This is the run on January 23rd 2026, a great day for running.
We have had a lot of snow this year and some very cold days and nights.
Last night it -32 with a windchill of -43c!
The dogs are all fine getting extra food (high in protein and fats) and good bed of fresh straw.
The puppies (Twister and Pizzi) are growing and turned 6 months of age the first of January.
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It has been a crazy couple of weeks here at Miotuk with frigid temperatures, mild weather, rain and then the temperature dropped again today.
The puppies have adjusted well to their new home and all the dogs a nice fresh bedding of straw today.
We got in two runs last week and another three this week.
The above video is with Saphir/Lilly at lead, Lance/Levis at point and Zazz and Drago at wheel.
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It has been a long time since the last post as there was a lot of action taking place.However, it took until now for these actions to materialize.
First Napel (Gonsolin Breeding which included Indy, Trump and Phil all of their top studs) arrived here in late August. She ran lead on Remy Coste's Team winning the Grand Odyssey in France 5 times, winning The Wyoming Pedigree Stage Stop Race in 2023, pacing second at the Rondy in 2023, second place at ONAC 2023 & 2024. We are currently in the process of breeding her.
Also added Twister (Brown) & Pissi (Grey) two 5 month out female puppies from the Marco & Anny Revest Kennel ( 6 times champions of the Pedigree Stage Stop Race ini Wyoming, Second and third pace finishers at ONAC and first place in the 2023 Rondy with Anny being only the second female to ever win the race also multible wins in Manitoba Le Pas race)
Both of these puppies will be part of our future breeding program.
As you can see. the future looks promising!
Also Timon Langer, from Austria, arrive here on the 6th of December as the new Handler/Trainee. So, we will start running the dogs next week
Will keep you all posted!
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This Week Lance was bred to Zazz.
There was 5 couplings in the 7 days.
Puppies are expected around the 23rd of August.
The only two days they weren't bred was too hot here with temperatures in the 30's c. Way to hot for the dogs safety.
The past few weeks, we have had a mixed bag of weather here with cold, hot/humid temperatures and a lot of rain.
Other than that all is well here.
Black flies are just about gone for another year and the mosquitos are plentiful.
​Life in the forest!
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It has been awhile since updating the Blog due to circumstances here at Miortuk.
First the heartbreak of the passing of Lloyd. It was unexpected and sudden. Lloyd was fine up to the morning he passed, running on every training run, healthy and happy in the kennel. Playing every morning with his brother Levis and eating enthusiastically everyday. 
He passed peacefully in his around 11am.
There will be a tribute to him on the Reflections Page.
The joy comes with the announcement of two new members to the Miortuk Team.
We had the good fortune to adopt Zazz & Drago from the Terrien Kennel.
Both of these dogs are 7 years old and retired from racing. Both dogs raced in the Open Class this past season and were on Rejean's Team running the ONAC years back. 
Both Zazz and Drago are Leaders.
Zazz is a very enthusiastic, friendly female who loves attention.
Drago is a little more reserved and taking a little while to trust me.
Everyday, half an hour is spent petting and bonding with him.
Progress is being made, he is now trusting me and looking forward to our one on one time.
I have no doubt when a harness is brought out, he will be ready to go!
​The bonding process is so important.
There are more exciting things to take place here that will be announced when everything is finalized.
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The past week was a mixe of emotions with some fun runs and sadly the loss of Sam. 
Sam was going to be 13 years old this Spring. She lived a good life loving to run, playing with Saphir and loving belly rubs. Sam was healthy right up to the end and passed away peacefully in her sleep.
RIP sweetheart!
Lance is proving to be an excellent leader, this week running with Saphir one day and later in the week with Levis.
I am always amazed at the exceptional performance of the "L" Litter. All being focused, fast runners and all leaders. 
A truly once in a life time litter.
Above video is of Lance/Levis at lead, Lilly  and Lloyd /Saphir at wheel.
The weather here has been inconsistant with above 0c temperatures to frigid  -20's. Snow has been enough to run most of the time. But, far less than previous years.
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Lance on the left and Saphir on the right at lead. This was the last pair of Leaders to try together as my objective for 2024.
They are a great pair focused, drive and speed!
Saphir finally met her match with speed!!
The Fall season was a good one and thanks to the help of Lily and her work ethic!
The last week of 2024 was met with warm temperatures and rain.
The New Year is to begin with some fresh snow.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Training leaders is always fun here at Miortuk.
This time, we got Levis up front with Lance and he did a great job.
All of the "L" litter will run lead.
Last week on Wednesday we got rain and then frigid temperatures leaving the trail in ice.
We have to wait now for some snow to make the trails safe for running.
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Winter is finally here. 
We got around 16" of snow the last two weeks and we now have a hard packed base on the trail.
The dogs are doing excellent and are enjoying the snowy trails. 
We have switched to the Skidoo and put the quad away for the winter.
The above video shows Lance (Back dog) and Lloyd at lead. This was the first run that Lance ran lead right from the start out of the kennel.
He did amazing being super focused with speed and taking commands.
He will be a great Leader! Lance and Lloyd made a very good pair at lead.
Hok'ee for being much older than the rest of the team is doing a great job and keeping up with the younger dogs.
The second team is improving and Saphir is back running after a false pregnancy. Her and Venus are a great pair of leaders. The second team has three of the senior aged dogs (Tapeu, Sam & Frodo) in the team.
The only dog not running this year is Blue, who is enjoying his retirement at 14 years old. He has been a great dog ever since his yearling year and ran in all my Open Class Races. He is also the father of the "L" litter, the best litter bred here.
The lake has finally frozen over.However, with the snow the ice is not very thick and is dangerous.
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On Tuesday November 26th, we got our first real snow fall of the season with 4" of the  white stuff. Today another 4" of fresh wet snow.
It was great for the dogs and us to get back out on snowy trails. The scenery was beautiful in a Winter wonderland. 
All is going really well here and my new Handler, Lilly, is doing a great job and has learned very quickly the harnessing, hook up and the routine. She is also great company and we have had many interesting conversations.
The dogs are all doing well. Saphir returned to running after a week and half off due to a false pregnancy. 
Today the lake has finally frozen over.
Until next.......