The Dogs

​The canine athletes of YoopAK Kennel and Tours are a diverse group of dogs, each with his or her own set of likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses.  In our kennel standards we look for a love for pulling and working in a team, a THICK double coat capable of camping in the heart of Interior winters, large tough feet for rough snow or overflow, compact and thick build which makes hauling heavy loads a breeze, a fierce appetite, and a friendly disposition. 

Fun Fact! When mushers have a litter they often use a theme to name the puppies. For an individual new to the kennel its a quick way to learn who are siblings! Check out the profiles to see each dog's litter theme and try to spy littermates!

Allier

DOB: May 2014                              
Position: Leader
Weight: 50 pounds
Litter Theme: Wines
Pronounced Al-LEE-air, this girl is a fireball. Allier joins us from Bravo Kennel. When she was just 22 months old Allier ran the Iditarod, completing half the race in lead! Endless go and drive, she is does not play well with other females. We are excited to have this sweet girl in the kennel.

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Baxter

DOB: February 2016
Position: Mascot & Official Greeter
Weight: 60 pounds
Litter Theme: Baxter State Park
Baxter is the official greeter and mascot of YoopAK Kennel and Tours. Baxter joined the kennel at eight weeks old from a local musher. She is half Akita, half freight husky. She takes great pride in watching over the property. She entertains the kids and works one-on-one for wood hauling.

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Dyson

DOB: May 2010              
Position: Leader                                          
Weight: 60 pounds
Litter Theme: Vacuum cleaners
Dyson has been with the YoopAK Kennel since our beginnings in 2014. His calm laid back nature has been an asset for training the young up and comers. Generally he prefers human affection over play time with his teammates. Dyson has led us down many trails and he has many more adventures to still experience!

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Katahdin

DOB: January 2016      
Position: Leader                          
Weight: 65 pounds                                             
Litter Theme: Appalachian Trail
The only puppy born in his litter, Katahdin has always been a unique individual. Focused and driven from a young age, Katahdin was leading his six dog team at just seven months of age! Intelligent and soft tempered, Katahdin always wants to please. His favorite position is single lead!

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Piper

DOB: 2010                                        
Position: Leader
Weight: 45 pounds
Litter Theme: Airplanes
Piper joined the kennel fall of 2019 from Willow, AK. Ryan has known Piper since she was just a tiny pup and spent several years running Piper in her youth. Now, she is retiring from long distance racing and has a comfy dog bed in the house. She still enjoys leading and running with her team. 

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Q-Ball

DOB: 2015                                                         
Position: Team
Weight: 60 pounds
​Litter Theme: "Q" litter
Q-Ball the resident Hollywood Dog. With a personality for the movie set and looks to match Q is a favorite with guests. A real workhorse, Q-ball LOVES people and being with his husky companions. There is no mistaking Q-ball with his flashy markings and blue eyes! Q often runs team or wheel with Little John, they are true BFFs!

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