We found Juno on the petfinder website and he was a few hours away. The moment we saw this "husky"/shepherd mix's picture, we knew he was the one. He looked like a cute little husky puppy with big floppy ears. When we got there we met a really sick puppy; he was constantly coughing (kennel cough). He'd had visitors before us and they passed him up. I could not leave him forever like they did, he was going to come home with us. We would get him well!! They required that he be neutered and I was terrified of them doing that since he was so sick, but he pulled though. After they had that taken care of we made the trip up there again to complete the adoption process and he was officially part of the family.
In our home Juno became Loki, and then Lo, and Man and sometimes Lowman. As a result of the kennel cough his poor little body was tired and he developed severe demodectic mange. It took 3 vets and a significant amount of money and time, but we got him well again!!
Loki became a big fluffy pup that I think is more Alaskan Malamute than Siberian Husky, his big floppy ears finally learned to stand, I knew for sure he'd be one up and one down and I would have loved him either way! Loki is the gentlest soul you'll ever meet. He gives the softest kisses and is the best good boy! He wants all the attention he can have and is an excellent bathroom guardian. Well he actually guards any door we walk out of until we come back in. The people who looked past Loki in his time of need missed out on a really incredible friend. I am so thankful they did so I could be his Mom.
Today I found out that Loki has cancer in his liver, he is 13.5 years old. I don't know what will come of that as far as treatment, but you can bet that I will keep doing whatever is reasonable necessary for him. I love my Lowman!
GORDON, GA
