Here’s part two in the series of videos taken earlier this month. In this video Aliy talks a little about her leaders on the day and also how this trail got its name. The team is: Lead – Quito and Boondocks, Swing – Olivia and IV, Team – Willie and … Read More
With the temperatures dropping the dogs need some extra winter protection while they are out. Here Aliy explains what the boys will be sporting this winter…
“Everyone knows a Joe Schmoe!” “He’s pretty excited to run, he’s pretty excited to race… he’s pretty excited for everything” says Aliy. Schmoe is an experienced youngster, he ran the Yukon Quest in 2012 with Allen, and he has desire to race. Schmoe is working on becoming a leader, he’s … Read More
Vaccinations are a vital part of dog care at SP Kennel and last week it was time for the annual kennel cough and “5 way” vaccinations (for distempter, parvo virus, etc). The dogs were very tolerant, even with the somewhat uncomfortable bordetella up the nose! Meghan and Moira prepared the … Read More
This is the first of a few videos from the training run last week up the “fire break” trail. In this video Aliy tells us about the importance to the team of training in the hills at this time of year.
We thought it about time we caught you up with what each of our team is up to this season so we’ve started a new regular segment: The Skunk’s Place Bunch. First up is Beemer! Many of you already know Beemer – he’s a Rock Star! Aliy says not only … Read More
It was a stunningly beautiful day today in Two Rivers so Moira went out on the back of the 4-wheelers with Aliy and Meghan for a training run to capture some video to share with you. It will take a few days to edit the video so in the meantime … Read More
Meghan and Moira took Driver, Sandy and Iron, along with Tig the Labrador, for a run and spent some time playing in a nearby field the other day. Here’s a fun video from that day. Watch out for the “mauling” at the end – I am happy to say the … Read More
Many of you may have already seen this excellent video, but just in case… It includes some really great shots of the SP Kennel team! Tell us in the comments how much you’re looking forward to this year’s Yukon Quest! “The Yukon Quest finishes and its the most exciting for … Read More
When Meghan and Moira arrived at SP Kennel in mid October there were already a few “to do’s” on their list. One of these was to build themselves an Outhouse. You see, in many parts of Alaska, including Two Rivers, people do not have indoor plumbing – this includes Meghan … Read More
