Sugardog: thank you for not castigating me! I know many people have issues with the crossing of wolves with dogs. I personally think it is a good thing, because with the wolf genes comes intelligence, good hips (wolves do not suffer from HD), independence of spirit, hopefully lack of inbreeding and last but not least the most beautiful looks.
All my life I have had "pedigrees with health problems". I had a bloodhound with epilepsy and numerous labradors with health problems ranging from eye to bad hips and elbows. When I first learned about this wonderful lady (now sadly deceased) who had imported pure and high percentage wolves from the States and was crossing them with huskies and malamutes, I knew I was going to find the love of my life. And I did. And he wasn't my husband ... sorry Mike, but he would probably say the same of me !
And now you are quite right, we must stop hijacking this thread about the Dog Whisperer! Thank you for your lovely comments and a very happy new year to you. xx
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