Mommy went away for a bit. She did leave me with dinner, but it didn't take me long to inhale that. I sang some songs to pass the time until she came back and let me out.

It's been a long day, and I need to take another nap:) Check back later for more as I settle into my new home.

A Long Day

Today, my foster Mom took me for a long ride and I met some kids and dogs. The kids scared me a bit, and I really didn't like the other dogs too much. I then got in my new Mommy's car with some other people and went to a friend's house. There I met this big fluffy monster who tried to play with me, but since I was scared, I acted like I was really tough. I even managed to get a hunk of hair, but then it really got scary so I hid behind my Mommy. She told me if I was gonna be a witch, I was gonna have to learn to back it up. I don't know what she meant by that, but she said we'd go back to visit the big fluffy monster again, so I guess I better learn.

Then we went to a big scary store. I couldn't believe Mommy and Auntie Heather wanted to take me in there! I didn't want to go, but they put me in the cart and made me. It wasn't too bad, I did get a toy and some treats out of it.

We then went to my future home and I spent time exploring the back yard. Grandmom and Grandpop came home and I was excited to see them. Grandmom even let me spend time in the kitchen while Mommy and Grandpop had dinner. I tried to help but, for some reason, Grandmom didn't like me standing up with my paws on the countertop. I just don't understand humans at times.

Mommy and I went for a walk and tired me out. I had fun, but soon it was time to go back to my foster Mommy. I did take my new toy with me so I can have it until I go back home for good. That's next weekend. It's gonna be a bit scary because my foster Mommy has taken real good care of me and I'm really comfortable at her house.

Check back next week for my diary entry regarding moving day!