SP Kennel’s primary sponsor, Matson, was the presenting sponsor for the Anchorage Heart Walk on Saturday, September 21. Matson proudly supports American Heart Association’s fight for a world of longer and healthier lives through heart health.
Since heart health is personally important to both Aliy and Allen, they took the opportunity to participate in this years Anchorage Heart Walk to help spread awareness. Aliy and Allen know that it is critical that everyone (human and canine) pay attention to their health and get regular checkups.
SP Kennel brought two racers; Mismo and Junior, to accompany two retirees; Chica and Malibu on the 5K event. The four dog team pulled a wheeled dog sled while dressed in harness and sporting Matson bandannas. Aliy either rode the runners or walked alongside. Allen helped Mismo and Junior navigate the busy streets of downtown Anchorage.
Special thanks to our Anchorage Pit Crew: Chica, Don and Leslie; Malibu and Mary-Beth; Linda and Midnight as well as the fantastic Crew at Matson.
Not everyone realizes that every potential Iditarod race dog is screened and approved after undergoing an EKG or electrocardiogram just weeks before they enter the race. Now… that’s preventive medicine!
What a great annual event to support….way to go Matson and SPK! Love seeing the SPK retirees…looking good!
What a terrific Team!!! WOOF WOOF WOOF
I was excited to see Chica! She looks great!
Great picture of that Aliy smile! Go Allen and Aliy! Have a great season!