“I keep your project safe from crows, coyotes and flies. I prefer to be paid in salmon treats and tennis balls.”
Nicknames: The Cracker, Alligator on a Leash, Daddy-O
Born: ~May 2007 in Taiwan
Rescued by Wild Dingo: May 31, 2008
Rainbow Bridge: September 20, 2022
Breed: German Shepherd Formosan Mountain Dog
Spirituality: All’s fair in Tug-n-War
History: Born in Taiwan, abandoned, rescued in Taiwan. Sent to the US to AHAN. Three foster homes who had difficulty with him. His final foster was a dog breeder and dog trainer, experienced with mouthy, dogs. Came to us in 2008, somewhat reformed but still completely nuts. Loki always tried to do the right thing. He was a loud, obnoxious talker who talked back when he didn’t agree with you. Hey, we all have our opinions, right? None-the-less, Loki loved to work. He was deeply anxious with severe pack drive and separation anxiety in public. At home, he was the perfect house dog. with excellent manners. Polite and neat, he was non-destructive and would do exactly as he’s asked. His strong pack drive was his highest motivation. He would rather be with this person than do anything else, such as chase a small animal or be lured away with food. He loved to lean on you if he liked you and would do anything you asked for a game of tug. He wasn’t much of a retriever except in a working capacity. He would find any item and retrieve it for me but didn’t enjoy endless games of fetch. He didn’t swim but loved his baths. He earned his nickname “the cracker” because he acted like he was on crack. He had tons of energy, full of anxiety and would generally run around like a cracked out mess to relieve stress. We have to admit, all those who tried to live with Loki (and there were many) did not understand the gold they had in their hands. His unending loyalty to us had been a cornerstone of our connection. He saved us from countless threats and a house fire. Every day we shook our heads wondering how in the world anyone could throw such an amazing, loyal companion away. We came to the conclusion that most people who don’t understand dogs like Loki are not smart enough to be their life companions. We were humbled that the universe sent him our way. He was just what we needed.
