Category: Dogs

Step Into The Breach:

In traditional definitions, “To Step into the Breach” means to take the place of someone who is suddenly unable to do a job or task. In military terms a breach is a gap in fortifications made by enemy guns or explosives. Or to stand… Continue Reading “Step Into The Breach:”

I think this speaks for itself.

Dogs of Winter:

I sat down with my dogs today, as they lounged upon their hay.I ran my hands through furry coats, troubles began to fade away.They looked at me with eyes of blue, nuzzling close… and they knew. The Fate of dogs is tied to man,… Continue Reading “Dogs of Winter:”

Mushers?

I think this speaks for itself.

80 Miles a Day:

24 and 56… miles between the sticks,his team had done it times six.80 miles of barren waste,freezing wind upon your face. Sometimes it was so cold,it tested the bravest of souls.When Jim had those thoughts,like magic Jack would look back. Jack was the leader… Continue Reading “80 Miles a Day:”

The Seppala Siberian Sleddog:

A culmination of 6 months work is now done. I was pleased to co-author this with Mr. Willett. Now available at Amazon.com. Electronic or Print Versions. If you purchase the print version you can later purchase the e-book edition for $2.99 From 1974 – 2010 Douglas… Continue Reading “The Seppala Siberian Sleddog:”

Mother Husky:

I’ll have you know how huskies go, I’m the future of my clan.I’m the Queen of this pack, I don’t look back, my name is Ann.Like my mother before me, I’ve learned I must be strong.If I fail my task at hand, we will… Continue Reading “Mother Husky:”

There Was A Time:

There was a time not so long ago,when Northern dogs ruled the snow.Before man invented the snowmobile,they relied on dogs with hearts of steel. For in those lands full of frozen drifts,when life and death can suddenly shift.Dogs born under the northern lights,their lives… Continue Reading “There Was A Time:”

Some Things are Better Left Unchanged:

You can take a husky out of the North, but you can’t take the North out of a husky. Regardless of the temperature the husky swirl and tail curl remains. The need to be close to those in the pack is strong. The love… Continue Reading “Some Things are Better Left Unchanged:”

Teach Your Children Well:

The love of animals will last a lifetime, and benefit both.