Last week SP Kennel welcomed Barbara Swenson, visiting dignitary, kennel sponsor and friend. Barbara is the Regional Director of Hotels for the Chenega Native Corporation. Chenega operates Clarion Suites, Quality Suites and Rodeway Inn, the best hotels in downtown Anchorage, and major SP Kennel sponsors. Prior to her kennel visit, … Read More
Part Two of Four I awoke from my nap in the NIKOLAI school. It was one of those naps that physically made me feel better, but mentally made it harder to focus. My brain needed more sleep. “Where am I?” I sat in a haze and looked around. “Ahhhh. NIKOLAI.” … Read More
Today on my walk, I took out five sled dogs as well as Jezzy, Tig, and Stormy. In this video, I was throwing sticks for Jezzy and Tig to fetch in the slough; however, you can imagine my surprise when one of the sled dogs decided to become a retriever … Read More
Oh my, how time flies! Our spunky little Putt Pirates have their 8 week old birthday this week. They are sprouting like weeds along the fairway. We aren’t too worried because this intense grow rate seems to be on par with their one year older siblings: the Latinos. Driver seems … Read More
A quick recap. Eighteen of SP Kennel’s canine athletes are participating in a research project to determine the effects of electrolyte supplementation during varying exercise regimes on the dogs’ overall hydration levels and ultimately their physical endurance. The results will be used to assist the US Armed Forces in training … Read More
SP Kennel’s close association with Dr. Mike Davis, celebrated canine researcher from Oklahoma State University, has created an unusual opportunity this summer. Those of you who read the blog regularly will remember that Dr. Davis has worked for years with Iditarod veterinarians to increase overall health in long distance racing … Read More
SP Kennel is a magnet for visitors throughout the year. During the summer the kennel is especially busy hosting ‘visiting dignitaries’ from near and far. Last week we welcomed Linda Steiner, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Clarion Suites and Quality Inn in Downtown Anchorage. Linda is not only a … Read More
We are having a fantastic summer of puppies. Chipper, Driver, Iron, Sandy, Wedgy and Woody are playful and cute. Quito has weaned them, but still visits regularly to check on them and play. All are happy and healthy.
It was midnight and I had to wake them up. I couldn’t help myself! It was simply gorgeous last night with a nearly full moon and the daylight blue sky. Not too many pooches got out of their houses to sing, but most of them still let loose for this … Read More
Iditarod 2013 Volunteer Picnic June 30th marked the first possible day of Iditarod 2013 Sign Ups and Aliy and Allen joined 54 other mushers to complete their applications and pay their $3000 entry fee. Aliy Zirkle and Allen Moore are signed up for Iditarod 2013! Allen and Aliy Sign Up … Read More
