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Hello, we are also hundebesitzer and by close on yours wonderful seite come. very much clarifies fotos and a lot information, further in such a way! many greets from germany from nica, dirk and foxterrier and glad new jahr.
Nica and Dirk
Hi There all! I came across your web site while searching for my next Samoyed (It looks like a common theme) I lost my best friend "Thunder" to cancer in November 2006 and have been so very lost without him. He was only 8 years old and his cancer sneaked up on us. We didn't know he was sick until he quit eating. He was gone 8 days after that. I am looking for a male puupy, just a nice companion. If anybody out there knows of any good quality Samoyed puupies that arereasonably priced, I would lie to know . I am looking to get the new puupy in late April or early May, 2007. To all of you who have lost a friend as I have, my deepest sympathies. I tell people that it is like losing a child. Many don't understand. Thunder was my child as I have no human ones. Thanks for reading this.
Jill Viergutz
Hi Ricq - it's so great to see you thriving. You have a beautiful family, 2- and 4-legged! May your house always be full of love - and fur!
Donna Wojek-Gibbs
I love your website!! I read your stories of Laika, and cried most the way through. I lost my first Samoyed "Fancy" last September. She was 13 years old, but her recent labwork had been perfect (better than my then 8 month old Great Dane's). I am A Certified Veterinary Technician and beside the fact that she was getting a little sore and stiff in her old age, there was no indication that anything was wrong. The night before her last day, she was playing tug-of-war with the Great Dane pup as usual, even though at 8 months old he already outweighed her by 40 pounds (he could never outsmart her though, and she always won)! I woke up the next morning and she seemed reluctant to get up and a little wobbily once she did. I keep the supplies at home to draw blood and take care of emergencies, so I drew a little blood. When she didn't protest this at all, I decided to take her into work with me. I got to work and we began the typical Senior work-up, starting with chest x-rays. They immediately revealed a large lung tumor whih had torsioned (twisted)one lung lobe completely shut. She passed away that night at home. The next day the STAT lab results came in revealing that the lung tumor was indeed cancerous. I miss my girl immensely. I love my now 18 month old Dane but he suffers from not being a Samoyed. I recently attended my first major AKC dog show to support my co-worker and her champion Irish Wolfhound. I brought along my mother and my 7-year old daughter. We immediately scouted out the Samoyed ring and within literally seconds of the first Sammy taking the ring we were all in tears. I live in Arizona, so I don't see very many Sammies,even in my line of work. This past week I have seen two in for their annual exams. Seeing them I have decided to start my search for my second Samoyed. This is how I happened upon your site. I was just beginning to research Samoyed breeders in AZ when I found your site. It was a timely reminder that there is no replacement for my "Fancy Doodle Bug". I was especially touched by your recollection of what I call the "Sammy dance" whenever treats are concerned. My Fancy was crazy for ice cubes and would prance from foot to foot, totally unable to have all four touching the ground at the same time, whenever you opened the freezer door. The Samoyeds in the ring at the show were doing the same dance as they waited their turn. This is what set off the tears for my family and I at the show. I am still researching buying a Samoyed puppy ( my Great Dane needs a smart dog to teach him a thing or two, HA HA). I know I will never have Fancy back but I now know that this is definitely my breed. My poor Dane has spent his first year hearing "Fancy never did this when she was a puppy!!" Thank you again for your site. In Arizona you don't find many people familiar with Samoyeds, and i love finding people who understand the Sammy charm.
Sincerely, P.S. As far as Samoyeds in Arizona, mine would always insist on going out then pick the sunniest part of the yard and settle in. I was constantly trying to drag her in since it was 100+ degrees outside and nice and air-conditioned inside. So I loved your tale of Laika and the space heater. Although I must add that living in AZ I did always make her come inside after about 10-minutes because a dog can't truly decide whats good for them and I was very concerned about heatstroke.
Mercedes
What a great website! On December 1, 2005,our dog Sparky passed peacefully in his sleep. He was my best friend and family memeber for 14 years. On Monday January 15 he would have been 15. He was a spoiled rotten dog and I enjoyed every minute of it. We used to take him to Doggy Day Care so he wouldn't be lonely and we used to take him shopping so he could pick out his own toys and dog treats. He grew up with my child and was a real family member. He thought we belonged to him instead of the other way around. I will miss hearing him bark, or his friendly nudge of his cool nose when I was on my computer until the wee hours of the morning. He was like my son and he is not easily replaced. I will more than likely get another Sammy but right now I'm still in morning for my Dog. Thanks for letting me share my thoughts of my dog. Truly - Audrey Morris.
Hello, Ricq Pattay your website so nice and pretty. And I am so glad as see your samoyeds. Because I wear samoyeds of same blood. Should like to visit once to my website if become an opportunity. jae hyun Kim <hmk2615@yahoo.co.kr> www.algoks.com South Korea - Saturday, January 07, 2006 at 09:43:42 (CST)
We lost our Samoyed (Sammie) on Oct 20, 2005 he gave us 14 1/2 wonderful years of joy and is missed everyday. We were so lucky to have him. We miss hearing him woo woo when he barked, He also was taken care of very well by my parents. Over the last year we found that he had diabetes and had to have insulin shots everyday. I think the last year and 1/2 of his life, the diabetes got the best of him. He was cremated by himself and his urn sits in our kitchen were he loved to sleep on the cool floor. He is thought of everyday and will always be in our heart!! <carlanielsen2000@yahoo.com> Gurnee,IL - Saturday, December 03, 2005 at 17:41:12 (CST)
My sister has returned from her holiday and Kimba her 7 y/o samoyed died suddenly in kennels . She is heartbroken. katie <kwpeak@aol.com> Friday, September 23, 2005 at 17:08:34 (CST)
I had a samoyed named Majarle who died 1 and a half years ago at the age of 14. She was the apple of my eye, my best friend. I have not been the same since she left. M. Singh Casa Grande, AZ USA - Tuesday, August 09, 2005 at 22:37:28 (CST)
We had an absolutely loving Samoyed called Nova. She died suddenly yesterday while barking at the front door. She fell backwards, twitched for about 5 seconds and was gone. My 19 year old was with her and was shocked that a 8 yr 9 month old healthy dog would die so suddenly. She was a spoiled princess who was loved as much as any dog could be. We still don't understand the reason why, but it seems to sound familiar in my research. Paul Capobianco <paul_capobianco_yahoo.com> Walpole, MA USA - Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 09:52:55 (CST)
I was doing an extra credit report on Laika the Space dog and came across your wonderful website, what a heart felt story of your beloved Laika, I cried when I read it. It's so beautiful to see how much you love your animals. Take Care. Andy the Animal Lover Andrea Beutler <Andrea2076@yahoo.com> Escondido, CA USA - Tuesday, October 05, 2004 at 10:02:23 (CST)
I had a sammy that died 4 years ago and her name was Tiffany. My parents bought her for me while I was still in middle school. Every morning when she would get up she would head for my bedroom door and throw herself against it so I would get up and let her in...it became a ritual. I then got married and moved out and it broke my mom's heart to see her continue to do it every morning, only I wasn't answering anymore. My parents sold there home and were moving in with me while their new home was being built and I was so anxious to live with and see my girl everyday. Unfortunately, two days after they moved in Tiffany was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died the next day. Of course, she was surrounded by all who she loved. You are a very lucky person to have so many sammys to love and entertain you. Christy Sunday, August 08, 2004 at 20:47:05
Every once in a while I will search the net for Sammy sites. I have grown up with dogs and cats so I know how each one affects you in their own way. I got a sammy puppy (my first one) for my boyfriend for xmas 2000. He saw a show on sammies and said that he would like to have one. Being that he had never owned a dog before & I have, I thought no way--too much hair, too white and living in NC too hot. But I looked into the breed and quickly understood the passion behind the dog. I had always wanted a Husky or Husky/Wolf mix, but with me always having a cat in the house I knew it wouldn't be a good idea, so I gave into the Sammy. Having taken care of dogs before I knew what I was in for, grooming, vets, puppy stage, etc, however what I wasn't prepared for was the personality. Our Sierra in many ways is very much like your Laika. She is very intelligent, and has a mind of her own. But she also has that loving, always happy to see you, always ready to play attitude.
And she is smart as a whip too-I swear she knows how to tell time. And like any dog (animal) lover I love to brag about her when I can. When I
came to your site I thought it would be just another "I love my Sammy to the xtreme" site with tons of pics to look at, which I couldn't get enough
of. Then I read your story of Laika. By the end of the second paragraph I was balling, then I kept reading through your memories and cried even
harder. It always disheartenes me to read about another's loved one passing on, especially when they still have a lot of life to live
yet. And although I realize that everyone has their ending in some way, I am always reminded how much I would miss mine and to love them every
day-no matter how mad they make you sometimes. Thank you for that reminder (and beautiful story about Laika).
we certainly enjoyed the photos of the dogs. they are all very beautiful! we are planning in the near future to buy a samoyed. best of luck, mike and becky. mike varboncoeur <varboncoeur1@earthlink.net> lincoln, il. usa - Saturday, February 21, 2004 at 18:33:20 (CST)
A beautiful site and lovely sammies. I cry a bit when I read about what happend to U with Laika. We allso mist our lovely Lady-Manja in december the 8, 2003. She like Laika from one day to another suddenly died. A healty 3,5 year girl with all here life in front of here. But some one up there think that here time was come. Keap up the god work with the site and take care. Happy New year and god luck for 2004. Ankie and the Sammie's up north in Sweden <webmaster@samojed.com> www.samojed.com Dorotea, Lappand Sweden - Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at 11:51:11 (CST)
Beautiful site, although it makes me miss my guy (Sammy) Klondike. You're doing such a beautiful job with them, they're lucky to have someone who cares so much about them. Thanks for sharing their/your lives with all of us. Erika <Erikalynnie@aol.com> Coon Rapids, MN USA - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 16:53:38 (CST)
Hi, I just like to say that i am very sorry about laika. I can feel the pain that you might went throw. I also would like to say that your web-site is the best one yet that I have looked at. I would just like to congraulate you. Good job. A Samoyed Lover <blueeyes@snet.net> Fairfield, CT USA - Sunday, September 21, 2003 at 11:26:52 (CST)
You have very nice pictures on your website. Dogs are cutest when they are a puppy. I was really touched by your story of how Laika passed away. I felt very sad on the day my first pet my passed away. Even though I was little, it took a long time to get over it. Now I am a teen, and I understand more but still have a hard time when pets pass away (even if its not my own). Your story really touched me, thank-you. A Dog Lover <lil_pup_lover@hotmail.com> Victoria, British Columbia, Canada - Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at 22:08:26 (CST)
Really nice site, excellent work! I got to play with a friend's Samoyed this weekend, they're a very nice breed. Very hearflet and touching story about Laika. I lost my dog of 13.5 years last August, it was tough. Vince <budfox2@earthlink.net> Cerritos, CA USA - Monday, April 07, 2003 at 12:50:26 (CST)
Very informative site. I promise to come back. :) Samantha Williams Samantha Williams <willsamantha4@yahoo.com> USA, none USA - Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 23:26:43 (CST)
Great site ! Benita Jowers <wisegal60@yahoo.com> Dyersburg, Tennessee USA - Sunday, February 09, 2003 at 10:23:23 (CST)
I liked (loved) the pics and the goodbye of Laika. I had to say goobye to may son in Nov. and I cried just as hard. I pray that both are in Jesus' arms Carol <mikesmom@coslink.net> Interlochen, Michigan USA - Friday, January 24, 2003 at 21:56:10 (CST)
Hey I really like your site. I have found some of the information here helpfull. Thanks :) Joe D. Joe <j_dirt@hotmail.com> Memphis, TN US - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 22:04:03 (CST)
Lovely site - very heartfelt. If anyone is interested, the Canadian band A Silver Mt Zion have recorded an album in memory of the singers dog, Wanda. It's mostly instrumentals, very spare and beautiful. You can get more info here: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00004RGC8/ref=pd_sim_music_3/103-2618043-7206229?v=glance&s=music It always makes me think of my old dog Ben. Dino <space_lamb@yahoo.com> Melbourne, Australia - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 00:40:47 (CST)
i a pomeranian i love her i had her for 9 years but in this last year she as really got bad she is 13 years old she is my baby. gene <wantabe2002@hotmail.com> odessa, tx usa - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 17:36:49 (CST)
loved all the pics saying goodbye ..was very sad = ( Nicole Eastep <Nikki5024@cs.com> Martinsburg, Pa USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 09:03:43 (CST)
Ricq it's been almost a year since I found your site. I had just lost my first dog, Annie and it took me almost four months to function again. Reading about Laika really helped me. I didn't feel like I was the only person in the world who felt the way I did. We got a Samoyed from rescue. He's going to be two this month and we've had him since August. He's really sweet and he's helped me get through my grief, although, I'd have to say we got another dog too soon. I found it harder than it should have been to let him into my heart. He's there now. Jackie jackie Cleveland, Ohio USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 09:59:48 (CST)
................we meet again.....!....? i. tranum <shnoushnou@hotmail.com> - Monday, December 02, 2002 at 20:17:13 (CST)
Laika, I know what it is like to lose a friend, Me too have lost my best friend Meeko anthony on March 10,1999.He got hit by a truck,I was gone to basic training at the time it happened, and didn't know till May 1999.My sister told me cuz my dad and mom could not face me to tell me. I cried myself to sleep the night I found out, and I know he will be waiting for me at the rainbow bridge, like yours will be. Cori Monk <heling1981@yahoo.com> Appleton, Wisconsin USA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 13:41:40 (CST)
I found your website while searching for pictures of Samoyeds. When I was young, my family had one for a brief period. Although I was too young to remember him, I do recall that he was very hyper and that my parents weren't too keen on having a family dog that would jump all over their young children. After that brief episode with Yourree (our Sammy) we switched to smaller dogs. My husband and I got an American Eskimo a little over a year ago, and he is certainly our baby. From the descriptions you included in your stories about Laika and her mannerisms, it sounds like our Jack is very similar. He's our best buddy and never wants to leave our presence when we're home. Some days I arrive at work after battling fierce traffic for an hour, and cannot help but laugh when I look down at my briefcase and find a tuft of white fur! I suppose that even when he cannot accompany me, he wants me to take some part of him with me! I cried while reading the goodbye story, and I dread the day that I will have to part with my baby, Jack. He's the most affectionate dog I've ever seen- he likes to sleep in the bed with my husband and I and he is ever-present beneath me while I am cooking (in fact, sometimes I look at him while preparing dinner and find a dollop of seasoning on his white snout!) He is a major part of our life, and I can picture his sweet face and almost smell him and feel his soft fur when I think about him. We have another dog now as well. He's an Aussie mix puppy that I rescued the day before he was to be euthanized. He is also a very special creature, and I treasure every moment with him as well. I appreciate your story tremendously. I love reading about other devoted owners, and I thank you for sharing your memories. Lesley <lmalinowski@sdmc-law.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 15:22:58 (CST)
hi can any one help us get a samoyed to be cassies (age 12) new best friend after she lost her gorgeous big black cat (who was just like a dog)We just want a samoyed any age to be part of our family we live in nsw australia all our best wishes to other "sammy lovers amanda and cassie hughes <cassieamandaalan@bigpond.com.au> point clare, nsw australia - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 03:01:50 (CST)
"pout" :0( where's the bit about Corgi's Lucy Perth, wa australia - Saturday, October 26, 2002 at 10:50:01 (CDT)
I very much enjoyed seeing the pictures of your beautiful "Sammy's". May God Bless Laika. Karen Anne <Karencute50@msn.com> Dayton, Ohio USA - Friday, October 25, 2002 at 22:37:17 (CDT)
Always love looking at other sammies, I have 2 ( female and male ) and have had 2 others before Aki and Crystal. Sad to hear about losing a loved sammie, I lost both of my others ( accident and old age )hope my 2 current bundles of fluff outlive me!!! Lee Ryan <lee@answerz.com.au> www.answerz.com.au Canberra, ACT AUSTRALIA - Monday, October 21, 2002 at 20:41:37 (CDT)
I love your website and i love sammoyeds. I would really like one but my parents won't let me have one! They are so soft! Emmalene Barlow - Monday, October 07, 2002 at 10:53:04 (CDT)
Hello my name is Cisco. English language is my second language . I visit sites like yours to learn new english vocabulary words and improve my english grammar . I hope to have effective communication and business communication for a new job in US. I learned a new word of the day from your site. I plan to be public speaking and business writing better now from your site. Thank you. Cisco none Bogota, Putumayo Colombia - Thursday, September 05, 2002 at 03:49:30 (CDT)
Nice Page. Like the guest book and the content. Will be back. Dave Ross <traveltothetop@fiberia.com>http://www.travel-ascending.com/us/pa/greensburg.htm Wyoming, PA USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 21:54:56 (CDT)
Hi Ricq, long time no talk! Just dropped by and realized that you added another sweetie to the pack! What a doll, I can't wait 'til there is a page for the fluff-ball! Every time I still read the story about Laika and her passing I get tears in my eyes! Keep writing, and keep luvin' your dogs. Best wishes, ~Kim Kim <samoyeds4life@yahoo.com> Cleveland, Oh USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 10:38:21 (CDT)
I have a female Samoyed named Sophie. She is a wonderful dog always smiling and makes me happy to be with her. She has had several litters of puppies and has always been a very loving mother. I'm sorry for your loss. I just lost my Pomeranian, "Sammy". I miss him so much it's almost unbearable. The death of any pet dog is like losing a child. chris winckelmann <wincky59@aol.com> tallahassee, florida usa - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 00:35:10 (CDT)
I have taken the time to have read your guest book, what a tribute to you and your dogs that so many people have replyed and are true animal lovers. I wanted you to know I stumbled over your site by accident looking for a vaccum cleaner belt and got the story of the people who lost a pet samoyed and could not vaccum under the bed. Funny how things work out... I just got two 7 week old male samoyed pups, we named them "Tucker as he is always running around until tuckered out and his brother Dillon as he thinks he is the marshall of the bunch, keeping the peace... or is it getting into mischief himself". I wanted to tell you that I have had many breeds of dogs in my lifetime and work very hard training them to aide the disabled and the lost or missing of central Florida. I train specialty guide dogs such as seizure assistance guide dog, hearing assist, mobility, utility assist dogs, companion animals for the lonely and elderly and search and rescue dogs. I just know that these little guys are special, and so very smart. They have been in my home only 4 days and are working hard on basic obedience and outdoor potty skills, so far so good. I hope to have a website up and running soon so that anyone can visit the progress of Tucker and Dillon as well as the 3 year old boss lady herself Orion my own seizure guide dog. May god bless all whom have lost a pet/friend. Jeanna Jeanna <prettyhotdogs@yahoo.com> Inverness , Fl U.S.A - Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 18:07:23 (CDT)
Love this site... as a lifelong Samoyed lover it always gives me pleasure to see and read about these beautiful dogs. Come see my Samoyed Bella in the Samoyed section of my website. Thanks! Lucinda <Lucinda@Broxbourne10.freeserve.co.uk>http://www.geocities.com/southcountrygirl north England, UK - Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 16:38:03 (CDT)
Great site......we show our own samee's here in Honolulu. Dave Osaki <samee@hawaii.rr.com> Honolulu, HI USA - Saturday, June 15, 2002 at 04:55:52 (CDT)
Like your beautiful dog, Laika, with a Star in Her Tail; I can relate to the titles which come to mind as we come to embrace our pets: My first beloved kitten from the wild was A Black Furry Blossom in Early Summer's Weeds. Pi Pi <musica@winterlong.com> Arteria, - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 23:26:07 (CDT)
While searching internet for advice on Jolee's unusual behavior(undiagnosed) I came upon your site of gorgeous phots and read "saying Goodbye". I sat here at the computer crying uncontrollably. Jolee is only 12 and just recently started walking and panting at night, Then she quit eating, then drinking. I got up every hour to squeeze water into her mouth and went to her vet in the a.m. Coaxed her to eat chicken broth, and added senior dog food. She is slowly getting some better but very tired. If she isn't better in a couple days, her vet will do more blood work to see if she is low on potassium and electrolytes. I'm sure she will be cured, but your story of Laika makes me all the more determined to enjoy every day, week, and year we have together. Thank you for sharing your Sammies. M. J. Brower Mary Jo Brower <browermj@hotmail.com> Lake Worth, Fl USA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 16:43:04 (CDT)
thanks for your site Juan Lozano <morpheus2155@yahoo.com> Pasadena, CA U.S.A - Thursday, May 02, 2002 at 19:16:02 (CDT)
Ricq, The Prairie Isle sled team hopes Mazzy becomes a wonderful sled dog for you!! His parents are great team dogs not much for being leaders but they never quit when in harness. Keep up the hard work with the training with you sams and we hope to see you on the trail. Run silent, run dogs. Helen H.Newman Petersburg, North Dakota - Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 08:22:51 (CDT)
What a lovely site, you must miss Laika so very much. I am so sorry for your very sad loss. I love the thought and care you have given to your dogs and this site. Please take a look at my new site I think you would enjoy it.And understand how we feel about our dogs. Best wishes from a major Samoyed fan Lee. Lee <buzzinfox@aol.com>http://hometown.aol.co.uk/sweethooligan/coney-angel.html Hampshire, England - Friday, April 19, 2002 at 08:38:54 (CDT)
Normally, I don't sign guestbooks, but I have to commend your touching site. In 2000, my family lost the first real pets we had ever had, our adorable guinea pigs. A tear still comes to my eyes when I think about how much they were loved and cherished by my family. In August 2000, we adopted a Samoyed. We stumbled on to the breed by accident. My mom really wanted a white dog. I never could have imagined what joy our beatiful Sammy would bring into our life. I'm so terrified of the day we lose him. I can't bear the pain of losing another family member, because that's what our dog is to me. Thank you for sharing your story of Laika. I have no doubt that she lives on in your memory and is eternally happy at the Rainbow Bridge. You have my utter admiration and respect for your ability to share her story. A Very Sad College Student DC - Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 22:14:37 (CST)
I fell into this site while looking for pics of sams as I am making a small felt figurine of one for a friend of mine who has with his much-adored Nikki turned me on to how great these dogs are. If I ever finish sniffling away at my desk here after reading of Laika's sudden passing (very similar to what happened to my mom's black lab last year -- that dog being the backbone of our family) -- maybe I'll be able to print out a pic or two so I can finish Nikki's Mini-me........take care and best of health to Mazzy & Jasper (oh yeah -- and you too!) Laurie <leoamae@yahoo.com> Rindge, NH USA - Friday, March 08, 2002 at 07:43:01 (CST)
Hey Website owner. Just wanted to say hi. I mean hey. Catherine Lake http://www.where-i-find.com Los Angeles, CA USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 16:44:29 (CST)
IM SOOOOOOOOOO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LAIKA! BABY GIRL LAIKA.COM ST.LOUIS, MO. - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 17:12:35 (CST)
I AM DOING A REPORT ABOUT ANIMALS IN SPACE AND I PICKED LAIKA TO BE IN MY REPORT. baby girl laika.com st.louis, mo. - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 17:10:38 (CST)
your dog laikia is sooooooo beautiful. i also have a sam and know they are adorabble and loveing . samantha <cordy_chase_2001@hotmail.com> nottingham(england), england - Friday, January 11, 2002 at 13:49:56 (CST)
Sorry to hear about Laika, I also lost a dog recently, which I had for 10 years. It is very hard to let him go. I was given a male Samoyed yesterday to try to fill some of my void from losing Lakota, he was a red Chow Chow. Nick is a great dog and I look forward to making loving memories with him. Carla <Cjcequi99@aol.com> Bristow, OK USA - Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 12:05:12 (CST)
HI! Oh my goodness, as I sit over here in tears. Samoyeds must be the most wonderful dogs ever. We just bought a 7 week old male today and I thought I would look them up to learn a little more. Instead of just buying a dog, it looks like I have stumbled upon a huge bundle of joy! Thank you for sharing your story and I hope Sebastian (that's what we named him) will be as precious to us as Laika was to you. Jody <JodyLynn@charter.net> St. Louis, MO USA - Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 22:07:48 (CST)
i like the puppy photos i bought one in october looks just like your one euan brand <euan.brand@btinternet.com> u.k, scotland great britain - Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 22:43:57 (CST)
I think mazzy has the cutest face & I'm sorry about Laika's death-I know it's hard. kim k <samoyeds4life@yahoo.com>www.groups.yahoo.com (samoyeds) Strongsville, Oh USA - Monday, October 15, 2001 at 16:05:33 (CDT)
I lieke it! Zahari Petkoff <zaharipetkoff@hotmail.com> Varna, Bulgaria Bulgaria - Friday, October 05, 2001 at 06:15:54 (CDT)
hi there, im a dog lover, n guess what ive made a wallpaper of one of ure doggy pics thanxx faaria <angel_in_dizgise@hotmail.com>- oman/muscat, oman - Monday, October 01, 2001 at 09:25:46 (CDT)
I think i have fell in love in Laika! Your story was touching and extremely moving. I have Laika on my desktop (the picture of her with mud) the picture brightens up my day. xx Alexandra Mudd <noogie@genie.co.uk> Liverpool, Merseyside UK - Monday, September 10, 2001 at 06:38:25 (CDT)
I wrote to you last year March 11, 2000 after finding your site while searching for information on aging samoyeds. By buddie stopped running May 30, 2001. My house is so empty without him. I am empty without him. I think of all our fun times and how he liked to travel with me to our friends house. How he would always meet a dog on our walks and have to go and say his "hello". Little children were never afraid to touch him and cuddle their little faces in his fur. There were so many nights I did that myself. He was the best man in my life. He will never be forgotten. Alexis Johnston <lextac@prodigy.net> Rocky Hill, CT USA - Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 11:49:30 (CDT)
Nice site... backgrounds <imkrpuq@smileyface.com>http://www.top100-websites.com/bg/ USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 17:42:36 (CDT)
i read your story and my eyes are all teary what i dont get is how she died could you please write back and explain it better (im 13 and dont get it) Emily <sillieduk@aol.com>dont have one portland, oregon USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 00:27:15 (CDT)
Hello! I also had a Samoyed he looked alot like Laika. He was ran over one day while my husband was backing out of our driveway.It broke his pelvis and he was hurting so bad we had to have him put down. That was the hardest day of my life I lost my best friend that day. michelle <shell0072000@yahoo.com> bryson city, nc usa - Saturday, July 07, 2001 at 22:42:12 (CDT)
Awww. I know it must be hard to move on without her, but you got to admit she's in a better place. Don't worry, you too will be reunited together someday... Rydia <Rinoa67@AOL.com>kisaragii.cjb.net Las Vegas, Nevada USA - Wednesday, July 04, 2001 at 20:53:43 (CDT)
We to have a Sammi called Rainbow the day we picked her ther was a really big rainbow in the sky so it just had to be. I am really sorry that you lost Laika I would be devestated if we lost our little girl and I hope that you have managed to get over her loss (I know that you will probablly never get over completly) take care Darren and Sherilyn Darren and Sherilyn <darren.magee@iomartdsl.com>none Manchester, Greater Manchester United Kingdom - Monday, July 02, 2001 at 19:47:11 (CDT)
Ricq Get another samoyed dog ! Joseph yan cho tak <ct_yan@hiphong.com.hk> HongKong, ROC - Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 19:55:37 (CDT)
I love your website, and can tell that you loved Laika very much. With friends like you, she must've been a very happy dog. I hope to have pets one day (admittedly, I'm more of a cat person, but hey), and hope that I'll be able to provide as good a home as you have. PS: Have you gotten another Samoyed? Darryl Aoki <dAoki@bigfoot.com> - Sunday, June 03, 2001 at 02:17:10 (CDT)
I sought out a web page about a Samoyed and found yours. Reading your comments brought tears to my eyes again. It is only a matter of weeks since we lost our darling Sasha, our baby for over 13 years and the pain is almost unbearable still. All the things you mention, even the picking up of fur to try and regain her scent is like a mirror image of what I am doing. I cannot bring myself to vacum under the bed as I still see some of her fur. I miss the smell of her paws and the way she forced herself upon us for strokes, although we were always ready to give them. She was our everything and I ache for her. The other evening when there was a thunderstorm all I could think of was how much she hated them, and often shook with fear, of what I know not, but we could never get her over those fears. I too miss how she would run towards us. When out walking she always kept an eye on us and we never had trouble getting her to come when called. I really don't know how we will ever get over it. We had Sasha cremated at a special pet crematorium, but we cannot bring ourselves to bury the ashes yet.The silence is deafening as she was so verbal, and like your Laika, she too used to make the most wonderful noises in her sleep. Please tell me how you coped with your loss. We are still in pieces. Sharon Van Gelder <van_gelder_sharon@jpmorgan.com> London, UK - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 08:22:21 (CDT)
I lost my first Sammie almost 7 years ago next week - he will always be in my heart even though I have two wonderful replacements - they (Charlie & Sam) both seem to each have characteristics of my first Sam - each one different. Losing my Sammie was the hardest thing I ever went through - he didn't wait until I got home from work to leave me. He also was very young - just barely 1 year old. Hug your dogs and cherish them every day! They are the best!!!! Shawnee <mickeyfan1124@aol.com> Andover, MN USA - Thursday, May 03, 2001 at 21:25:01 (CDT)
My first Sammie was a "placement"- 1 of 2 I took in when their elderly owner,Tom, broke his hip. The female, Lexam, was placed ; but the male, this was a treasure to keep, although I already had 3 mature dogs. "Khan" was 8, a perfect gentle boy. My friend Kyle called him "the gentleman in the white suit". He died at 14, quietly slipping away on the sofa with his head on Kyle's lap while I held two of his paws from my seat on the floor... it was time. The elderly gentleman had regained Lexam, who had Dancer. Dancer had 7 puppies and Tom had gifted me with Skye, who was 6 months old when Khan died . We now have three generations here: Skye, almost 7, Spirit , who is 3 and his daughter Katie, 1. Katie's sister's owner had a massive and fatal heart attack March 2 and since he was a bachelor, his Blanca is now here . His request was that she go to a home with children. She loves dogs, cats, big and small humans, everyone. Not the brightest or prettiest Sammy ever, she's really a sweetie. I'm not eager to part with her but would to the right person. I also have a Sammy-wannabe, "Mercy", who I condsider my dogs'dog (you'd have to live here to see why). I haven't tracked down her mother's owners to offer to pay for spaying but there seems to be an endless source of half-sammie, half golden retrievers in town, turning up every six months at the pound or on the streets. The older gentleman, Tom, still has Dancer and Skye's brother Blitzen; he's close to 90 and now almost blind; I'm concerned that this extremely affable and silly pair- she's 9, he's 7--have the home they next deserve. Anyway, I happened across Laika's really lovely tribute---I show my 100s of photos to perfect strangers all the time since I have no children or grandchildren to embarass by this quirky behavior---because I had some unusual energy this evening and it was time to search the "rescue" pages and see if I could locate my Sammie girl "Shine" who disappeared along with my small black border-collie cross "Mariah"---Shine was 1, Mariah was 4 when they disappeared last Memorial Day without a trace from my fenced rural acreage here in Northern California- they were I.D. tagged but not tatooed or ID chipped, and the lack of closure motivates me to search sometimes...it's a different heart-break than death , something like a kidnapped child...something I never thought I would experience and hope never to repeat. I want to tell Laika's owners that I thought I felt Khan's energy near me a few moments after he passed on and was free of that tired body we'd been caring for; Khan actually loved my friend Kyle( another tall thin man like his previous owner Tom )so much that he's take himself the mile down the road to his trailer on many occasions before he got too feeble...I was always a bit miffed because I loved him so, and being a short feminine creature, my adoration seemed unreturned...but that night, as I gazed at the unseen Tinkerbell-like energy I felt and sent out my love for his passage, I felt a warmth return to me. Tonite, reflecting back, the completion of that circle of love, imagined or real, still gives me comfort. I truly hope that Laika's owners have chosen to open their hearts and home again to sharing that love with another 4 legged gift. altan tranum <freespiritwest@hotmail.com> eureka, cal usa - Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 05:17:29 (CDT)
I lost my Samoyed, Reuben on Thursday, and have been having an extremely difficult time dealing with it, but your site and stories have helped greatly. I grew up with Reuben, and learning of his death (I attend college in Boston, my family is in Ohio) has been the most difficult experience I've had to deal with in my short 20 year life. Thank you so much for your site, and giving me the opportunity to see people who loved and cared for their samoyed as much as I did (and still do). Tyler <TW881@aol.com> Boston, MA USA - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 23:48:21 (CDT)
I HAVE A SAMMY. I LOVE HER TONS. SHE IS LIKE NO OTHER. ALWAYS SMILING AND BURPING!! SHE ALSO LOVES TOYS. ARE YOU GOING TO GET ANOTHER SAMMY? GOOD LUCK I WISH EVERYONE LOVED THEIR SAMMYS LIKE WE DO!! TAMMY DOZIER <TDOZIER872@AOL.COM> WEST VALLEY, UTAH UNITED STATES - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 20:07:49 (CDT)
Thankyou for sharing Laika with us.We are "parents"to 4 dogs,our first is AZEIL,a samoyed x alsatian.We don't want kids,our dogs are our precious babies.Even my Mum calls them her "grandchildren"Azeil is gorgeous mix,which even vets have mistaken for full sammy.Her temperament is so endearing,intelligent,loyal.Our lives are so enriched for having her.She displays many of the characteristics of Laika.She is very gentle,& shows great empathy for the other animals in our home.She became foster mother to Rufus,the cat,& Lenny the rat would sit on her back!She sleeps on our bed with us & loves to snack on raw carrots.She also goes"ARRRRWWW!"to which we exclaim "Cool,Zeil!"which tends to encourage her."AJAX"<"SHARNI" <"DOZER"our other dogs seem to adore her as much as we do(so does Rufus). Lisa&Jason <gremlin_the_fish@yahoo.com> Perth:Quinns Rocks, W.A Australia - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 12:42:28 (CDT)
Thankyou for sharing Laika with us.We are "parents"to 4 dogs,our first is AZEIL,a samoyed x alsatian.We don't want kids,our dogs are our precious babies.Even my Mum calls them her "grandchildren"Azeil is gorgeous mix,which even vets have mistaken for full sammy.Her temperament is so endearing,intelligent,loyal.Our lives are so enriched for having her.She displays many of the characteristics of Laika.She is very gentle,& shows great empathy for the other animals in our home.She became foster mother to Rufus,the cat,& Lenny the rat would sit on her back!She sleeps on our bed with us & loves to snack on raw carrots.She also goes"ARRRRWWW!"to which we exclaim "Cool,Zeil!"which tends to encourage her."AJAX"<"SHARNI" <"DOZER"our other dogs seem to adore her as much as we do(so does Rufus). Lisa&Jason <gremlin_the_fish@yahoo.com> Perth:Quinns Rocks, W.A Australia - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 12:32:40 (CDT)
I was extremely moved by your story of Laika. I just lost my "Penny" Sam four weeks ago. Unfortunately, I made the painful decision to put her down due to an ongoing fight with kidney failure. It was probably one of the most difficult things I have had to do in my life. It really helps to know that others have gone through losses and can lend the type of support that is evident in stories such as yours. My best wishes to you and your family. Linae Ishii-Devine <eanil@aol.com> Monterey, CA USA - Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 02:50:21 (CDT)
I truly sympathize for your loss, although it's been a little more two years since Laika passed away. This was one of the first things to actually make me really cry in a long time. I’m really touched, and I can relate to how you and Elyse felt the day Laika died. I just recently (well, actually about seven months ago) lost two very dear pets -- no, friends. They were my first pair of rats, and even though they were small, I loved them. They both had personalities all their own, and were just so sweet, and so cute. They were so dear to me. I remember how Buffy used to romp around the house, always ready to play with anyone she could find. I remember when she used to climb up my leg when she was feeling like I was ignoring her, and how she'd hide behind pillows and play tag with her sister and me. I knew she was going to die, though. It wasn't as sudden as Laika's death. Her sister died a couple weeks later, both having had large tumors in their abdomens, though Buffy also had one above her left forearm. After Buffy had passed away, Suzzie wouldn't play as much as she did before. She'd just lay in the basket Buffy used to always sleep in, nose sticking out and just staring into space .. I remember when I found her dead in her cage after coming back from the store. I was out getting a new sketchpad and some Prismacolors. I don’t even use them now; I feel too guilty when I do. I just wish I could’ve been there when it happened. I remember how horrified I was. I remember the dried blood in her eyes, and the blood that had came out of her mouth and saturated the bedding around it. I remember holding her for hours. She was stiff, and I tried to keep her warm the best I could even though I knew it didn’t matter. And I cried. I cried for days, just like I had when Buffy died. Pets come in all different shapes and sizes. But no matter what, they’ll always leave a lasting impression in your life. Sorry for making that into such a long rant. Didn’t mean to. And I’d like to deeply apologize for Laika’s sudden death. It’s really saddening. Murphy TX USA - Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 02:07:40 (CST)
Im realy sorry laika died in space. I had something like that happen to me but my dog did not die. The goverment just tolk it from me. I realy hope you will be able to get another dog but I know it will probaly never take the place of Laika. (Im only a kid so sorry if my spelling is rong) Best Wishs. Mark <silversteinm@hawaii.rr.com> Honolulu, HI United States - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 11:24:09 (CST)
I like the pictures. Samoyeds are so beautiful and have a good caracter My Samoyeds died last year (15 & 12,5 years old. I miss them so much. I am looking for 2 female pups. Bye, and give your Sam's a big hug from me Nella Nella - Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 01:25:16 (CST)
I have enjoyed reading Laika's website so much, that I am inspired to spend more time and give more attention to my 14-year-old female Siberian Husky, Chere. Your memorial to Laika has reminded me how precious these little angels from God that we call our dogs are. Your relationship with Laika is an inspiration, and the stories have brought back to me many memories of the miniature dachshund, and the male miniature schnauzer I grew up with. Thank you so much. Yvonne Yvonne Robison <yrobison@tra.com> Topeka, KS USA - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 16:05:12 (CST)
i'm so sorry for u my wishes stephvon <von2000@columbus.rr.com> columbus, ohio united states - Friday, February 23, 2001 at 22:20:34 (CST)
My heart is warm to know now who Cain is frolicking with in Heaven. Laika is beautiful...I think Cain defintely has a crush on her. He'd be crazy not to. We'll see them again someday. For now, the memories are as good as a place in Heaven of my own. Take wonderful care. Shannon Myers <shan_girl52@hotmail.com> Maryland - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 22:19:25 (CST)
I lost my beloved Sissy almost a year ago. If someone has never owned a pet, they cannot possibly know the pain that comes with losing them. Since I am not sure we will be living in our home forever, we had sissy cremated. My husband put her box in a safe place where I wouldn't fine it. It upsets me so to know my beautiful Sissy is in that box and can't come out to play. I had him but her favorite toy, a little stuffed cow, with it so she would never be alone. She always took such good care of me and me of her. She will be sorely missed. Thank you so much for this web-site. I can come here and read your entries and remember my dog, through Laika. God Bless you. Trish Carmoney <trish_carmoney@administaff.com> Dallas, Texas USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 10:38:17 (CST)
Beautiful website. I empathize deeply. I lost my beautiful 13 yr old Sammy, Sasha Sobaka, on Nov. 1, 1999. I loved her so much. She was born in Colorado and loved the snow. Her father was Czar Nickolai of Kodiak... she is forever in my heart. I have made a scrapbook about her, and I have tons of pictures of her around my house. I had so many similar reactions to her passing... e.g. I held her so closely when she died, I wanted to remember her feel, and smell...and I keep her collar on my bedpost. Judy Shellabarger <sasha@bigwhitedog.com> Redmond, Oregon USA - Saturday, February 17, 2001 at 02:39:37 (CST)
I'm not sure what to say right now to something so special and touching. I think you have to be an owner to understand the significance of your story. I think that our dogs take their job of taking care of us very seriously and it sounds like Laika was no exception. I like to think that if we are worthy, that some day God will let us be with our angels in Heaven so they can continue doing their jobs for eternity. Something to look forward to don't ya think? Lisa Carter <LisaCarter3@aol.com> Plano, Texas USA - Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 22:57:09 (CST)
Laika was a very beautiful, sweet, samoyed dog. I am very sad about what happened. Pooh Bear what a sweet nickname. Antoinette Adu <
Great web site Francesca Trofa London, England - Monday, February 12, 2001 at 03:32:35 (CST)
You know, it seems to me that Laika waited for you to get home on the day she died. She must have loved you very much. Your tribute to her is wonderful. If only all pets could be as loved as she was. Sandy Cariello <sandycariello@hotmail.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Thursday, February 08, 2001 at 21:16:17 (CST)
I came across your site while looking for Sammie sites. Your site brought tears to my eyes. my first sammie Freddy came to us as a stray.. though i dont remember exactly how many years we had him it wasnt enough. We laid Freddy to rest two summers ago. This last June we got a new sammie named what else Feddy. Though he is still a pup he has might big paws to fill. Maybe one day with all the pictures we have of both Freddys i will make a web site for them. Though i dont think i will compare to yours. Respectfully Jen Jen <Jenben0204@aol.com> DSM Metro area, Iowa US - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 22:42:03 (CST)
I was on the web and decided to look and see if there were any samoyed for sale. I came across your webside and I am still crying. On December 29, 2000, I lost my baby Lady she was a samoyed also. I am having a really hard time getting over her. she was born july 7, 1989. I had to put her down. I think I was a little selfish and waited maybe too long but it still doesn't help the pain I feel. We decided to have her cremated and she is on our parlor shelf. My husband wants another one. I am a little afraid. I was thinking to just get a mixed dog from the pound. I hope that we can all get over our losses. Samoyeds are beautiful pets. Take Care elaine <mooselady1964@aol.com> RI usa - Wednesday, February 07, 2001 at 21:48:03 (CST)
I was looking for pictures of dogs and i saw your website about Laika. It brought tears to my eyes while i was reading your story. I have 2 pomeranians at home and when i finished reading your story, i kissed them both! When i grow up (im only 13 yrs old) i want a samoyed of my own. when i do get one, i hope it could be alot like Laika. Mindy Chen <xpunkymunkygurlx@aol.com> New York City, NY USA - Sunday, February 04, 2001 at 13:28:02 (CST)
I am very sorry Laika died. I read the story in "saying goodbye". when I was reading it, I was crying. in the end why did she die? wendy.wu <www.wendywu92@hotmail.com> sydney, NSW australia - Sunday, January 07, 2001 at 20:14:11 (CST)
You have a beautiful website in memory of your wonderful Laika. I am so very sorry for your loss....... Linda Grossman <cigismom@excite.com> Lomita, CA USA - Wednesday, January 03, 2001 at 16:27:10 (CST)
hello, i am at the wallingford shelter and we have a samoyed mix thats desperate for a good home. hes a 4 year old male that doesn't have the best hips. hes good with other dogs and loves children.. He was orginally owners request and has been at the shelter for quite some time. Too much time actually so if anyone is interested if they could please email me at Ruth.foster@hollins.edu before the end of this week that would be fantastic thanks so much, Ruth Mel <melaineelf@yahoo.com> wallingford, CT - Tuesday, January 02, 2001 at 19:34:38 (CST)
great but very said .I relate to this for we at one time raised chow chows but they are to old now have 3 left ,2 have already died very said time GLAD TO SEE SOMEONE AS CRAZY AS ME dallas johnson <johnsondallas@hotmail.com> stanford, ky. usa - Monday, January 01, 2001 at 21:28:04 (CST)
Laika is really cute. Samoyeds are my favorite dog in the whole world. Sorry that she died. I would be sad too. But that's just life. I'm going to get a samoyed when i grow up. His or her name will be rocky or snowball. I like both of them. Do u? Send me back. Thankx. bye. Alexandra <Puppypower313@aol.com> Philadelphia, Pa USA - Saturday, December 30, 2000 at 08:27:24 (CST)
i think ur dog is very cute Jessica <OneCoolCorgi@aol.com> ??????????????, New Jersey U.S.A. - Thursday, December 21, 2000 at 14:53:07 (CST)
We got our dog Abita at a shelter and they had no idea what breed she was. But after looking at your site I have not doubt that she's part Samoyed!! Laika's expressions remind me of our dog. You have some wonderful pictures. Beth <Beth@gtf.org> Atlanta, GA - Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 17:10:19 (CST)
Hello my grandparents had sent me the link to this website so that I could see about other Samoyeds. We lost our samoyed dog Lucky to diabetes and it was a terrible time. I wrote a poem for him and would like to share it with everyone; you may include this on your website as a link if you wish. My Trip Into Heaven By: Melissa Sabo I opened the gates to get a look inside to see if there was anywhere my Lucky might hide "Hey have you seen him? He's white with brown spots" "his collar is pink, no polka dots" I went up to the deskman to see if he'd checked in the deskamn just smiled as he lifted his pen he looked for a moment then nodded a yes "Yes, miss, we have Lucky, he's our favorite guest" "You'll find him in Heaven in room forty-three where he will be lying beneath a willow tree" "Your dog is not blind now he sees with his eyes so go into Heaven and see your surprise" "But you cannot stay long" said the deskman to me "the time has not come for you you aren't ready to be" So i rushed into Heaven, to room forty-three and saw my little doggie underneath the willow tree Lucky! Oh Lucky! I cried out in joy there he was playing with his favorite stuffed toy! I watched in amusement my heart leaped for joy here was my lucky my little baby boy He was in Heaven where he should be To live out his life For all Eternity. Anyone who wishes to receive a copy of this by mail can contact me for further information. Thank you and have a nice day. Melissa <LissaBaby23x3@aol.com> Daytona Beach, Florida USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 12:53:33 (CST)
We lost our Lucky 3/10/2000 We miss him so much . My grandaughter wrote a poem but she is not here right now but will send it later. My heart is still broken . Cathey & Bill <Snodriftt> Port Orange, Fl Volusia - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 19:59:38 (CST)
Your page is very touching. I also had a Samoyed for many years, that I loved dearly. Nastasha was her name... I got her when I was 3 years old, and she was with me until I went away to college. She was the best dog a boy could ever want. Always there, never leaving my side... It broke my heart when she passed away. I will always cherish my youth spent with her there. Kyle Williams <kybwilli@indiana.edu> Bloomington, IN USA - Monday, December 11, 2000 at 22:37:37 (CST)
My dog looks like Lakita. Her name is Sugar Bear. She was born in July, 1991 in San Bernardino, Calif. I was a cat person, but she chose me as her owner. She was about 8 weeks old and was owned by the neighbors next door. They did alot of drugs and had 9 kids. They would give the kids little animals to keep them busy. The kids were abusing her by throwing her over the fence and hit her with a baseball bat. One day, she ran right through the screen-door crying. Somehow she knew that I would protect her. I told my husband that those people would not get her back, ever! My husband offered them $5.00 for her, and of course they took it (they needed more drugs). Anyway, she was the best investment I ever made. Since then my husband and I have divorced. He chose drugs also. I've had to raise my twin boys alone. Sugar Bear has been my rod, my strength, my best friend. She is getting older now and I know that one day I'll have to say goodbye. One of my sons is on the floor petting her right now. He viewed your website with me and he almost broke down. We feel your pain. Please reply Jan V. Janice Vanderhoef <carebee56@myplace.com> Apple Valley, California USA - Saturday, December 09, 2000 at 01:03:18 (CST)
I love the pictures. I have also lost a pet. It was only a hamster. But we all loved him. We really miss him. I know how you felt. Michi - Monday, November 06, 2000 at 16:29:49 (CST)
I am so sorry for your loss. Reading the letter that you wrote after your loss, I cried my heart out! It only makes me realize that my life with my babies should be cherished ones and that I should not take for granted the time that I have with them on this earth...I have a small fox terrier and a dachshund. I am so glad that you shared this with us all! Kelly Stone <lotsofnookie@earthlink.net> Kissimmee, Florida USA - Saturday, November 04, 2000 at 23:57:50 (CST)
This is a new samoyed web site, only romanian of the profile.Soon great pictures.It is not finished yet. COSTYRADU <samoyed@home.ro> Bucharest, none Romania - Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 16:54:28 (CDT)
GREAT WEB PAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Made me cry. I have a dog too and she is my whole life. Krissy Newfoundland CANADA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 15:47:21 (CDT)
I just layed by beautiful samoyed down Oct 9th. I've been reading all the samoyed web pages I can because the memories of others and their dogs comfort me some what. I miss my dog so much. She was 13, everyone loved her in the nieghborhood I am hoping to get another samoyed soon. She was a great companion and friend. 5 years ago when I moved to my current home I was in the process of a divorce, that dog was with me through some tough times. We were a team. Your laika sounds like a wonderful dog also. I think it is really great the way you have this tribute to your special samoyed friend Chris <B4cfk@aol.com> Martinez , CALIF USA - Tuesday, October 24, 2000 at 19:03:48 (CDT)
I have a samoyed also. Her name is Brook. She is my world! Colleen Hogan <hogancolleen@hotmail.com> Conception Bay, Newfoundland Canada - Wednesday, October 18, 2000 at 13:22:46 (CDT)
so cool!!!!!!! Maddy <loswindsor@aol.com> Windsor, ontario Canada - Monday, October 09, 2000 at 13:46:43 (CDT)
Hi I came across your web page, to help my son with his homework, he has to draw 4 pictures of his pet in different positions, So I logged onto Samoyed's. First of all I saw a photo of Laika, it was just like looking at my Samoyed Shana, then I read the dates below the photo, and realised, I went to your heading, saying goodbye, after reading it, the tears were rolling down my face, I feel so much for you,because when they become a part of your family, you grow to love them so much, and you get so much love back. Samoyeds are a Beautiful dog in every way, we treat Shana as though she is a baby, weve had her 4 years from being a puppy, and we wish she could live for ever. Anyway please eccept our condolences, and the memory of the happy times you had with Laika. Bye The Shanley family Hazel Shanley <d.shanley@cableinet.co.uk> Blackpool, Lancashire England - Wednesday, September 27, 2000 at 06:40:32 (CDT)
I can not find words to tell you how I am feeling right now. The tears are running down my face just as hard as the day I lost my Laika. He was a pure white wolf/malamute. He was a loyal, protective and loving companion for 13 years. I miss him so much even today. And it has been 10 years since his passing. I dedicated the wolfspirit page on my website to him. Thank you for sharing and giving me the oppurtunity to share with you. Given with respect for all life. Mary (SunRae) <yanks2@webtv.net> Virginia USA - Saturday, August 12, 2000 at 13:27:20 (CDT)
I finally figured out how to get to your page! I am sitting her with tears in my eyes as I read your goodbye page. My Sasha arrooos too and I just felt like I was there... I know what your talking about when you describe her playfullness and talking. I am so sorry ... I hope to hear from you... Do you know what she died of? It really scared me. Me again Brenna <bengatales@yahoo.com> MI USA - Sunday, July 23, 2000 at 17:57:21 (CDT)
I tried to find your pages but couldn't find a link. I own an overstuffed white fluff ball named Sasha:) If you get a chance send me your url. Peace, Brenna Brenna <bengatales@yahoo.com> MI USA - Sunday, July 23, 2000 at 17:48:41 (CDT)
I like the Page, I have a dog names DUSTY in Germany.... Nicole Feddermann <Twin678878845@aol.com> Alpharetta, GA - Saturday, July 22, 2000 at 11:33:06 (CDT)
I was looking for a picture of Samoyeds as my co-worker was telling me about her dog. I did a search and came up with this site. Glory! I really enjoyed reading everything and looking at the pictures of your beloved Laika. It was all very nicely done, your comments, recollections and the design are great. I feel like I "know" Laika now, and the special place she has in your lives, which chronicles almost exactly my own relationship with my beloved Shephard mix, Tashi. This is well written and put together, and I could not leave it without seeing every page. Thanks for the memories. Michelle Dowdy Chicago, IL - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 11:08:26 (CDT)
Dear "Laika's Companion", I was wandering thru w.w.websites looking for a Samoyed breeder in Norway when I came across your home page for laika. The name was... well... curious enough that I just HAD to pop in and see what was up. Since alot of time has passed since your Samoyed's death in March 99, I'm guessing that you probably don't even check on comments from this site anymore but I thought... "What the heck, if I had a site this nice for "Nanook", I'd check in from time to time myself!" So, you have probably already guessed it... I had a "once-in-a-lifetime" companion who happened to be a male Samoyed named (officially) "Nanook Of The North". (Nanook means "bear" in eskimo.) When he had to be put to sleep- after over 11 years of unquestioning loyalty and companionship to me, my family, and ANYONE else who he came across (except for one police officer a long time ago... but I never could figure that one out...)- I was left emotionally "empty" for quite awhile. I told myself I'd never want another pet because it was too hard to say good-bye like that. Well, here I am, in Norway! It's almost been a year since Nanook died and I would be willing to find another sammy if he could be 1/2 the friend Nanook was. There were things that you wrote that reminded me of Nanook, and also that reminded me that I hadn't forgotten all of the sadness of losing him after all. Besides that, you are a pretty darn good writer! But then again, I was VERY partial to the subject matter! ha ha.... It's funny, I first "met" and chose Nanook to be my puppy in San Diego, CA where it was too much warmer than he"deserved" to live (by "heritage"). Last Feb., I moved to Norway and, one weekend just after I got here, it snowed continueously for two days resulting in about 24" of fresh snow! (The norwegians didn't seem to be as impressed by the whole thing like I was! ha ha) That weekend, I was especially sad that I never got a chance to bring Nanook with me to Norway... I know he would have felt more "at home" physically and spiritually than any of the other places we lived. But then again, I know I often had this habit of thinking that Nanook was thinking what I was thinking he SHOULD be thinking! Could you follow that? ha ha... All the while, he was probably just wondering when the next Jeep ride was or when he could pee on something or when the next meal was... But I knew deep down, and every one else knew, that Nanook and I had a special bond over all others. For whatever reason. Anyway, thanks for the great website and "thanks for the memories..." (both of your Samoyed Laika and my Samoyed Nanook). With Admiration, Tom Robinson, of Oslo Norway by way of Indiana, Pennslyvania, Michigan and California. (Nanook followed me everywhere but here...) P.S. I loved Nanook so much I "bought" him a female Samoyed (...who was really supposed to be a gift for my at-the-time girlfriend/wife but I had Nanook in mind the whole time...)! Her name was "Nanook's Princess Natasha". (The name of the samoyed of course! ha ha) Thomas M. Robinson <n.t.robinson@sensewave.com> Oslo, Norway - Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 11:30:47 (CDT)
In 1993, my beloved cat of 18 years, Chat Chat, died while I was at work. I found her on the couch when I came home. It was not unexpected. She had not been feeling well for weeks before and, somehow, through her eyes and the plaintive way that she looked at me, both of us knew the end was near. It took many years before I could accept having another pet because I did not want to diminish Chat Chat's memory in my mind. But in January of this year (2000) I unexpectedly encountered a litter of Samoyed puppies up for adoption and, by early February, I knew that one of them would come into my life. Like Laika with you, my puppy more adopted me than vice versa. Maybe it was the way that he licked my cheek and ear. Maybe it was the way that he rolled over when I scratched his belly. I named him Jake. He is now 9 months old, as he was already a bit older when I adopted him. He looks so much like your pictures of Laika it is astonishing. His actions also mimic greatly your descriptions of Laika. Jake is such a joy that I do not know how I lived without a pet for so long. I know that there will come a day when Jake is no longer in my life, like Chat Chat before him and like Laika has left you, but I will always love, honor and respect him. He is my best friend. I have learned that, although we cannot replace a pet that we have lost, there is always room in our hearts for another friend and it enriches us immeasurably to do so. I know that you can never find another Laika, but I urge you to consider adding another pet to your life, if you have not yet done so. I am certain that you will not regret it. Marty <derryman23@aol.com> Plainsboro, NJ - Tuesday, July 11, 2000 at 15:30:52 (CDT)
My wife and I have two Samoyeds, Hercules (8 years old, and he grew into his name, 110 lbs, but not fat) and our female named LAIKA! We named her for the same reasons you did. (1st dog in space and the constellation). We love our Sammies more than anything else in our lives. Herc has had nothing but heath problems in his short life, with losing an eye to gluacoma, a total hip replacement and a thyroid condition. He is on alot of medication for the rest of his life. But he is not in any pain and he still romps around like a little puppy! Our LAIKA is 7 years old and only 40 lbs. (Both are purebreeds with papers, just on the extreme oppisite ends of the weight spectrum.) She has nothing but energy, just as you decribe your Laika. She has also been spade and has adopted a squeek toy as her own child (in her case, an orange soccer ball that we have named Jimmy). She makes sure that Jimmy is taken care of before she goes outside or goes to bed. She loves to give kisses and sleep on the bed with us (and we love it too) and wakes me up in the morning by laying on my chest and nuzzleing her nose in the crick of my neck. You can't put a price on that. We also have many different names for our Laika, and she answers to them all because she is so smart. (Like all Samoyeds.) I cried when I read the goodbye to your Laika knowing that some day we will have to do the same thing. Scott <hightpt@aol.com> - Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 17:34:35 (CDT)
This is the first time I have seen you site .I look for anything Sammie. I have 3 and love each one .I cryed reading your words and know all of us will feel your pain.I hope I can find a wayto honor them as you have Laika Cindy <Luwheat@aol.com> parma, OHIO U.S. - Sunday, June 25, 2000 at 16:43:34 (CDT)
Sorry about your dog. It looks so adorble. I love dogs. . - Thursday, June 22, 2000 at 12:59:20 (CDT)
Visited your site a year ago. Have treasured the URL in my favorites list ever since. I cannot re-visit beyond the first page. How special it is to have to share with friends when they are in need. It is an excellent 'grieving tool,' if there can be such a thing. Last summer I was blessed by finding a American Eskimo Minature. She was abandoned in the woods near my place. When I first saw her I thought she was a white fox. It took days of putting food down and just sitting still beside it before she would come up to me. She had a problem with 'submisive wetting' and was also a chewer. These are not 'killing' offences. How could anyone just throw a dog out to the woods? She is all over her little problems and we love having her. As a matter of fact, she rules the other three rescued dogs we have. Thank you for your wonderful site. Reading your Guestbook does my heart good. Janice janice mcdonald <finetuned@svic,net> bell, fl USA - Sunday, June 04, 2000 at 08:37:09 (CDT)
Just by what you have written I love laika! i cryed for at least 2 hours when i read the story. :*( it is terribly sad but now she is in a better place with my dog. My dog was a sammy and died within 5 min. we let him outside and he never came back. He had no poison or heartattack nor animal marks. He died from a mysterious death that we do not know what it was. He was only 3 years old...he dies before his birthday. i cried very much...reading this story reminded me or him...i love sammys and always will...never forget laika ~nicky :) Nicky <Nicky47846@aol.com> Toms River, New Jersey United States - Saturday, June 03, 2000 at 19:52:25 (CDT)
I was looking for Samoyed picture websites when I found yours...I grew up with a female Sammy, who just "arrived" in a basket under the Christmas tree in 1967 with a red ribbon tied around her neck! Your website reminded me of the love with which my mother cared for our Mushka, and underlined how much work and time goes into caring for such a beautiful but time consuming animal. Mushka was put to sleep at aged 13 1/2, after a long a good life being the centre of attention for our whole family. The pictures we have would fill at least 10 websites! It is startling how much your Laika looks like our Mushka, and I am looking forward to showing your website to my mother one day soon. The loss of one's pet, a pain I recently have encountered again. As an adult,the most wonderful cat adopted me in 1986. He recently died at aged 13 1/2..his name was Toby, who we know now was definitely a Maine Coon. A cat with the temperament of a dog! He would follow me everywhere just as any dog would...he was just incredible. My husband and I exist now, with our emotions ever present, our tears often hidden or quickly wiped away, and our hearts ever empty. He has only seen pictures of my Mushka, but now after the loss of our Toby, he understands how much I have missed Mushka always. He promises me that we'll get a Maine Coon and another Sammy...I don't know if I can "bear" it! Having met and come to know your Laika, I thank you for sharing this dog with us. She will live on in my memory, as she will in all of those who have had the pleasure of seeing this truly wonderful website. Fay Fuerst <fuerstlaw@netcom.ca> Toronto, , Ontario Canada - Saturday, May 27, 2000 at 15:12:05 (CDT)
I have got a 2 years old sammy boy called Jimmy.This morning I couldn't control my tears while I was reading 'saying goodbye'I'm 43 years old,and I hope that I he can live longer than me. I can share and understand your feelings on your 'silly bear'. I'm sure she had a happy life with you and wishing her a same in her other life.(if there is any?) Sorry I can't write any more at the moment, because my tears not allow me. bye for now. fehime <fehime@bahcesehir.edu.tr> Ýstanbul, Turkey - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 01:54:12 (CDT)
We recently (March 2000) got our own sammy. We love him soooo much my heart goes out to you.... Hope you will some day open your hheart to love another one of these beautiful animals!!!!!!! Thankk you for sharing all of your wonderful memories. Debbie Fiore <jdarefiore@uswest.net> arvada, colorado usa - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 22:08:44 (CDT)
I can understand the pain you must have felt at the loss of Laika. I recently had to have my cat Lucky put to sleep. Lucky was almost 24 years old, and she was truly a member of our family. The final trip to the vet was the hardest thing I have ever had to do. I'm sure you have found as I did, that hardly a day goes by that you don't think about your friend. DeVere Parkinson <pdevere1@uswest.net> Salt Lake City, UT USA - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 00:34:31 (CDT)
Everyone who has ever loved and lost a dog knows your pain. I am sorry that I too know the pain of your loss. In memory of my Pattie Cake, West Highland White Terrier. Georgia <JawjaPeach@aol.com> Little Rock, AR USA - Saturday, May 20, 2000 at 23:27:34 (CDT)
That`s really sad....you must`ve really enjoyed that dog. She looks too sweet 2 pass away. ;_; Grey USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2000 at 18:16:22 (CDT)
Your dog looks the cutest dog ever, You must miss him so much but at least you have all those photographs Alexandra Mudd - Friday, April 28, 2000 at 14:49:13 (CDT)
I think this is a great website. I love samoyed dogs and I have one of my own. They are very lovable and I know that the information you give is quite realistic. Thank you for making this website worth my time. Leslie Erickson <LovrPete52284@aol.com> Council Bluffs, Iowa US - Wednesday, April 26, 2000 at 21:42:06 (CDT)
I am so sorry for your lose. I have had my samoyed for 2 years and I could never imagine losing her, she is very special. Melissa Perth, W.A. Australia - Wednesday, April 26, 2000 at 02:40:15 (CDT)
My sixteen year old daughter and I have our first dog and he's a Samoyed (mix Golden Retriever). His name is Chester and strongly favors more the Samoyed. He is one years old and is already such a big part of my life. I am more compassionate now than ever to your grief at losing Bear. I too, like most that have replied, cried with sadness over your loss. I don't believe there is anything that can be said to relieve you of your grief however I'm truly sorry for your loss. The pictures you've shared are wonderful and she was a beautiful dog. I'm glad you both had each other to see yourself through this very difficult time. You obviously gave Bear a wonderful life and a great deal of love. Peggy Hall <PEGGY-SUE-HALL@msn.com> Ca USA - Sunday, April 23, 2000 at 11:36:43 (CDT)
i am sorry candace <chagen12@hotmail.com> anita, ia usa - Saturday, April 22, 2000 at 22:05:59 (CDT)
I loved your pictures. this is my first time using the internet.I have been in samoyeds for 12yrs,I show my dogs.our most recent win was with ICEMIST SNOW WARRIOR WHO GOT HIS CHAMPIONSHIP IN eNGLAND LAST YEAR. fiona clarke icemist kennels <newstart@indigo.ie> new ross, wexford Ireland - Thursday, April 20, 2000 at 06:01:10 (CDT)
Queria saber como eran los perros samoyed porque estaba pensando comprar uno.Y cuando me tope con tu pagina quede totalmente decidida que es la mascota perfecta. Me rei con las fotos y llore con tu relato. Senti que conoci a Laika a traves de tu historia. Siento mucho tu perdida. Yo te entiendo. Gracias por hacer feliz a Laika. La gente que quiere a los animales es gente buena. Sige adelante! Tienes mucho talento y eres un hombre muy preparado.Tu amiga Leyza Leyza Enid Aviles Maysonet <fantito @ hotmail.com> San juan, Puerto Rico Puert Rico - Thursday, April 20, 2000 at 04:11:14 (CDT)
She wass a special bear. Yess she wass. and still earrs. musica_o <musica_o@yahoo.com> Pokem, USA - Tuesday, April 18, 2000 at 22:26:33 (CDT)
we read your story and feel solice in the loss of our own sammie (aspen)as we were unable to express our own pain.our condolences and appreciation for sharing. ron and karen edwardsville, il usa - Monday, April 17, 2000 at 10:33:53 (CDT)
I am sorry your dog died i also have a samoyed bbut when read that story on saying goodby i cried i cant imagian what wuold happen if my dog died. marni leigh <butterflies_us@go.com> marion, in united states - Sunday, April 16, 2000 at 19:43:51 (CDT)
I loved your page and I know how hard it is. I lost Kisha my Sammie of 10 years on the 4th of July last year and it felt like I lost my best friend. Lanette <carlylesk9s@earthlink.net> East Prairie, MO UnitedStates - Friday, April 14, 2000 at 20:08:51 (CDT)
We lost our Katie a month ago. The loss is great and we both miss her terribly. She was the light in my eyes as I was her's. I can't imagine another dog being so fullfilling again but we're going to find out. There was some thing in her Sammy spirit that we must have in our life again but there will always be only one Katie. We share in your loss and grief. Marty & Margaret Hall Marty Hall <71250.24@compuserve.com> Fairbanks, Alaska - Thursday, April 13, 2000 at 02:01:21 (CDT)
I am 11 years old nd live with seven cats and a dog, Mcenzie. I was totally touched when I read about Laika's death. I literally and honestly cried. I think that your must be an animal lover, as I am myself. I hope that you are able to cope with Laika's death and I'm sure that Laika is very happy in her new home and when you are gone you will reunite with your beloved dog!! Thank you for loving animals so much... ~*Lauran-kat*~ <lauran_kat2000@hotmail.com> Toronto, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, April 05, 2000 at 19:09:45 (CDT)
I accidently ran in to your page when i was looking for a lyrics of a boy name sammie that sing a song called i like it. i click in a linc that was called sammie -linka and i was there in your website then i saw a cute little dag and then i became to click and read. your dog looks like my dog they are so cute. r.i.p linka ANNIE <BABY TALAYA@AOL.COM> STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK NEW YORK - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 17:41:10 (CDT)
she was really loved/and so were you-REALLY SPECIAL WEB PAGE! LAUREN HOUSTON, TEXAS USA - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at 11:17:26 (CST)
Laika looked fantastic and such a playful dog, its a shame we didn't know her alex <bryanm@phonelink.com> Liverpool, Merseyside England - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at 04:46:29 (CST)
Hallo!! You have a fine homepage.Very good pictures. Many greetings Gunilla Karlstrom Sweden. Gunilla Karlström <Cessibonskennel@swipnet.se> Odensbacken, Sweden - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at 03:56:37 (CST)
I know you hear this a lot, but I am so sorry for your loss. I have a 13 year old Samoyed and I dread the day that I won't have her anymore. Amanda <Swankin1234@aol.com> Coon Rapids, MN - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 22:40:19 (CST)
I know you hear this a lot, but I am so sorry for your loss. I have a 13 year old Samoyed and I dread the day that I won't have her anymore. Amanda <Swankin1234@aol.com> Coon Rapids, MN - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 22:38:07 (CST)
your dog is very cute. I used to have a swamoyed but she died last year. Sarah Dawn <marrs-bars@excite.com> reading, michigan usa - Wednesday, March 29, 2000 at 11:08:33 (CST)
I found your websire by accident while trying to find out why Laika the dog was famous. I'm glad I looked through your site. Laika was a beautiful dog. As I read your story I started to cry I know what it is like to loose a much loved pet. I hope you are able to find another dog, not to replace Laika but to love just as much as you loved Laika. It's obvious from your webpage that you loved Laika very much and i'm sure there is a puppy or dog that needs loving. Kirsty Thomson <Steamy_Hot_chick'hotmail.com> Gloucester, England - Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at 13:37:22 (CST)
i have a dog i love too and the same color of lakia. when i read what happen it was sad. r.i.p lakia Annie Wyche <Baby Talaya@aol.com> Staten Island, ny ny - Saturday, March 25, 2000 at 18:30:01 (CST)
!sorry for my english!! pretty and sad history. a good tribute for a good friend. I never forget LAIKA. with love carlos carlos <carlos@imagine.com.co> bogota, colombia - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 17:35:05 (CST)
miss ya Brandon Phoenix, arizona us - Wednesday, March 22, 2000 at 09:24:26 (CST)
I think Laika was a very cute dog. My family and I were thinking about getting this kind of dog. Now that I found this website and shared it with the rest of my family we are sure that we want this kind of dog! Megan <Blueberry1187@aol.com> Michigan United States - Tuesday, March 21, 2000 at 14:42:28 (CST)
I am crying whilst I type.So very loved, like all our Sams. Pam Taylor <Taylornaduska@aol.com> Cuddington, Cheshire UK - Thursday, March 16, 2000 at 08:56:36 (CST)
My puppy Anna Starr looks so much like Laika. I was looking for info on Samoyeds and came across your page. It's beautiful-both in words and pictures. I was never a dog person until an older Terrier mix named Bobby adopted me a few years ago as his new owner. Sadly Bobby passed away also in March of 1999. I vowed never to replace him. As time went by all I could think about was the happiness Bobby had brought to me and I felt a very urgent need to have that happiness again. Now I have Anna Starr and she is a light in my life. You can never replace Laika,but you may need to replace the love that she gave to you. Best Wishes To You. Dianne Baxter <iamdb@teleclipse.net> Tennessee Ridge, TN USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 14:15:24 (CST)
I cannot express how deeply your tribute to You lovely Sammy effected me. My wife and have had and loved many dogs, including Sammoyeds and have been through their loss several times. Our hearts are with you. Myron Roth <sammypanz@yahoo.com> Willingboro, NJ USA - Sunday, March 12, 2000 at 22:06:04 (CST)
Hi: I read you story, and I end up in tears. I can relate very much to you. Ihave a Samoyed male named Tommy. He's the gratest for me. He's seven also now and with some back problems. But he's doing fine. Well we just wanted to say hello. Tommy and Adriana Adriana Flores000 <doraadriana@yahoo.com> San Diego, CA USA - Sunday, March 12, 2000 at 12:13:05 (CST)
Thank you for your heart warming, but tragic loss of a true friend. As you see, I have to lost a sammy pal who will forever stand in my heart. They are friends forever! Tina Pruitt Mebane, N.C - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 13:12:55 (CST)
Today I was seachinng the net for some advise on the aging Samoyed and came across your site. I am so deeply moved by "saying goodbye" and "what I'll miss" which I almost did not dare visit. (My Sam is now 12.) I did read on and was so touched that someone felt exactly as I do about my friend. I know our days are numbered..each day a new blessing. He is unable to climb stairs anymore so we sleep together downstairs, he on one of many beds, me on sofa or loveseat..just a head pat away. I want to be sure I am with him as many minutes as I can. It look at him and know he is aging, then I see his smile and the turn of his head and wag of his tail and think...he is amazing. Your Laika had a wonderful friend...aren't you glad she picked you... Alexis Johnston <lextac@prodigy.net> Rocky Hill, CT USA - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 11:07:57 (CST)
Thank you for sharing Laika with me I can, so relate ... I love my Keesha so much and your snow puppy looks so much like mine. I couldn't imagine life with out her and I was not a dog person. Catherine Dixon Altoona, Pa USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 16:24:20 (CST)
I'm so sorry to hear that dog has die. Sante - Thursday, March 02, 2000 at 10:48:40 (CST)
We feel your pain...Laika looked like a beautiful and happy best friend. We just lost our Samoyed (Sheena) to diabetes after 12.5 great years. We really miss her. Bill and Jill Hamilton <lookzboat@aol.com> Toledo, Ohio USA - Wednesday, March 01, 2000 at 18:49:16 (CST)
I really love your website. Laika was a beautiful dog, and I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my 8 year old Eskie a couple of years ago. I had had her since I was 8 years old; it was practically like SHE raised ME. When I saw her for that last time, still warm, with her eyes closed, I held her so tight. I never wanted to let go of her. She had brought so much to my life, and I knew I could never have another friend like her. About a year and a half later, I was finally ready to get another dog, this time a cinnamon chow named Dakota. I've had him for 2 years now, and he is so wonderful, and now I'M raising HIM. I hope I have a long relationship with Dakota, and I hope you are both capable of having one with a new pet. And often, the most wonderful friends do come in small furry packages. Sincerely, Karen Karen <BKDwa69@aol.com> Charleston, SC USA - Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 14:38:31 (CST)
Thanks so much for your website. I read "saying goodbye" and cried. We also lost two Sammys, Delta, the mother and her daughter, Crystal. Please see my e:mail message. Mary Mary Jones <samoyedbear@att.net> Severn, MD USA - Tuesday, February 22, 2000 at 17:42:10 (CST)
sorry for your loss. claire <underdogg003@aol.com> edina, MN US - Saturday, February 19, 2000 at 08:01:35 (CST)
My heart joined the thousands on November 29, 1999 when my friend, Baby, stopped running. Baby was a Chow, my sweet Baby bear. I do not think I have ever had anything devistate me as much as Baby's death. My vet, a super sweet man, tried to put in in perspective for me by telling me that God had called Baby home. I still cry at any given hour of the day as I miss her so much. My husband bought me a Samoyed puppy for Christmas. His name is Saint Simon, named for the island off the coast of Georgia that I grew up on. Simon is a sweet pup. I was browsing through your pictures to see the different stages of puppyhood. Instead of just browsing I became spellbound by your beautiful, touching memories of your laika. What a nice tribute to such a beautiful dog. Thank you for sharing your happiness and sorrow with all of us. Kim Stocker <stocker@enter.net> Northampton, PA USA - Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 17:16:02 (CST)
A beautiful website to a cherished friend. My mother had two samoyeds (Sasha and Sophie). I remember when Sasha died. I live out of town, but came home for the last day of his life. He was old and mostly blind, but still knew he was in a loving household. We stayed up with him for hours as he faded and when we woke up in the morning he was gone. Sophie, the younger dog, died a few years later and I could not say goodbye to her the same way. Your site brought back a number of memories, both good ones and sad. I am currently considering a new dog. I don't know if it will be a samoyed or not, but I really appreciated your site. Sincerely, Chris Christopher Howard Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 10:13:56 (CST)
Thank you for sharing your story. I was in here looking at the breed. We had a stray come to our home about a month ago. A white breed of a dog. I know it was part chow by the way he looked and the dark tongue. I didnt know what other mix of breed he had til now. He is a beautiful dog and so good w/ my two young boys. Only problem is I have to bring him to the Human Society tomorrow. It breaks my heart but the day was bound to come. Last night he got head strong over our bassett hound and then the shepard turned defensive. See, the white dog was the new one to the pack and the bassett hound was alway the leader, so he thought. Some blood was spilled, but no so that we needed to go to the vet. I feel so guilty but we have tried to find a home for this dog we called "snowball". All I would like you to do for me -is say a prayer for this stray. For I know if we never took him in he would have died. He came to us, which we live in a wooded area on a back road and he showed up on the start of the below zero weather. Thank you again for your time. I think I needed to read your story and have a little cry and to vent my feelings, for I really care for this dog but we can't keep him. He was really easy and good w/ my two boys. Thank you!!! Diane Douglas <ddouglas@cvps.com> Rutland , VT - Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 16:26:57 (CST)
Great Photos. I loved them. I have an 8 year old Samoyed, his name is King. Looking at your pictures just remind me of how fun King is and how I appreciate having him. God bless you all. Valerie Fowler <vfowler@thomasnelson.com> Nashville, TN USA - Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 09:22:54 (CST)
I haven't cried at reading something so moving to me for countless months. Bless your heart and ability to communicate your special feelings. May Laika live in your actions towards others, as I hope your words and the feelings they brought to me will touch more than me. Cliff MacNiven <cmacniven@att.net> Redlands, CA USA - Monday, February 14, 2000 at 21:55:49 (CST)
I'm so Sorry about Laika. Laika is in a better place now. All you can do is remember the good time Iaika and you spent together. You will see her again do not forget Iaika. Deja Lasha Jones Newnan, GA Georiga - Sunday, February 13, 2000 at 13:10:04 (CST)
I like your eulogy for Laika. It brought back all my feelings for my long-gone Sadie, a basset hound, and reminded me (though I don't need it) to value my Welsh corgi, Simon, for as long as I can have him. Virginia Hoffstrom <vhoff@darientel.net> St.Simons Is., GA USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 16:14:59 (CST)
When I look at a samoyed no matter how beautiful they look I just melt. darcy <daroel@ekcs.neric.org> Russell, New York U.S. - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 14:37:51 (CST)
You have a special heart and a very special pup. My 5 yr old pup, Bear, passed 6 yrs ago, and your site has stirred alot of memories. Now I have Tonka who was born on Thanksgiving Day 4 yrs ago. Alot of things you spoke of and the pictures showed are very similar to the lovable traits that Bear had and Tonka has. My famillies prayers go out to you and Laika. It's ruff but remember the great times you've had, nothing can take them from you. Jim <jchampli@mtel.com> Ridgeland, Ms USA - Thursday, February 03, 2000 at 11:10:06 (CST)
My beloved "George" also known as georgeous Georges, died suddenly just after turning 9. He was a sammy/golden mix and very beautiful and smart. He carried himself like a star, appearing for his public. I will forever miss him and love him. Karen <prgavin@msn.com> Boston, MA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 15:57:07 (CST)
I have a 9 year old samoyed named sammy. He is my best friend and I love him soooo much. I can feel your pain, but hope that I don't have to go through it for a very long time. Your story was truly touching. I sat and cried as I read it. I am sorry this had to happen to you. I only hope you can find peace in knowing that she had a good life with people that love her. Always hold onto the happy memories you share. Stay strong!! emily <emjball@aol.com> ames , iowa usa - Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 11:55:20 (CST)
My dog Dusty is going to go to sleep. So I know how you feel. My dad will really miss him he was his best friend. Misty178334 <Misty178334@aol.com> PA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 10:20:32 (CST)
Simply wonderful. Sandy <snowdog@frontiernet.net> Lima, N.Y. - Sunday, January 09, 2000 at 17:36:56 (CST)
Simply wonderful. Sandy <snowdog@frontiernet.net> Lima, N.Y. - Sunday, January 09, 2000 at 17:36:31 (CST)
I have an almost five-year old female Samoyed, Jade Snow Bear, and I identified completely with your remembrances of Laika. What wonderful friends they are. Thank you for sharing your memories. I'll give Jade an extra hug and kiss tonight when I get home. Lorraine <lhill@dshs.wa.gov> Ellensburg, WA US - Thursday, January 06, 2000 at 16:30:58 (CST)
I enjoyed reading this page, it really hit close to home- a week ago i lost my best friend Snowball- she was only 10 yrs old and she seemed so young.And she died so unexpectly like Laika. This was the first friend I lost and it really hurt. This page makes me this of her and started crying my eyes out again. But I know their both in a happy place now. Nikki Buffalo, NY USA - Tuesday, January 04, 2000 at 18:57:24 (CST)
What a moving tribute as I sit in a puddle of tears. As of all things I was searching for pictures of Y2K bugs for a practical joke, when I happened across your wonderful site. After almost 8 years without my best friend Rocky it instantly stirred fond and moving memories: his scrunching across the cold marble floor in the days of summer to escape the heat, his outrunning snowmobiles, his swimming (while snorting scared) and looking like a big muskrat, his game of running away from home (weekly) so he could be chased (but never caught) only to return an hour later panting and scratching at the screen door, his burping with his fellow humans, his patient wating to open his Christmas presents and acting surprised when he opened his huge yearly rawhide bone, his huge smile and curled tail, and on and on. Laika was a beautiful friend and it is truly uncanny how similar her gestures, features and mannerisms resembled my own friend. A true gift from God, if only on loan to us for a short time. This time of year is especially hard as the Sam is a friend of Christmas. My thoughts go out to you for your enormous loss. Jim Jim Hammer <hammer@ais.net> North Aurora, IL USA - Monday, January 03, 2000 at 09:31:15 (CST)
Hi I'm Patricia I read the story of Laika and its really sad. I had a dog Buffy who died the same day as Laika I really loved her two I really miss but I'v got a new puppy just like her to help me to remember her, Bye. Patricia - Friday, December 31, 1999 at 18:00:37 (CST)
hello from a fellow sammy lover member sca doreen kearney la mirada, cal. - Thursday, December 30, 1999 at 17:07:43 (CST)
My thoughts are with you. I want to thank you for this site because it made me laugh (the burping part) I adopted my Sam at 9 years old because he had no home. I had him for 4 years before he died November 27, 1999. I miss him so much and I am still having a tough time with it. I missed him at Christmas when I put up my tree and I didn't have him there to take a picture. I hate coming through the door from work and not having Sam there to greet me. Sam was my first dog and I had no idea that this would be so hard to get over. He was such a big part of my life though I only had him for 4 years. He will always be "My Boy". I hope he and Laika are running on a big beach now becaus that is what he loved to do most. Thank you again for your website and for letting me go on and on. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim Wallman <Jim_Wallman@yahoo.com> North Miami, Florida - Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at 23:58:34 (CST)
Laika is still with you! She is living in your heart now! Lanny <lanny@mind.net> Orem, UT USA - Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at 18:46:27 (CST)
Watched video "My Life as a Dog". Repeated references to "Laika" the dog who was sent into orbit. Laika starved for lack of food--main character (a little boy) was starving for lack of love. Its tone was light but the message was very heavy--thought provoking. Luckily, none of my 4 dogs are starving for either food or love. Richard <RAJC@prodigy.net> gainesville, FL USA - Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at 15:02:52 (CST)
My friend's dog passed on over the weekend, and I wanted to shared with her the quote from Watership Down ("My heart has joined the thousand, for my friend stopped running today."). I searched the Web and got exactly one hit: your memorial to your own pup. Thanks so much. John Herman <john@checkraise.net> Seattle, WA - Monday, December 20, 1999 at 11:24:35 (CST)
so beautiful linda - Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 07:20:42 (CST)
This website is so beautiful. Your personal stories really made me cry. I can relate to so much, with my Sammy, Cooper. Like you say, he is one third of my life and I am so afraid of the day that he leaves me. I also look forward to the arrival of our brand new Sammy, arriving on Boxing Day, which I have decided to call Laika. Thank you for sharing your heart-warming story of you relationship with Laika. It is very inspirational. nora goodwin <noracooper@aol.com.> Ontario Canada - Wednesday, December 15, 1999 at 19:12:54 (CST)
Laika is beautiful! I enjoyed looking at her pictures! :) Nikki <none> Pennsylvania USA - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 16:24:12 (CST)
I like your page very much and I also have to say that I'm very sorry for Laika's death... She was a very beautiful doggie... I also have a samoyed called Lino. He's 2 years old... I love him very much cause he is so cute and sweet... I hope that you will always remember your sweet Laika... Sabina Sabina <Sabian23@hotmail.com> Ljubljana, Slovenia - Monday, December 13, 1999 at 02:45:20 (CST)
I am sorry for the loss of your Samoyed. Laika was a beautiful dog! She looked like she was very well behaved too. We have a Samoyed ourselves, and they are wonderful dogs. I am sure she brought much joy to your lives. Shaye - Wednesday, December 08, 1999 at 18:31:29 (CST)
Your dog was beautiful. We have a Samoyed also, and they are wonderful dogs! Shaye - Wednesday, December 08, 1999 at 18:29:04 (CST)
Hi! I was just browsing through sammie sites and noticed yours so I decided to check it out. It is very nice. I have a Samoyed too and I know how you feel to lose one because my first one was stolen when I was in third grade. It absoultly devistated me. My aunt who lives in CO shows and breeds samoyeds. So I think I'm going to start to help her with that because they are so wounderful. Once againg I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Have a good Holiday season! God it with you. Kim Ferriss <naturalpackage@mailcity.com> Hastings, MN USA - Friday, December 03, 1999 at 18:18:57 (CST)
I AM REALLY SORRY. IHOPE YOU FEEL BETTER SOON. ELIZABETH <JORGELUIS85cs.com> WOODBRIDGE, VA USA - Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at 20:45:33 (CST)
I to know how hard it is to lose a member of your family. WE lost our baby, Abbie almost 5 years ago. It was so hard to let go. But the always stay in your heart.I will alway miss the bond that we had together.Her last living day we spent together only to wake up and find her gone.She was my best friend and Ito will miss forever. a yeutter <eayeut@nebi.com> cozad, ne usa - Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at 13:06:04 (CST)
I am so sorry that laika died..... I almost cried after reading the "saying goodbye" segment. With such a brief encounter from your webpage, i can already feel what a great dog laika is.... Ken <diamler@mailcity.com> -, - Singapore - Sunday, November 14, 1999 at 04:26:27 (CST)
hello there.... sheila <asksheila@aol.com> you know, you know that 2 - Friday, November 12, 1999 at 21:36:04 (CST)
I think the pictures of her being a puppy are soooooooo cute, but it's really sad that she died. This happened to my neighbor 3 times, and now she has another Samoyed, her name is Angel. About three months ago, her oldest dog, Tasha, died of a stroke, and her puppy died a year before that. And she had another dog that died 18 years ago but I think you should just get a new dog or cat when they die and just move on. But in this case it will be very hard because I know I'll never be happy again after my cat, Tiger, dies. I hope that will never happen, but it will someday. Chelsea <bbfvgymnast@hotmail.com or dancexpresshotty@hotmail.com> - Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 15:45:43 (CST)
There is something special about sammoyeds. They are angels in disguise. My husband and I inherited our first sammy while I was working at a vet clinic. He had been badly abused and in need of a loving home. Somehow, their loving smiles can touch us at the most unexpected moments. Our Chinook is the sweetest, most majestic dog I have ever seen. I remind my husband that he is a little boy in a doggy suit every time he burps for a treat. They have a way of winning your heart in the strangest ways. Hopefully another angel will come your way soon!! Tracey Young <Nate Tracey Kyle@aol.com> Colorado Springs, Colorado U.S. - Monday, November 08, 1999 at 02:26:52 (CST)
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. My heart did flip-flops as soon as I scoped out the new web site and I sat crying as I read about the night she died. There are many traits that all Sammies share: waiting in anticipation for a car ride or "W" with all four paws off the floor, piling up all her toys and snuggling them, knowing which toy is which in people talk, aaar-raar-roo-roooo, the need for "interactive" play...the list goes on. But Laika was unique, and I know how loyal and loving she must have been. You were her person, and she loved you unconditionally. I hope you feel like you can get another Sam. A couple of years ago, we communicated briefly and I sent a picture of Belaya, who is my fourth. She in no way replaces any of the three who preceded her. But she has brought such love and joy into our lives...reinforcing my contention that Sammies rule! Mary Marx-Renfro <marymr@yahoo.com> San Jose, CA USA - Tuesday, November 02, 1999 at 18:58:46 (CST)
I couldn't believe what happened. I bet she was a wonderful dog. My thoughts are with you!!!! Jeremy Frye Lecompton, Kansas - Monday, November 01, 1999 at 10:23:00 (CST)
Laika is a beautiful dog Jeremy Frye <JWildcatz> Lecompton, Kansas Douglas - Monday, November 01, 1999 at 10:19:57 (CST)
Your story touched me very deeply. I could not help but cry as I read your entire article. I am a Samoyed lover, and I am looking for a Sami myself, but there dont seem to be many breeders here in Newfoundland.Good Luck! My thoughts are with you. Dayna Newfoundland - Thursday, October 28, 1999 at 15:02:15 (CDT)
We have just adopted a Laika and found your site while looking for information. She must have been a geat dog. Bob Keyes <keyes_r@hotmail.com> Moscow, Russia - Sunday, October 24, 1999 at 02:42:22 (CDT)
We lost our beloved Eli, last November. There isn't a day when I don't think of him. I think you have created a loving tribute to Laika. Eva and herb <pajoreva@aol.com> PHX, AZ USA - Wednesday, October 20, 1999 at 00:01:39 (CDT)
My beautiful Sammy-boy Drujok was ailing and when my wife and I came home from work he stood up then sat down and then when I bent down to pet him and love him he simply kissed me looked at my wife and then collapsed and died. I'll always think that he waited for us to come home so that he could say goodbye. Sams are very special. I'll always have at least one by my side. Richard Rheiner <rheiner@yahoo.com> Millersville, Maryland USA - Friday, October 15, 1999 at 15:44:17 (CDT)
I miss pictures of Siberian laika, if this is possible to aprahend Johnny Berg Nordnes <Johnny_nordnes@yahoo.com> Åkrehamn, Karmøy Norway - Sunday, October 03, 1999 at 21:08:30 (CDT)
My family loves Laika dog`s Johnny Berg Nordnes <Johnny_nordnes@yahoo.com> Åkrehamn, Karmøy Norway - Sunday, October 03, 1999 at 21:05:42 (CDT)
detta har tagit mig hårt och ett hål finns i mitt hjärta! Jessica Lundeberg <--------------------------------------------------------------------------> Jonstorp, skåne Sweden - Thursday, September 30, 1999 at 08:35:01 (CDT)
We hope your Laika and our Laika find each other across the Rainbow Bridge. All Sammies love to burp at you. It's the sign of truest affection. May you have many burps in the future. Mike and Janice Craig <WA7TN@worldnet.att.net> Snohomish, , WA USA - Tuesday, September 28, 1999 at 09:37:14 (CDT)
What a great tribute to a great dog! My heart aches with yours with the loss of Laika. Laika will live in your heart forever. Jeff Domagala <JeffMNUSA@aol.com> Minneapolis, MN USA - Saturday, September 25, 1999 at 14:49:09 (CDT)
What a beautiful lady Laika was. I recently lost my own beautiful white lady, Portia the Great Pyrenees: Portia Bella; White Fluff, Dog of the Humid South. Like you I try to take comfort in memories; I have her collar and stroke it, trying to feel her fur, smell her scent, feel the touch of her nose. What beautiful girls they both were and how lucky we were to have them in our lives. I believe that whatever comes after life we will be together again. And if Heaven doesn't allow dogs, well, I agree with the poet who said: ""That would be a low-grade sort of Heaven, And I'd never regret a damned sin,If I rush up to the gates white and pearly, And they don't let my Malamute in." Maybe Laika has met Portia. They'd make a gorgeous pair. Melissa Snowden <rhdchild@hotmail.com> Norcross, GA USA - Friday, September 24, 1999 at 10:38:54 (CDT)
Your story about saying goodbye was so touching. I almost cried with you. I Hope to get a dog next year, but I can't find anyone with Samoyed dogs ANYWHERE! Where did you get laika? please write me! --Kate Kate <katiechristy@juno.com> USA - Wednesday, September 22, 1999 at 21:13:48 (CDT)
Having seen you and Laika walking in the neighborhood for years I am touched by this moving tribute to a pup I have admired from a distance... wish I had met her Patrick Kelly <pbkelly@msn.com> Greensboro, NC - Monday, September 20, 1999 at 17:59:33 (CDT)
im sorry i didnt know that laika too went to heaven just like princess did in may 99. see privous booking. im here in tears because i too will never get over the loss of my vigorously energetic girl princess snowfox send me your email and i should be able to send you a picture. i cant do it from here. we had such a good life with her, she did suffer some during her life she had surgery at age 2 to help her. princess was a great gardner she would take the water hose all arround and stray us by squeezing the hose she loved her brother bear and since he is a year younger she basically brought him up for us. (thats why he is so good) bear loves to be groomed and is our family. samoyed are great they are so so beautiful, other dogs are good too and always in need of good homes. god bless you for caring so much i wish i could make a memorial of PRINCESS with the few pictures i have on disk. i have many regular others as well as a portrait a have above my bed. brigitte brown <islandc4u@aol.com> denver , co - Sunday, September 19, 1999 at 15:55:31 (CDT)
enjoyed miss bear pictures, we had 2 saymoyeds for 9 years, now we only have one we lost our dear princess to illness in may 99, she too was like your dog, now we still have bear he is big over 100 pounds he is wonderful quite the lover had both early as you had laika. did the humane thing this time and adopted a mixed dog from the pound a girl with lots of spunk, had to get a radio fence for her she could walk up 6ft wooden fences. she was about 1 yr old just got her 2 weeks ago. she appreciates us. back to princess she was the greatest hiker just like miss bear. looked so much like her. laika, eventhough you look like others im sure you are one of a kind just as our princess was. love you and thank you for sharing i too have some pictures will see if i can send you some soon. brigitte brown <islandc4u@aol.com> denver, co - Sunday, September 19, 1999 at 15:40:37 (CDT)
I have two samoyeds right now the mothers name is crystal and her three month old pup Indy.they love each other so much.your laika reminds me of my girl looks just like her and always full of energy.i just love her so very much.she's so happy and content to have a play mate now her puppy it works perfectly for her.i am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dog.i work for a vet and i see so many suffering animals you should be very happy that she lived a long and healthy life that she did.you wrote such a touching story I know you loved your dog very much melissa <maq2119@aol.com> danbury, ct usa - Friday, September 17, 1999 at 22:49:55 (CDT)
What a beautiful girl. I had a male that I named ELF. When he was less than a year old he got parvo. I successfully nursed him back to health. He was my constant companion. Then I went to work at a job where I had to be out of town alot and he was so lonesome. so I decided the best thing to do was find him a home with kids around. He was 5 yrs old. I miss that guy so much. I thought I was doing it out of love but I would give anything to find him again. Or one just like him. My sister has a chow and wants me to take a pup but my dogs are big and white and wonderful. Thanks for sharing your pictures. Lee Lee Spruill <LSpru47054@aol.com> Springfield, OR - Sunday, September 12, 1999 at 00:16:20 (CDT)
As I read your beautiful letter about Laika tears poured down my face. It sounded like you were describing my baby, Joshua, he was a samoyed. My husband and I had him for 13 wonderful years and he past away in my arms May 24, 1999. I miss him so much!!! Deb Dean <Dean662@AOL.com> New Jersey USA - Saturday, September 11, 1999 at 19:58:51 (CDT)
You had a beautiful dog and I can tell she live a very happy life. Sean and Lisa Kane <LMKane@aol.com> Denver, CO USA - Sunday, September 05, 1999 at 21:41:12 (CDT)
I am so sorry about Laika, I have a beautiful Sami, she just turned 1, I had an Alaskan Malamute before I got Crystal, so I got her for him to keep company for he was lonely, well on day the two of them got out and went roaming..the were inseperable!! a local farmer shot and downed my Mal, I was so devistated when I got the call, the farmer didn't realize he was a pet, and almost downed my Sami..but she got away, I have a statue of a Mal in my living room and for months Crystal would see it and whimper and cry, she is so loanly, she is almost ready for her 2nd heat and I want to breed her so she won't be lonely anymore...Barb Barb Eppers <beme@kih.net> Greensburg, KY - Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 20:28:49 (CDT)
I know how it feels to lose someone special to me about four years ago I lost my best friend her name was lady samoyed when we got her she was so afrid of us.We belive she was aboused before we got her.but she come along and loved us I was only five at that time and from then on she was my best friend I could tell her everything and she understode me when I was crying she cheerd me up I loved her so muchand I still do.When she died I was taking a bath all of a sudden my mom said lady is dead I put my cloths on and ran to lady there she was laying down dead I was saying lady wake up wake up but she didn't I was only ten and didn't understand that I loat my best frind forever. elaine <jgrama5@powerlynk.com> racine, wisconsin USA - Wednesday, August 25, 1999 at 14:50:41 (CDT)
she is every pretty. Elaine <jgrama5@powerlynk.com> racine, wisconsin usa - Wednesday, August 25, 1999 at 14:24:32 (CDT)
I loved your story of your Samoyed. I have a female Samoyed that just turned 3 on 8-8-1999. Sophie is my pride and joy. She has a way to brighten everyday- with her sweet personality. I think that you are honoring Laika in a way that every dog should be. Thanks for sharing your memories and pictures of your beautiful Samoyed. Mia Glasgow, Ky U.S. - Monday, August 23, 1999 at 19:26:03 (CDT)
VERY GOOD. SO SORRY ABOUT YOU LOVELY DOG. MY BROTHER HAS A SAMOYED CALLED SAMMY LAURA AND I KNOW HE WILL FEEL THE SAME IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO SAMMY. Carol Palmer <CAROL@PALMERHOUSE.FREESERVE.CO.UK> derby, Derbyshire ENGLAND - Friday, August 06, 1999 at 07:04:22 (CDT)
What a sad sad story but so beautifully told. What a great tribute to a wonderful friend. Alexia <ganda@titan.co.nz> - Friday, August 06, 1999 at 01:23:00 (CDT)
I am big samoyed fan...and wish to meet oether samoyed owners.Mail me or fax me ++/385/21/529805 Vlado <dijana.mitrovic@st.tel.hr> Split, Dalmatia Croatia - Monday, August 02, 1999 at 18:00:25 (CDT)
Hey there. That story about saying goodbye was so sad! I'm sorry that had to happen. I'm hoping to get a samoyed some day because I think they're the cutest little things (even though they grow big)! Well, thanks for sharing your wonderful pictures and your sad story. Natalie <skater_gal@hotmail.com> ________________________, ON Canada - Sunday, July 25, 1999 at 16:49:59 (CDT)
I am only a little girl. but i love dogs.In your storyit started out nice but then i almost cried when it got to the end the dog dies.it was so so sad. I saw the pictures of the dog as a puppy and he was so cute. There is this girl a my dads work who is selling a sammie for free i really want that dog they are so preaty!Very good website! Lizzy <lizzy996@ |