Well, everything appears to be running smoothly except a disagreement about which dog breeds sould be joined, but we've solved it and soon we'll be running on a system with a list of breeds always accepted and a list with a limit per week on them. Otherwise, everything is going wonderfully. We've got active players and fairly long posts, and humans, there are plenty of dogs up for adoption at the kennel. I'm working on an information page--it's not done yet, but the link is up, as is the PB (plotting board) made generously by Senny, if you didn't see it before. We've two new sister sites, Rock wood Acres and Chikara. So I guess everything is going well! [P.S. The Character List is done, but please check over it, as I was uncertain to some genders and breeds. Let me know what I got wrong. Thank you!]

January 12, 2005-Senuura

Well,I updated the members list for Lizzy(Our newest member) and Lullaby,that wasn't all that hard.I would also like to point out that;New members,why don't you post on the OOC board to meet some people?Lets all welcome the Plotting board!Currently a Plot Submission on the PB (Plotting Board) everyone who is currently in a plot will need to post there,plots are no longer discussed in the OOC board...
It would be great to see a few more wolves as said below...only about another 5 or so,dogs are also in short supply!Remember to only join sledding dogs (Hybrids,Malamutes,Huskies) and to describe thier backs,legs,personality,general appearance and all very well.
Otherwise,I'm happy to see out members posting longer...

January 10, 2005-Sarah

I am lazy, and Senny brought up a very good point on the joining board, so I will quote her. (Or you could always go to the OOC board)

"We are need of a few more dogs and humans, perhaps a few more wolves (About 5?)

And just a reminder, humans may adopt wolves, and dogs may be wild or stray.

I would also like to see an increase in correct grammar, spelling and much more detailed descriptions. You cannot describe a dogs or humans personality with four words.

This will not cut it –

OOC – Blah

OOC Contacts – blah_blah_example@yahoo.com

Character Name – Shadow

Species – Dog

Breed – Husky

Gender – Male

Personality – Playful, intelligent, dominant and loves to run

Coat/Markings – Black and white, looks just like a perfect husky

Description – Long back and legs, pricked ears. Shadow has big paws and muscley shoulders.

History –

Shadow was born to a black mother and white mother and was kindly raised as a puppy. He was than trained to run in a sled and became very happy and was than sent to the kennel when his humans got a new dog that he hated.

Sample Post –

Shadow walkd into the yard, his feet hitting the ground hard as he walkd in. He looked back at the house where his humans watched him, he didn’t like going out alone…in fact he couldn’t stand it. he wanted 2 run away from here. Beginning to run, he leapt over the high fence and landed perfectly, than ran off into the darkness…neva 2 be seen again.

What’s wrong with the post?

1st. What kind of Husky? Alaskan or Siberian? There are specific sizes and all for each breed.

2nd. Four words for his personality? Does he love humans or resent them? How dominant is he? Alpha material or just aggressive to the bone and what does he love to run for? Humans, himself…what? WE need this way more descriptive… 3rd. Check the reservation list and members list before naming your dog, that way we won’t have to tell you that the name has been taken already. Doesn’t mean spell it differently or put a word infront of it but allow them to answer to ‘Shadow’ or ‘Kiba’.

4th. Black and white…deep ebony or pale black? Perfect markings, how do you define perfect here? Each dog has different markings, there are just guidelines for markings, does he have a thin blaze? This will need to be detailed and precise sop we know what you’re on about.

5th. The description does not describe anything much. Does he have large, erect ears painted with white? Broad shoulders packed with muscle? Make it so we can visualize the dog…

6th. History is meant to tell more of his past, not just what happened and skipping out any injuries. Perhaps he hated the dog for obvious reasons such as attention or looks, did he ever damage himself that lead to issues with his leg or something? This gives a general outline of the type of dog, an aggressive dog will most likely have a painful history or perhaps they born that way…tell us.

7th. I cannot explain this anymore! Correct spelling, grammar and punctuation need to be improved…I am sick of reading short, empty Samples with no meaning. Have a story line not just some words put together. I have seen beautiful sample posts and have been disgraced by the short posts with no punctuation, grammar or correct spelling.

To all council members (owners);

I will not be accepting anyone who’s joining post does not appeal to me. I will decline them, and if you think they are good enough, you may accept them…but I am missing descent posts. I do not care how many people are thinking;

“That’s harsh”

Or

“Get a grip, it’s only a game”

It might be a game, but I would prefer to read a post with meaning and describing issues rather than 12 words or so."

Also, posts seem to be getting a bit slack. For an example of a nice post, see this [Poison-Cry Ridge] or this [Jesse, at SCRC]. Plenty more are around Hike, but I've also seen: "The ebon' dog walked down the street, looking for food. She found a bagel and ate it." Big no-no! So remember, keep up the post quality!

January 8, 2005-Sarah

Activity check still running on OOC board!Yay, well, anyways, I think all is going well, and a big welcome to all our new members, Peache, Nicoletta, Chemukh, and Via! Sennura (aka Senny-Wenny) will not be on today, but when she gets back we will think of plots that everybody can be included in and post them on the plot board. Not much else important to say, but I hope that everybody is enjoying the new version!

January 6, 2005-Sarah

Let me remind old members and just-joined members once again that you must reply to the activity check! [click] Anyways, I think that everything is running smoothly and Bravo and I advertised a little and Bravo might get us a sister site. *cheers* In case it wasn't clear in the rules, The Inn, where all cabinless humans need to go, is on Main Street. So just click the mainstreet category and then there will be a link. Also, a friendly reminder to everybody to keep the length ans spelling/grammar level of your posts up to the standard. One-liners make me cry. Thank you, all!

January 5, 2005-Sarah -ACTIVITY CHECK!

At last! It is done! Bwahahaha. New version. Isn't it prettyful? Shaddie did the begining, and the rest of elaborated on it. Shaddie shall be away for a while, so Hike, renamed Alaska Dogs, is now in the hands of Bravo, Senuura, and I (And Pepsi, if you want to take up your duties as co-owner, email me at ridergesel2@yahoo.com or post your email at the occ board or something) To the point! Please read the story (under laws) to better understand, those of you who are currently members. All current members read below It is the fate of each dog/wolf with the new plot. If I failed to name a puppy, the it can go with its mother. If your character was not mentioned--and many are not--please feel free to make up your own fate for them.

Astri -malki-Astri refused to move for a time, but when Kristin made the move, bringing Tass and Tacita with her, Astri came and got lost, but eventually found her way to Hike.

Osprey -samoyed-Osprey died of starvation.

Nemesis -pit bull-Nemesis was unable to get out of his cage in the Black Market when the humans moved on, and died of disease, starvation, and cold.

Starshade -hybrid-Starshade was driven by the frozen cold to join a wolf pack instead of continuing with his usual wondering. Nearing Hike, he broke away and came to the small town.

Tserav -alaskan husky-Tserav managed to stay with Jessica throughout the move.

Glacier -alaskan husky-Glacier stuck close to her mother's side and made it with Yakone', remaining with Jessica

Solstice -hybrid-As Kiba was lost, Solstice, too, lost her way with her mother. She made it to Hike, nearly dead, and will die within a few days if not treated.

Imbri -alaskan husky- Imbri stayed fast at Jessica's side.

Igloo -alaskan husky- Igloo was lost, and so, being still small and young and unable to suport himself, joined a small band of wolves. They died, and Igloo was forced to forge his own way to Hike. He arrives, very weak.

Alligator- alaskan husky -Alligator was lost, still wandering outside Hike and yet to find it.

Kayak- hybrid-Kayak was lost, but after some wandering found Hike and joined the strays in the streets with her pups.

Mishaii -alaskan husky -Mishaii joined up with a wolf pack, and remains among them.

Orca -hybrid-Orca was lost, but following natural instinct, made it within about 20 miles of Hike.

Eagle -siberian husky- Eagle was not lost, and stayed with her owner.

Santa Paws- german shepherd/alaskan husky-Santa paws was not lost.

Kaskae -alaskan malamute/siberian husky-Kaskae was lost for a portion of the time, wandering helplessly, but managed at last to find his way back to Jessica.

Yakone'- alaskan malamute/samoyed/seppela siberian-Yakone' manged to stay with Jessica.

Fledge -malki- Fledge tried desperatly to stay with Zera, but lost her way. She was taken into the position of omega in a stray band making the move, and sorely mistreated. She arrives at Hike very weak, and has not yet found her human.

Shasta- siberian husky-Shasta managed to stay with Kristin who brought Tacita and Tass with her

Twix -alaskan malamute-Twix braved the wilds, forging the way for himself, and brought himself safely to Hike.

Zera -malki-Zera, like her sisters, was lost, but made it to Hike.

Alkari- wolf -Alkari moved safely to the wilderness around Hike.

Rose -alaskan husky -Rose died of cold and of starvation.

Prime -alaskan malamute -Prime was lost, but within finding boundaries of Hike.

Rayne- alaskan husky -Rayne's situation is the same as Prime's.

Tear -siberian husky -Tear was greatly maimed by the cold and hunger, but found her way to Hike, though not with her human.

Buck -saint bernard/scotch shepherd-managed to stay with his owner

Modern Excellence -siberian husky-Forged her way through the wild with Twix to arrive at Hike .

Morai- siberian husky- Stayed with human safely.

Ora -hybrid -was lost, but tracked humans to Hike and remains away from his owner, tasting freedom.

Daemon- seppala siberian -lost, but managed to get to Hike.

Kiba -hybrid -was lost with her pups, but made it to Hike, although Solstice is near dead.