Emerson Elaine Eskridge the Superdog was born in Louisville, KY on June 19th, 2007. She is the smallest of the six original and distinct breeds of dog from Japan called Shiba Inu (柴犬).
She is a small, agile dog that copes very well with mountainous terrain and trails. Emmie has an abundance of energy. She loves to run, play catch, and hunt small animals. There is never a dull moment when she is around!
Emmie has a thick coat, especially during the winter. Her safety is a main concern from the crew during very hots days. If temperatures rise then Emmie will take it nice and easy by riding in the RV that follows SPC Yocum. Of course she can't stand this. She always wants to be out front to lead the hike. We sometimes think that she was born for the purpose of hiking across America!
"I'm doing my part for our Nation's Heroes"
Emmie is proud to announce that she is certified as an Honorary Penny's From Heaven
Soldiers' Angel Support Dog!
PENNY'S FROM HEAVEN FOUNDATION is an elite group of well-trained, exceptional working therapy dogs, leaving paw prints in healthcare facilities and lives. Their therapy dogs provide services to our returning wounded servicemen and women, children testifying to sexual and physical abuse, hospice patients, children's hospitals, adult hospitals, the court house, retirement homes, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation hospitals, bone marrow transplant clinics, and these therapy dogs are present at our soldier’s deployments and Yellow Ribbon ceremonies. They are often the silver lining in hostile places and faces.
Emmie has a special role as she walks across America: to help spread joy to many soldiers and their familes and she is ready for the challenge!
DOG IS GOOD (DIG) Dog
is Good is a proud sponsor of Army Veteran Troy Yocum and his "Super
dog" Emmie, who are hiking 7000 miles across the country to raise funds
and awareness for struggling Vets. This "Never Walk Alone" tee
not only depicts these two travelers on their journey, but also helps
them reach their goals. DIG will donate 100% of all profit from the
retail sales of this shirt to Troy's causes, which includes the
Soldiers' Angels organization. This comfy, pre-shrunk 100% cotton tee is a a unisex design and the fit is loose. ** The cost of the XXL is $21.49**
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PLEASE NOTE: This tee will not ship until April 1, 2010, but DIG will
donate an additional percentage to Troy's cause for each sale of this
tee that occurs before April 1st, 2010. Tell your friends, tell
your family, tell your neighbors! Together we can help this
real-life hero accomplish his goal of helping others. <<
Three
Dog Bakery is proud to sponsor Emmie on her hike across America for
Military Families in need. They will supply her with the food and
the treats she needs to endure the 7000 mile/15 month long Hike for our
Heroes! Emmie says "ARF, thanks to all the people at Three Dog
for making this happen."
Emmie the super dog will have her own camera for the hike across America taking a picture every 5 minutes. With these we plan on updating Emmies pics on a daily basis on Hike for our Heroes! Sharperimage
