The thermometer read -43ºF on the porch this morning. That usually means that it is even colder in the yard below the house. Ryne Olson – whose kennel is 4 miles to the east – texted me that it was -48ºF at her place. (Glad I don’t live in her … Read More
Dog booties are used in order to protect dogs’ paws. They are precautionary. Humans wear hiking boots to hike just like sleds dogs wear booties to run. But dogs don’t wear booties all the time just like human don’t wear hiking boots to walk around the shopping mall. Dogs wear … Read More
SP Kennel dogs have many fans across the globe. Fortunately that these fans are full of Christmas spirit. We have been passing out special treats for the entire week. Here is a glimpse of Christmas afternoon at SP Kennel. Tig, Ziptie and Scout were not in the yard … Read More
First of all, our Dog Elves would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! … and the winner is… Thank you for joining the fun. We are off to have a fabulous Christmas day at SP Kennel. A special biscuit laced breakfast and then afternoon treats and gifts. We … Read More
Well… you know how it goes. Things work out eventually if you keep plugging away. We plan optimal training runs for the dogs. Getting them in shape for certain races at the correct time, as well as keeping them happy and healthy are our highest priorities. Throughout the season, we … Read More
The southern horizon at SP Kennel is spectacular this time of year. At one o’clock in the afternoon we aren’t sure whether we want to call this sunrise or sunset – or just the glow from the sunshine. No matter what… it will make you take a moment from your … Read More
Help us make this Holiday Season something to smile about and join us for some SPK Holiday Fun. We are having a Santa’s Best Dressed Dog Elf Contest. This Christmas entertainment will run for the next 10 days – until Christmas Day – December 25th. Dog Elf? you ask. Well… yes. Being … Read More
It was gorgeous yesterday on my 5-hour training run around the Two Rivers neighborhood. Hope you enjoy the scenery without the wind chill! ENJOY: The team was: Commando / Sanka Nomex / Mismo Razz / Sparky Junior / Kodiak Amber / Rodney Driver / Clyde Violet / Champ Iron / … Read More
My nephew Sam LOVES Scooby. When you ask this 12-year old, “Who is your favorite dog?” You actually get a TOP THREE. The top dog of course would of course be his BBF and couch buddy, Starbuck. Another one of his most-liked pooches is Scooby. Tig ranks high on his … Read More
THANKS TO ALL WHO ASKED FOR A COPY. WE HAVE SOLD OUT. Two Rivers Elementary is K thru 8th public school 5 miles from SP Kennel. Approximately 85 children are enrolled. The School Library is a small, yet interactive space where students can follow their dreams. Aliy’s sister, Ms Kaz, … Read More
