Eskie Rescuers United

 

"They are doing GREAT!!!  Both are so smart and fun to be around.  I have fostered 20+ dogs but these 2 really wormed their way into my heart.  Their disabilities do not slow them down one bit!  This morning I let them in the backyard and ran inside for a minute to get their breakfast ready.  I came out to find they had dug a pretty big hole and were rolling around in the dirt.  They are "normal" puppies all the way!  :)
 
They eat 2 cups of Purina Pro Plan puppy am and pm.  I will send what is left of the bag with them on the transport.  I just put it in one big bowl and they share well.
 
I have been bringing them to work with me, where they run wild during the day and harrass my co-workers (like any normal foster puppy would).  They will bark for attention and seem to be jealous of the other one getting loving.  They love everyone and will run right up to my office door when they hear someone coming.
 
Of the 2, Daisy is more outgoing and playful.  Bugsy is a bit more slow to greet you but he loves to "talk" and cuddle.  Both love to have their bellies scratched...especially their chest between their front legs.
 
They sleep in an xpen at night.  If I am up late (midnight) and get up early (5:30 or 6am) they can make it with no accidents.  They are pretty rough on puppy pads and would rather shred them than potty on them.  ;)  Daisy is doing better on her potty training than B but both are doing well.  Bugsy has only had a couple of daytime accidents.
 
We just started leash training this week and they are getting it.  They are great in the crate but Daisy can be a bit hesitant to come out so I usually just reach in and get her.  They love being held and will give kisses.  They are good for baths, nail trimming, brushing, etc.  Bugsy is especially good.  I call him Buggie because he is my little lovebug!
 
When they meet other dogs (I have 4 plus 1 other foster) they both tend to run up and bark and some dogs may be offended by their greeting.  My crew is pretty used to nutty puppies and my Lab mix herds the Eskies around the yard and keeps them out of trouble with the other dogs.
 
Bugsy tends to have a messy behind.  I am not sure if it has something to do with him not having a tail or even a nub.  He does a "poo poo dance" every time and goes more often (with less output) than Daisy.  Both have normal stool...no diarrhea.  I usually wipe B's bottom with a baby wipe.  Sometime I even have to rinse his butt off in the sink.  He could care less and is very good.  When I first got them, both had mats but I ended up having to shave Bugsy's rear end because it was so matted with poop and hair.  I will send some baby wipes on transport too.
 
They are great to follow me around the house/office/yard.  I call them my little ducklings.  I will say "this way" or "come on guys" to keep them on the right track.  They also know what "outside" means and will head for the door whether at work or home.  When I have them outside at work, there is a step to get down to the grassy area.  I say "step" before they get to it and both will slow down and then hop right up/down.  They will run into the back of my legs if I stop suddenly but generally do well and don't crash into things.
 
Sorry for the novel!  I think they will transition well into a new home.  I can't wait for you to meet them and thanks again for taking them into rescue!"