Barneys dog walking

29/12/2024

Messing about again . Looking back at my happy little life with my pack . Some great photos and a great tune enjoy

Check out Gail Atkins’s video.

23/12/2024

In 1925, a deadly diphtheria outbreak threatened the small, isolated town of Nome, Alaska. Cut off from the rest of the world by harsh winter conditions, the town faced a grim fate unless a supply of life-saving antitoxin could be delivered. With no planes able to fly in the brutal weather and ships frozen in ice, there was only one option — a relay of sled dog teams racing against time through sub-zero blizzards and treacherous ice. Among the many sled dogs who took part, one name stands above the rest: Togo.

Unlike his more famous counterpart, Balto, Togo’s role in the serum run was far more demanding and heroic. Under the leadership of his musher, Leonhard Seppala, Togo embarked on the most grueling and dangerous leg of the relay. Covering an astonishing 260 miles — more than any other dog — Togo faced temperatures as low as -50°F (-45°C) and fierce winds strong enough to blow sleds off course. Together, Seppala and Togo crossed frozen lakes and dangerously thin ice, where every step could have been their last. At one point, as the ice began to crack beneath them, Togo leapt forward, pulling the sled and his team to safety. His strength, endurance, and intelligence saved not only Seppala but the entire mission.

While the final 55-mile stretch of the serum run was completed by Balto, it was Togo's monumental effort that ensured the mission's success. Balto received global recognition as the "face" of the serum run, but many argue that it was Togo who truly deserved the title of hero. Seppala himself later described Togo as his "greatest dog that ever lived", a testament to the unmatched courage and heart of this extraordinary animal.

Togo's legacy went beyond the 1925 serum run. His story is now seen as a symbol of selfless dedication and quiet heroism. While Balto received a statue in New York's Central Park, Togo’s story was left untold for years. It wasn’t until much later that Togo received his due recognition, with documentaries, books, and even a film bringing his heroic journey back into the spotlight. Today, many regard Togo as one of the greatest sled dogs of all time, a true embodiment of loyalty, endurance, and sacrifice.

Togo’s name may not have been celebrated immediately, but his contribution is undeniable. His courage saved lives, his strength defied nature, and his story remains one of the most awe-inspiring feats of survival and perseverance. While statues and fame eluded him during his lifetime, his legacy continues to inspire dog lovers, adventurers, and storytellers around the world. Togo is a reminder that true heroism doesn’t always get the spotlight, but it is never forgotten.

23/12/2024

25/11/2024

25/11/2024

A bad dog owner dumped this wolf at the shelter when he got too big and too much to handle. Luckily a sanctuary took him instead and saved his life. His DNA testing came back as 87.5% grey Wolf, 8.6% Siberian Husky, and 3.9 German shepherd. Don't scroll without giving us some love.

Credits goes to the respective Owner
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13/11/2024

This one never gets old!

11/11/2024

Fridays scooter walk . And Saturday in bispham . My beautiful Balluka and Avalon .

27/10/2024

Happy Halloween 🎃 week

19/10/2024

A must have for anyone with a wolf dog puppy 😂😂😂♥️♥️♥️

11/10/2024

10/10/2024

1.2.1 with my Avalon .

06/10/2024

If you see me in your garden, please give me food (raw, unsalted meat or ground meat; I also like cat food but not fish) and water. Do not give me milk as it causes stomach problems and I could die from dehydration. I am naive, and if I see milk, I will drink it.
Do not give me milk!
Do not use insecticides or traps. I am harmless and beneficial for your garden because I feed on insects that attack vegetables.
My species is endangered, please help me stay alive.
Thank you! 🦔❤️

28/09/2024