I.V.’s Chief Washakie Photos and Feedback

Chief Washakie (pronounced Wash-ah-kee). Chief is out of Zakai and Kachina Inola. He was born on June 24, 2007, and was one of four pups and the only male.  He went to his new home on Sept. 4, 2007

Chief now resides with his new family in Florida.

Named after a Chief of the Shoshone Indians common translations are ”Shoots on the Run” and ”The Rattler”.

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Below are emails from his family:

November 21, 2007

Carla -

It’s great to hear from you! I really have to thank you because Chief has been such a blessing, he is truly my best friend. I just recently had a house warming party with my friends and neighbors and they were so impressed by how receptive and smart he is - they couldn’t believe that he was only 5 months old. He’s grown so much, it’s insane. Everyone is so surprised by how well mannered and obedient he is that people are begging to babysit him when I’m out of town. I’m lucky to have found you and have Chief as my boy. Happy Thanksgiving.

- Doug

February 5, 2008

Carla,

No problem, John brought his whole family over Grandma and Aunt included and
Chief won their hearts immediately. The daughters loved him as well, the
little one was somewhat scared but after awhile she mustered up some courage
to pet him a bit. Turns out that his wife is Judge Marilyn Milan of People’s
Court on TV, it was so random when she came in to my house - she didn’t seem
to have a reaction to the dog hair. Anyway, Chief is doing good and he’s
55lbs now. However, his other testicle didn’t end up dropping so he will have
to get neutered sometime soon. I attached some photos for you.

Doug

February 13, 2008

Hey Carla

Sorry for the delay in responding, work is extremely busy lately. I will have more pictures of Chief as we take them. Chief’s temperament has been constant ever since I got him. He gets very excited when new people arrive and tends to give them a sniff down and is particularly fond of women. Chief seems to be really welcoming to kids and strangers, and if they take the time to hang out with Chief as the Sch—— kids, a bond builds rather quickly with Chief. However, I have seen kids taunt and want to play chase with Chief and basically Chief plays along but those kids just don’t know how to deal with dogs in general because they get scared when Chief finally does chase them. Around other dogs, he acts in the same energized manner and gets into a licking frenzy but doesn’t really dominant or submisses to any dog unless he knows them. Chief is primarily a calm, laid back dog - its just around new surroundings and people does he get really hyper and energized but calms down with familiarity.

I love the fact that Chief looks like a wolf, and often most people misinterpret Chief for a wolf. Ironically, in rare instances, I have seen Chief give a distinct wolf-like call unlike a howl. Everyone to include the Sch——— family seem to compliment on his looks, particularly his wolf-like mask on his face. I agree it is a shame that Chief, by Vet’s standards, is not best suited to procreate since he has been an absolutely great dog thus far. Around older dogs he is by far more smart, obedient and receptive. The only question I’m considering is Chief’s potential size, he is now 55 going on 60 lbs and he has already grown out his collar. He’s grown up so fast I wish he was still 18 lbs and able to hand carry. If you can make miniature Chief’s I’d be the first customer, ha! Anyway, I’ll keep you posted - he’s growing bigger and healthier - I’m going to have to do more walking/running with him. Hope this information helps.

- Doug

For additional photos of Chief Washakie click here