Goodbye, Mr. Hux!

Hux got picked up Saturday by his new family, and "Hux" he will remain. Not pictured below are an additional human brother and a canine sister (also a schnauzer-terrier rescue dog). 

Hux struck the jackpot! 

A picture sent to me of Hux settled and resting in his new home. 

 This toy came in a barkbox a few hours before Hux left, but he loved it. 

Goodbye, pal! We'll miss you and wish you the best with your post-neuter recovery and future fun with your wonderful family. XOXO

(Tiny mohawk visible)

Pack Your Bags, Hux!

Happy/sad news: Hux is pending adoption! I'm going to miss this sweet boy, but he will be making a new family happy and doing it forever. XOXO

Red Coat Club

At last it was warm enough to consider visiting the dog park. Dress code was apparently red coats only.  

Hux is the littlest in this pic

Hux had a good time running around and meeting the other dogs. He came when called and played nicely. 

Someone ate a snowcone

Sunday afternoon is a good time to curl up for a little rest after a busy weekend. XOXO Sweet Hux.

Snugglebug

We Could Be Friends!

Hux is great at making friends. Three visitors stayed over this weekend and my pal Kevin even invited Hux for a sleepover in his room. Hux accepted. (As a sidenote, Hux's potty manners remain strong).

 

What's the plan for tonight? Snacks?

Rob is moving next week so Hux got lots of lapsits and body hugs in this weekend. Smart move. 

Hux jumped into Rob's lap for a literal hug. Then this. 

If you're sad about Rob (or other friends) leaving town, Hux will hold your hand. He's very loving and considerate.  

Comfort paw offering

Hux has his own friends, too. This one he cares about so much he won't chew him, just carry him around. 

Hux and hedgehog, BFFs

Hux, I Love You But I Can't Marry You

My coworker Mike said I love dogs so much I should marry one. Obviously, he owns a cat. Maybe two.

Hux's #1 passion is demonstrating affection so he would be a good person to marry if he was a person.

He's not. He's a schnauzer mix. 

This would be a nice engagement pic if I was a crazy person. 

Speaking of cats, I don't have any. The woman who had Hux in Alabama while he was waiting to come up did though and she said he did not chase them, but was curious. He's a gentle and sweet dog. 

 Hux the philosopher.

My hope is that this picture shows you Hux's size, as well as his ballerina legs. Great jumping skills on this guy. 

Hux's the lovebug. 

Hux the Crowd Pleaser

Last night Hux and I hosted a dozen human friends and 2 dog pals for a birthday dinner. America loved Hux and he loved them right back. He does really well meeting new people, but is calm so he's not jumping on everyone and barking or anything like that. He's a polite little guy. 

Before the party. Hux skipped makeup. 

Hux met Boyden and Leroy and they got along fine. Someone peed on the rug, but we're not sure which dog was responsible. The "sit" command is a new one for Hux, but after 3 days of practice, he's almost got it down pat. 

 Hux and Boyden sit for a treat.

Several of my friends commented "he's bigger than I thought from the pictures" so I wanted to clarify that with a full body shot. He weighs about 18 pounds. He has long lean legs and a fluffy (very low shed, if at all) coat. 

Sorry, hedgehog.

Hux loves to snuggle and be pet. He has the sweet habit of coming up quietly and resting his chin on your knee while maintaining eye contact. It's pretty irresistible so he tends to get ear scratches out of it. 

 Sarah and Hux - the beginning of their friendship. 

Hux sleeps quietly through the night. Or sometimes before the night if he's has a busy day... 

Post-party snoozing. 

Captain Red Paws

Mr. Huxford and I hit the pet supply shop yesterday in search of dog boots to help his poor frozen paws endure this tundra. We were sold a box of very unstylish red balloons - the dog equivalent of crocs. 

Hux was fine with me putting them on (no body-handling issues here), but it's very hard to do alone. 

Red paw alert

After some awkward and funny practice walking around the store, we hit the mean streets of Madison and Hux tried out his new red balloon feet. And a shocking outcome...IT WAS SUCCESSFUL. Fashion fail, comfort victory. Highly recommend. 

Hux is visibly happier now that he can walk outside without pain and I'm going to embrace red accessories to lessen the red booty embarrassment. Also, GREAT JOB STAYING HOME ALONE, Hux!

Happy to be warmed up

Morning and evening walks. Old Balloon Footed-Huxtable...

 Little Hux wearing his snow golashes and looking rather sweet. 

Introducing: HUX!

Last night I picked up my new pal, Hux. So far he is a polite and sweet little dog. He's 3 years old and weighs about 18 pounds. They always open up after a couple of days, so I'm looking forward to seeing more of his personality. 

(I'm content with calm and cuddly in the meantime, of course.)

Hux being a cuddlebug

With less than 24 hours in WI under his belt, I'm taking this Southern boy on walks in -8 degree weather...it's almost inhumane. We couldn't even make it around the block because Hux was shivering and my eyeballs were freezing up. Poor little Hux was doing a tripod walk back home, rotating which foot got a break from the cold. 

Hux does a tripod to give his paw a chance to thaw.

Like all the dogs from Fluffy Dog Rescue, Hux is from Alabama. Most are listed as stray, but they may have had a family in the past but got lost or abandoned. There's no way to know for sure. Below is more background on Hux from the woman in AL who had him while he was waiting to come here - way more than I usually get on a new pup. 

Hux #selfie

"Huxford arrived at my house Dec. 8 from the Chilton County Humane Society, but I have no idea how he got there. He’s a great little dog and I can’t imagine why his family did not come for him, if he was lost. He’s a very loving and well adjusted little guy. He gets along well with the other dogs and with the grand kids. He loves to play with toys and to run in the yard. He walks well on a leash and has good potty manners. (he has done some little boy marking, but then he’s not yet been neutered) Huxford has a good appetite, eats alongside the others with no food aggression issues. He loves attention but is not demanding. He especially likes the fuzzy, squeaky toys! Hux is a verbal guy, if he is unsure of something he will give a growl sound but there is no aggression at all, just him trying to talk to you. Huxie looks me right in the eyes when I talk to him. I think he wants to understand what I’m saying and will be a quick learner. He likes to be close and sleeps quietly until it’s time to get up in the morning. He does not chase the cats though he’s curious. He’ll be a great addition to and a loyal member of any family who’ll give him a little loving. Huxford has been with us less than a month, but we’ve grown very fond of him."

- Alabama foster mom