Ceremonial Start

Aliy and Allen had flawless ceremonial runs. Leading Allen and the Black Team in the 5th position was Chacha and Ranger. Ranger was beside himself with excitement. Chacha, on the other hand, was all business with a “been there, done that” mentality. And rightly so since she’s starting her EIGHTH … Read More

Bib Draw

Last night, the SP Kennel crew and other sled dog fanatics made their way to Iditarod Start Banquet. And for any Iditarod musher, the night was filled with mingling, talking, and poster signing with the exception of the bib draw. Aliy was one of the first mushers up to the … Read More

Congratulations Bonita!

Bonita is one of the rock-stars of SP Kennel, but that doesn’t keep her from being a bit of a Barbie doll. Bonita is known as the playful ditz, high-stepping her way down the trail, so it’s a good thing that teacher Barbara Boucher has signed up to be her … Read More

Congratulations Spicy!

When Vivian and Greg Martin came up from Georgia for the Iditarod start, they came across the SPK crew through mutual acquaintance. Both the dogs and the SP K attitude had them hooked! Shortly after, they were introduced to Spicy, or Spi-CEE as she’s affectionately known, through the “Meet the … Read More

How Healthy Are These Dogs?

With the Iditarod fast approaching, it’s important that each of the dogs are healthy and fit as possible. However, we can only tell so much from running the dogs and thoroughly looking them over. That’s where the Iditarod vet checks come in. Last Tuesday, all the dogs took a trip … Read More

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