In Part 2 of our “behind the scenes” mini-series on Dog Care Day, Aliy does some fancy footwork. One of the aspects of SP Kennel dogs which makes them stand out in the world of racing sled dogs is that they have very few problems with their feet. This is … Read More
Many of you have written to ask for more “behind the scenes” action here at SP Kennel, and we’re happy bring it to you. In fact, we’ve got a 3-part mini-series that we think is exactly that. Here’s the set-up: After last weekend’s full schedule of running dogs — on … Read More
In Part 2 of Aliy’s “Woodcutting Road” trail video, there are a couple of treats in store for you. First, Aliy exchanges taunts with a bothersome raven, surely something you won’t see and hear every day! Second, Happy The Sled Dog puts on a show that her fans — and … Read More
Besides being an all-around fantastic sled dog here at SP Kennel, Spicy has just become our first “corporate sponsored” dog! Last year when the folks at Freeds read that Aliy was giving up her beloved coffee for racing season, they sent her some of their Energi Tea to try. She … Read More
If Aliy keeps shooting video this good out on the trail, they’ll never have a reason to get me back on a sled! In this video, Aliy Takes us on a tour of the “Woodcutting Road” trail. Ride along with a team of 16 dogs and hear all about it!
I know this is a Dog Log, but sometimes we just have to share a little flavor of life in Alaska. Here’s the sign from the Denny’s in Fairbanks. Am I the only one, or does this make you smile too?
While cleaning up my media files from the weekend, I found this video clip. Mostly it’s just a scene of chaos at the start of a race full of young dogs, but I think it also offers an interesting little insight for you. First, you’ll notice right away that Aliy … Read More
The results for Saturday’s Two Rivers Tune up have been posted, and here they are: Bridgett’s Team: Petunia, Kipper, Tony, Honda, Minnie, Bubba, Lester and Waylon Aliy’s Team: Bullet, Butter, Teddy, Hummer, Tyson, Boondocks, Hank and Scruggs Congratulations to Bridgett, Aliy and both teams!
In the pre-internet era, this would probably arrive in the mail as a photo with a note that reads something like this: There’s something I’ve been meaning to tell you, but I just haven’t known how to say it. You’re going to be surprised, and you’re going to have a … Read More
