During the summer, our dogs tend to live a more relaxing life, basking in the sun, playing with siblings and romping through field and stream. But Aliy and Allen continue their blazing pace of mushing related activities, often as ‘royal ambassadors’ of the sport of dog mushing. The past 48 … Read More
Part One of Four Ray, my brother-in-law, and I were standing on the finish line in Whitehorse, Canada staring blankly out into the darkness. Allen and his team of SP Kennel huskies were due any minute, but so was Hugh Neff and his fine group of Alaskan huskies. We didn’t … Read More
You faithful SP Kennel followers are accustomed to seeing lots of snow, ice and arctic darkness on these posts. There is another side of Interior Alaska which we are experiencing right now. It was Summer Solstice yesterday! Today the sun is above the horizon for about 22 hours. When the … Read More
The weather in Interior Alaska has been spectacular lately. Aliy took a break from writing her Trail Notes to come outdoors and introduce Quito’s and Biscuit’s new pups, who are now two and a half weeks old. Hope you enjoy the video.
Mickey and ChaCha, SP Kennel Mothers SP Kennel has a steady parade of dedicated volunteers. Those of you who have been following the blog know Ryne, handler extraordinaire and Iditarod finisher, and Wes and Wendy, this past season’s super versatile volunteer couple. Ryne is due back home in Alaska in … Read More
Quito is a proud mama. And here she is showing you her pups. The weather has been unpredictable thus far this summer. Blistering hot (60 to 70 above) in between torrential down pours. Therefore, the Quito puppy pen has been moved inside the garage. It is cooler inside and we … Read More
What has “MVD” Quito been doing the last few days? Taking care of her brand new babies!! Three boys and three girls. We love it – Mother Nature was equal! Two of the boys are black and white. The largest, active fellah is DRIVER (left). He is pushing his siblings around … Read More
