What do our retired SPK dogs do during the Iditarod? We heard from their ‘new’ humans:
Malibu
Malibu has been “helping” at Iditarod HQ in Anchorage! She is quite popular around here.
Waylon and Torch
So…….here is what has been going on today in the Cornforth household. Nothing. Absolutely nothing.
Wedgy
Here are some pics of Wedgy’s weekend routine – walking to the pet store to get treats, doing some sunbathing, and napping all afternoon.
Mac
Mac’s favorite thing to do when he’s happy or begging for food!
Pud
Pud is now 12 and shares the house with a posse of puppies. I hooked him up a few months ago to see if he would lead them on their first run but he just laid down and let me know in no uncertain terms that he had done his time and that I was going to have to find someone else to lead those crazy hounds on their first run! Fair enough. Pud is getting a bit blind now but is still healthy and my constant shadow. He also still loves to ride in the dog truck but he only goes on short rides to town in the back seat these days.
Scruggs
During IDT Scruggs enjoys watching video updates on TV, iPhone and laptop. When Aliy’s team rests so does Scruggs. Scruggs comes running when he hears Aliy’s voice.
Outlaw
I thought you may get a chuckle of seeing how Outlaw spent his Sunday during the Restart. He was sound asleep, surrounded by all the the dog toys he could horde, as Aliy and his former team mates ran down the chute off on another Iditarod adventure! Needless to say Outlaw has adjusted to his new life here in the Adirondacks! Chemo is doing great too…and they are often times sharing the same dog bed snuggled up together.
Spoog, Moxie, Tatfish and Bonita
There are four former SPK dogs on this team: Spoog in lead; Moxie in team; and Tatfish and Bonita in wheel. We don’t go very far, or very fast, but they’re still going.
Lester, JJ and Boris
Not too stressed about the race!
Creamer
Creamer now lives with long-distance runner Ian so she is out running! Then a sleep on the couch.
We are all proud parents of SPK Retirees aren’t we! Makes me smile seeing how everyone is doing! Thanks for sharing!
Oh Boy, what a wonderful surprise!! As a fan of Lester it is so nice to see him again. I still have his picture hanging on my wall. So nice to see how the others are doing as well. Thanks to all who have these dogs for there love and
care of these precious SP Dogs!!! Thanks SPK for the info!
They are ALL still so very precious and good looking. They don’t complain about being “retired” like humans. They know how to appreciate life!
Ahhhh .. I saw you had posted in the SPK Retiree group, but rarely stay on FB long – too distracting. I should have sent a photo of Cutter snoozing in the sun on the deck. He has his favorite corner and now that spring has come early (a bit too early), he is soaking it up.
Moxie!!! I have been wondering what you’ve been up to. So wonderful to hear that you are still enjoying the Husky life!
Aw Scruggs, we remember how you took care of Aliy and Allen, you love them so much.
Mac wants a belly rub.
Lots of these gave me a chuckle and all of them warmed my heart. SPK dogs have been blessed not only with a wonderful start in this world, but also awesome retirements.
Thank you to all the SPK family members who contributed to this post!
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What a great update on SPK retirees! Bonita was “my gal” for a few years & I love catching up with her.
WOOF WOOF WOOF
What a super post – and what a hoot!!!
Thanks ever so much to all for sharing and also for giving these wonderful former SP Kennel racing dogs their special second homes!!!
And one more WOOF!!!
I love seeing the retirees and hearing how they are doing. Thanks so much!
I love these update posts so much!
Bonita! I am so thrilled to see her. I was terribly sad when she retired and have been wondering how her life turned out. How cool that she is still pulling for fun.
First time getting a good look at Waylon’s paw. He’s a such a rockstar as are they all.
Thank you to everyone who shared with us. We appreciate seeing and hearing about their lives. Wishing you continued happiness.