My little Russian is 2!

And not so little anymore, he surpasses all of the huskies in height and weight, but is still very much one of those gangly teen-agers, all legs and not knowing quite what to do with them. Although he still sees himself as a little lap dog, he grew out of my lap a LONG time ago!

All hormones too... again much like those gangly teen-ager!

Skala had a most wonderful start with our friend Natty in Moscow, and I do strongly believe that his sweetness and ease around people is because of the way she worked so very hard to socialize him, to teach him to trust, and to give him all of her love.

When people meet Skala they are always drawn to his beautiful eyes, and sweet personality, and silly smile. Nobody smiles quite like Skala. Happy Birthday, Skalies! and thank you again, Natasha