# Super Jumpy Dogface Rakkabot Here's some snow spam - pretty much all of Rakka because she goes nuts in the snow, whereas Tojo and Navi get "princess paws" syndrome (they're always trying to keep one paw out of the snow, and don't run around too much). I've had to coax them to go on walks at all some days and Tojo just goes bac… ## Thread In Photo / Video Gallery (Shikoku Ken) · started by hondru · 21 replies - **Category:** [Photo / Video Gallery (Shikoku Ken)](https://nihonken.org/community/c/photo-video-gallery-shikoku-ken) - **Forum:** [Nihon Ken Forum](https://nihonken.org/community/) ## hondru (moderator) · 2008-12-18T02:37:56.000Z Here's some snow spam - pretty much all of Rakka because she goes nuts in the snow, whereas Tojo and Navi get "princess paws" syndrome (they're always trying to keep one paw out of the snow, and don't run around too much). I've had to coax them to go on walks at all some days and Tojo just goes back and sits on the porch halfway through most of the time, lol. Anyway, here goes: Rakka is pretty much a super athlete. I didn't think she'd be able to jump up this snowdrift, but she did! She was mighty interested in those rabbit tracks. None of the pups are crazy about the squirrel dude unless I'm throwing it, so I attached a rope. Matches the leash I made! Here we see "princess paws" in action. Tojo has given up on standing and is laying on his side with his paws tucked to his belly. ...And finally, here's pretty Navi. I should make boots for the pups... I think the cold snap will end soon anyway, though. They only get princess paw syndrome when it's really cold, and it never stays this cold for too too long. ## Sangmort (moderator) · 2008-12-18T02:41:23.000Z Rakkkkkkaaaaaaa <3 She looks like a wolf running wild in those pictures! Gorgeous :) haha I can't blame Tojo & Navi :p I have a certain disdain for the snow as well & can't imagine walking around barefoot in it ;) Thanks for the spam :) ~ ## the_november_rain · 2008-12-18T05:16:46.000Z wow, Rakka looks awesome! ## lymura · 2008-12-18T06:50:15.000Z Rakka is pretty. She looks so happy running through the snow. And Tojo and Navi are gorgeous too! ## brandon_w (admin) · 2008-12-18T10:07:14.000Z Love the shot of Rakka running up the crest of the snow drift. Tojo needs to toughen up. Have him look in the mirror and say "SHIBA! SHIBA!" over and over again. Also, Rakka is my #2 Shikoku. After I steal Ahi, I'm driving north. ## ljowen123 (moderator) · 2008-12-18T10:21:00.000Z What pretty snow! I just love to see dogs having a good time. I also have a dog with "princess paw syndrome" - is there a cure? ## mike_t · 2008-12-18T10:27:13.000Z There's nothing better than seeing a dog having a blast in the snow!! Great spam ## _dlroberts · 2008-12-18T10:58:42.000Z Seriously. The 2 shots of Rakka running up the drift are awesome. Seeing a dog exploring fresh snow is so cool. Thanks for sharing. :-) ## sunyata · 2008-12-18T11:11:44.000Z SNOW!!! Rakka looks like she is having a blast. :) And poor Tojo and Navi. Silly little princess paws! If you do get boots for them, you must let me know how they work. Bella has a terrible case of princess paws. ## KFontaine04 · 2008-12-18T11:19:33.000Z Miso gets "princess paws". Such a wuss... Brandon - I will race you to Taos, I will grab Hilo. ## tsukitsune (moderator) · 2008-12-18T12:50:28.000Z great spam! Rakka is crazy awesome! ## Edgewood · 2008-12-18T13:03:55.000Z Great photos Heidi! I especially like the 2 of Rakka with the grasses poking through the snow. I think that those are framing quality. She looks like she is having so much fun! I am surprised that your other 2 don't like snow as much! I thought that all spitz breeds liked snow! But then again, I have only owned Siberians and Shikoku, and they do love snow! ## StaticNfuzz · 2008-12-18T13:08:54.000Z hummm....As a thought ....maybe the snow is balling up under their paws into ice pellets the reason their feet and toes hurt. Sometimes the fur or lack of it on the feet and in between toes allow the snow to ball up so it makes moving painful. The shape of the foot itself and the the way the nails grow also is a factor. Snf ## Leonberger (admin) · 2008-12-18T13:13:47.000Z Very cool photos! ## Romi (admin) · 2008-12-18T14:35:31.000Z Pretty! Great photo's Heidi! I am so envious of you and your land and snow! ## kwyld · 2008-12-18T14:47:52.000Z Wow Heidi, those pics are awesome, Rakka is so beautiful. The white snow in the background really brings out her sesame coloring. More spam please!!! Tojo is a silly boy, he does need to toughen up a tad! ## asia · 2008-12-18T15:47:24.000Z Beautiful pups make beautiful pics!! ## MommyofNiko · 2008-12-18T18:15:07.000Z I WANT A SHIKA! ## sujewel · 2008-12-19T18:53:46.000Z I love the third and fourth photos of Rakka. Great spam! ## ShikokuSpirit (moderator) · 2008-12-27T19:46:13.000Z It looks like fun, I want to go visit the snow! Great Rakka pics, I don't know how I missed this thread. More Rakka in the snow please! How long does it last before it all melts? ## brada1878 (admin) · 2009-01-07T18:00:19.000Z These are great pics! One thing is for sure - Shikoku LOVE the snow! I am always surprised at how much the our Shikas love playing in the snow and how amazingly good they are at it. Great spam Heidi! ---- --- **Navigate:** [Forum home](https://nihonken.org/community/?format=md) · [Sitemap](https://nihonken.org/community/sitemap.xml)