Jennifer
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Welcome
to
Sundog Racing Kennel
Sundog Racing Kennel was named after an inspirational pup.
In 1987 we did our first kennel breeding. "Sundog"
was the only pup to survive out of a litter of eight after their
mother died during a C-section.
All eight pups were hand fed from the beginning, but one by
one we lost them.
We had to give them intravenous fluids, tube them when they
were too weak to suck, and do all the things a mother dog would
do to stimulate them. After two weeks, Sundog was the only one
who revived from the virus that killed his littermates.
Sundog was tiny and feisty, and had to be raised in a baby playpen
in the house because he had an inadequate immune system. The
first time he went into harness he screamed and resisted. Within
a few runs, he was running lead with his father, and he stayed
in lead for six years.
"Sundog"
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Sundog passed away a few years
ago. He lead an exciting life full of adventure and love. We
will never forget what he taught us and the fun we had on the
trails.
For someone considering getting into dog mushing, let me say
one important thing. Dog mushing is addictive! Be prepared to
sacrifice so you can fully benefit from the joys and pains (sometimes
literally) of working with a dog team year round. Get lots of
warm clothes, forget about those vacations in Hawaii, and be
prepared to stay with it for several years so you can learn
enough to be competitive! Most importantly, before you start,
and always thereafter - ask lots of questions and listen to
the veterans! Dog mushers are some of the most honest people
I know when it comes to giving you all the ups and downs without
hesitation!
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We feed
Redpaw from
Underdog Feed
(907) 373-6851
If you wish to donate you can call the feed store or simply use paypal
Click Here
Thank you for your support!
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PART OF THE TEAM |
"BOOTIE JAR"
Each year we set out
to fill the "Bootie Jar" It helps us offset
race expenses. Its' a fun & easy way to be part
of the team!
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OUR
SPONSORS |
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RURAL DISCOUNT
CENTER
18915 Old Glenn Hwy
Chugiak, Alaska 99567
688-4448
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EAGLE
RIVER
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& Dale
Cope
Chugiak,
Alaska |
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Thank
you
Anchorage,
Alaska
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