Long Live The King and Queen

It's been some time that I've posted about my two Akitas Saiko (male) and Cali (female). Some may remember my handle from the old forum "way back when."

I lost both of them this summer. I lost Cali at the beginning of the summer to age and Saiko last weekend to a bloat.

Cali's leaving was easier because I had time to prepare and knew it was inevitable. Saiko's leaving has been much harder because it was so sudden (within hours). This is the second dog I've lost to bloat and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Knowing that you dog is bloating and watching helplessly is the hardest thing.

We are not ready for another companion yet but going without the Akita loyalty is something I don't even want to consider.

If anybody is aware of Akita organizations in Connecticut I would appreciate knowing about them because I would like to be involved one way or another.

If any of you live in the Connecticut area and want a pet sitter for a weekend I would offer help. I have a fenced in back yard, huge deck, awning on the deck and air conditioned house. Yes...we've been akita'ized for 11 years.

Thanks for listening.