Lupa is so thrilled when we have snow !❄️ She literally lives to play in the fluffy white splendor. She perks up to a whole new level just because it snowed - like a giddy child. Lupa play bows and slaps at the snow - tunnels through as she army crawls into the wet white blanket. She rolls on her back and makes snow angels. It is her winter wonderful playground! It has been almost five years since Lupa’s arrival and she has experienced so many white Winters full of snowy playtimes. We are so grateful that she found her way to us and as she enjoys her elder years now - we hope for many more Winter Wonderland days for her to thrive in. We ❤️ you Lupa!
Handsome Wallace was rescued from extreme neglect and abuse and then - due to the issues of mistrust and insecurity that develop in such a situation - he was struggling to find his happy place in rescue. Wallace had been hurt enough to have decided that he now needed to fight to stay alive. The outside world and the human race that wronged him were not to be trusted and so, with these incorrect instincts and potential liabilities, Wallace needed safety for a better future. It has been over three years since we welcomed Wally into our lives to find a lasting peace and security, which he has found by enjoying all the best primal freedoms that were abused and taken from him in his past. We only see Wallace’s best potentials as we make sure that he never feels discarded or trapped again. With a stable routine he can predict in an environment that makes him feel secure with the freedoms of the country farm and Wally is a new dog. His newfound confidence and the trust he shows us is such a blessing. We are so grateful to have been able to save our big goofy Walrus and make sure he feels free again. ❤️
Mighty ❤️ Phire
Mighty Nighty and Sapphire at first greeting. Mighty has been with us for three months and Sapphire for only two weeks but today was the perfect day for them to meet - here together at Pack Ethjc - their refuge away from the world. Both acted like they were old friends - ignoring and staying in their primal doggy brains - smelling and relieving themselves but Mighty can’t contain his excitement and literally bounces in glee. Playing hard to get - Sapphire zooms away - ‘catch me if you can’ - but her wide eyed smile reveals her giddy reaction as well. In an instant - you know you have an easy match …to start a Mighty Phire
Nightingale was born into rescue and found a loving home, but these little miracles are still not always enough and behavioral issues arose and soon a bite history was accumulated. Nighty almost lost his shot at a full life on more than one occasion. Unable to get past the aggressive behavior barriers that he had up between himself and the people trying to help him, Nighty only had one more chance for survival. Luckily, Nightingale found a whole new scenario here at Pack Ethic - in a place and with people that could allow him the space and freedoms he needed to be…have. Sometimes the human has to meet the challenge head on and let the dog know that his outbursts are unnecessary and his place is a peaceful follower not a misappropriated tyrannical leader. It is amazing that a little spitz like dog weighing no more than 35 lbs can require the most particular handling in order to avoid getting bit. Dogs receive such erroneous information in their rearing- leading to such inappropriate reactions to any new stimuli. It has been almost three months with us now and this little Nighty has turned into one Mighty Dog! Nighty to Mighty in no time- he can be the reckless little mutt he wants and have wide open green spaces, canine friends and the safety and stability he needs to feel understood and comfortable. Amongst all the histories of failure and instability that these rescue dogs bring with them, we always aim to unpack enough baggage to offer them moments like this.
Good Boy Mighty! ❤️
Let it Snow ❄️Let it Snow❄️
Micco the Husky has been with us for almost seven years now and he has made his place in the Pack, in our home and in our hearts. Getting older now, he is slowing down some from the mischievous never ending boundless bundle of energy and curiosity to a calmer lazier version of his younger self. As he ages into his older dog years we can really see the glow and shine of the years we’ve invested in him paying off with his daily easy going happiness. Balance is a beautiful thing. 🙏🏻We couldn’t be more in love with this gorgeous husky boy! ❤️
Social Greetings ❤️ in the Snow ❄️
Nobody loves the Snow more than Lupa ❄️❤️
What a wonderful dog is Wade Watts. ❤️This older boy was wandering as a stray and ended up in the shelter. This skinny sad guy obviously experienced hard days and he struggled to let go of his mistrust for people and handling. Even though he was able to warm up to people who could see past his insecurities and refused to see a threat, Wade (then Waffles) soon failed in aspects of guarding resources - an understandable tick when you live so long with next to nothing. His only chance for a secure future was in rescue. We are so grateful that he landed here with us. It has only been days but just the trust that he has shown us so far has been absolutely inspiring. When you can convince a broken spirit to believe in tomorrow - the accomplishment feels like the biggest victory imaginable. Wade has the sweetest center - when he can shrug off all of the thick heavy wet wool blankets of his history and live in this safe new moment. We aim to make him feel in every second that he is secure, comfortable and loved. Welcome Wade ❤️
Eric Bellows and Keri Whitfield have created a life together dedicated to the pack. Every moment of
