History of Dog Mushing in Canada

Dog Sledding has been in Canada, North America and Siberia for 4000 years; according to archaeological evidence as stated by The International Federation of Sled Dog Sports. Circa 1000 A.D. the Thule Inuit migrated to Arctic Canada from what is now Alaska bringing with them the first Canadian Eskimo dogs. The people and the dogs relied on each other for everyday survival in harsh conditions. Researchers believe that life in Northern Canada may not have been possible without sled dogs........ more

Welcome to Atanarjuat Kennel

 

Meet our Hard Working Huskies

 

"Ice" a powerful boy who came to us from William Kleedehn at Limp-Along Racing Kennel in Carcross, Yukon.

 

"Dragon" a quiet and hard working girl who arrived with "Ice" from William Kleedehn's in Yukon.

 

 

 

"Lois" the matriarch of the dog yard; she is our best leader and is nearing retirement. She will have a few more seasons of working and helping us to train new leaders.

 

 

"Star" a precious girl who likes to greet you with a sit and a 'high-paw'. She is one of our main leaders, and is usually paired with Yellow in the team.

 

 

"Yellow" a sweet gentle little lady, who pulls like a workhorse. She is one of our main leaders and likes to be paired with Star; leading the team down the trail and back home.

 

 

"Nishka" on the left, "Balto" on the right. This matching gal and guy duo are friendly team dogs, pulling along in the middle of the pack.

 

"Thunder" don't let his grumble fool you. He is an affectionate big boy who likes to pull. He knows his lead commands and helps the team stay on the right trail.

 

 

"Racer" a powerhouse with a big heart. He is one of our invaluable wheel dogs, who will sing you a tune of greeting when you visit him.

 

 

 

"Homer" a big hansome boy who loves attention and loves to pull full steam ahead. He is great in the middle of the team or in wheel.

 

 

"Buddy" a straight ahead, hardworking friendly giant. He is one of our chief wheel dogs and likes to run paired with Racer.

 

 

 

"Sonny" a young, very shy and quiet boy, until he sees the harness and he knows it is time to work; then he becomes confident and eager to get pulling.

 

 

"Boots" a decendant of Seppala bloodlines; is a big happy boy excited to explore a new trail.

 

 

"Togo" a talkative, friendly boy who is happy to see you and enjoys an adventure with the team.

 

 

"Skinny" don't let the name fool you, he is anything but. He is a strong-straight-ahead team member.

 

 

 

Check back soon for pictures of our beautiful puppies:
Katie, Hazel, Frost & Jumble

 

 

Shannon driving in the Wilderness 100 in Greenville, Maine
(this is the 30-mile trail)