Husky House Blog!

There are babies in the HOUSE!!

2010-02-24T21:41:00.003-05:00

First, a Vixen update! Since her surgery, she is thriving! She is such a little miracle, and an inspiration to all who meet her!

When at the specialty center yesterday, we were told there were 2 week old puppies in the back with their mom who had been dumped. There was also a parvo puppy in isolation, and they were trying to find a foster home for the puppies before they caught the deadly virus.

Of course they came home with me. What else could I do?!

So, they don't have names yet, but here are the fab four. Their mother, CeCe is quite possibly the sweetest little momma you've ever met!! They are small breed babies...possibly havanese, shih tzu, something mixes? Whatever they are, they are OH SO CUTE, and OH SO KISSABLE! These guys won't be available for adoption for another 8 weeks or so, but watch for updates.

There are also some little beagle mix puppies coming to the house this weekend! Watch for updates on them too!

Please pray for Vixen

2010-01-20T07:55:00.004-05:00

If you follow Husky House, you know we took in a sweet little new mother named Mistletoe just before Christmas. She had 8 gorgeous babies! Well, 2 days after they arrived safe and sound from Tennessee, they were all hospitalized.

As of today, 2 sweet babies passed away, 5 are out and doing great, but little Vixen is still in the hospital. She's suffered some complications and is going into surgery today to have part of her tail and one of her hind legs amputated. She isn't really strong enough for surgery yet, but this is her best chance to live.

So please please please keep Vixen in your thoughts and prayers today. This little family has been through so much! Also keep Husky House's dedicated volunteers in your thoughts. They do SO much for these guys.

Between the Musketeers, Kiska, Mistletoe and the 8 christmas miracles, the vet bills are well over $50,000, so please consider donating to Husky House. No amount is too small. Its tax deductible, and the Huskies will thank you for it!!

Buy our Calendars! Support the huskies!

2009-12-21T22:49:00.003-05:00

Happy Holidays everyone!

Husky House has had a really really rough couple of months. The vet bills are really high right now from all the babies being in the hospital, Kiska and the Musketeers, and the other ongoing medical expenses.

The 2010 Husky House calendar is available and its awesome! They are available for $20 and feature nearly 50 of Husky House's finest!

Email Lorraine to get yours now! We only ordered a limited number, so get yours while they last! (huskyhouseinc @ gmail.com)

The Christmas Miracles are here!!!

2009-12-18T00:25:00.005-05:00

Mommy Mistletoe and all the kids are in NJ! They came from TN, and after a bath, a good meal, and warm spot to cuddle, they are sleeping comfortably. This is the first night in their little lives that they've ever slept inside, off of the cold hard concrete on soft clean blankets. They are about 5 weeks old, and as cute as they come!! Meet the Miracles!

The last of the Musketeers is gone

2009-12-18T00:23:00.001-05:00

Baby Aramis passed away yesterday. Everyone who met the teeny little guy loved him. He fought a long hard battle for 4 weeks, but he was just too little, and had too much to overcome. He's running in the fields now, pain free, and without a care in the world. Run wild, little man, I loved you and will never forget you.

Prayers for Aramis

2009-12-15T10:08:00.002-05:00

Late last night little Aramis became lethargic and nonresponive, so I rushed him to the 24 hour emergency hospital. His blood glucose was dangerously low, and they were able to get an IV catheter in his tiny leg, and get him stabilized. I just got a report from the doctor that he's doing better, but now having trouble maintaining his temperature. He'll be at the hospital for at least another day. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers that he can pull through this!!

Aramis is 4 weeks old!

2009-12-14T19:09:00.004-05:00

This little man is such a character! He will be 4 weeks old tomorrow, and only weighs about a pound!! He's a teeny little beanie baby husky. Enjoy the pics after his bath last night. 8)

And then there was one...

2009-12-14T19:08:00.001-05:00

Little d'Artagnan, despite a valiant fight, passed away late last week. He was still in the care of the emergency 24 hour hospital. The little boys heart just gave out, and he couldn't continue his journey. Rest in peace little boy.

d'Artagnan's two week picture

2009-12-02T20:46:00.002-05:00

Poor d'Artagnan's two week photo doesn't have the best background. But hopefully he gets out of the hospital as soon as his seizures are managed, and we'll get him photos with Santa in no time!!

Kiska is home!!

2009-12-02T19:49:00.003-05:00

While she is not out of the woods yet, she has been released from the hospital! She still has a long road ahead of her to beat her pneumonia, anemia, and other maladies. She is much changed from nearly 3 weeks ago when she was admitted to the specialty hospital. 3 weeks ago, she could barely walk, and was pregnant with 10 babies. Today she is full of energy, 'woo woo'd' her way home, and has a typical husky personality.

Her 2 surviving sons, d'Artagnan and Aramis, are hanging in there, determined to make her proud.

See the previous post to see our Kiska Kar Magnets Fundraiser to help cover Kiska and her babies' considerable medical expenses. Also, remember to keep d'Artagnan in your thoughts and prayers to help the little guy pull through whatever is causing him to have seizures.

Musketeer update

2009-12-02T19:25:00.004-05:00

The two little Musketeers turned 2 weeks old yesterday. d'Artagnan did not get a very good present, though. He started having grand mal seizures last night. It is not fair to have had such a rough start in this world, have no mommy, only be 2 weeks old, and then have your little body racked with seizures. He was admitted today into a veterinary specialty hospital for seizure watch. They were able to get an IV catheter into one of his tiny little front legs.

So please please say a prayer for little d'Artagnan. He is in a very big scary vet hospital fighting seizures at the tender age of 2 weeks old. His eyes aren't even open yet, and he has so much to overcome.

Aramis, the little fighter that he is, is hanging in there. He is still eating well, and doing well. He is a little lonely because his brother is in the hospital. He has a toy doggie to snuggle up to, and he's making due with his surrogate 'brother' for the time being. Hopefully d'Artagnan will be home soon and he and Aramis can snuggle together again.

Watch for their two week old 'portraits' to be posted soon.

Husky House has amazing magnets for your car (or your fridge, or any cool metal space). There are 2 sizes. The smaller size is about 6 inches by 6 inches. The larger size is nearly twice that size. They look stunning on your car! Show your love for huskies with these beautiful magnets. We are calling them the Kiska Kar Magnets to help with fundraising for Kiska and her babies. Send me a note if you want one!!

The Musketeers are a week old!

2009-11-24T16:19:00.003-05:00

Here are the two Musketeers that have survived the first week. Sadly, Athos and Porthos passed away. We lit candles for them over the weekend.

d'Artagnan is the big boy of the two, and a pistol already! Aramis is smaller and much sweeter and more patient.

Their eyes should open this week (at 10-14 days old. Their ears are opening, and they are starting to hear all the sounds of their new world.

Their mommy, Kiska, is still in the hospital on oxygen battling pneumonia. Say a prayer for her and keep her in your thoughts that she pulls through too. She is a sweet sweet girl, and deserves this second chance!

If you want to help this little family, there is a donation button on the left. Just click it, and donate to Kiska and her puppies! Kiska is in a 24 hour specialty hospital, and has been there for the last 10 days. The puppies require around the clock care, since their mommy is unable to care for them. Remember, Husky House is a 501(c) organization, so all your donations are tax deductible!

Meet Clyde

2009-11-19T13:13:00.001-05:00

Meet Clyde! This young guy is adorable, sweet, good with the other dogs, and ready for his new home! Isn't he the cutest thing??

The Musketeers - Kiska's babies

2009-11-19T12:31:00.002-05:00

They arrived yesterday, at the tender age of 1 day old! They are eating well, and staying warm. They are d'Artagnan, Aramis, Athos and Porthos. Check back in for frequent updates!!

The Official Husky House

2009-11-19T11:35:00.002-05:00

The rescues are from Husky House. Check them out at www.HuskyHouse.org! Lorraine Healy is the founder and heart and soul (along with her passionate volunteers) of Husky House. Stop by 'The House' and take a look around!

The Huskies are in the house!

2009-11-19T11:26:00.000-05:00

My counter (and my heart) is now home to 4 two-day old siberian husky puppies. All boys, all adorable. Follow their progress here!