Our beginnings...
Our life with malamutes began in 1996, when we acquired
Krystalmar's Tkaya Tyee, "Tkaya", and it was this beginning that led
us to be hopelessly addicted to this wonderful, intelligent and
affectionate breed. Spiritrun Registered Alaskan Malamutes began
after we welcomed four year-old Ch Keikewabic's Agassiz of
Tundra, CAM, ROM, CGC, TT, WPD, "Amber", to our lives. She was
bred to multiple BIS, BISS A/C Ch Nanuke's Take No Prisoners,
ROM, "Tyler", who, at the time, was the #2 dog All-breeds in the US,
and the Westminster Kennel Club Working Group winner in 1998.
Suffice it to say, we had a very fortunate start to our breeding
program. We are forever grateful to the individuals who started us
out on the right foot and who continue to guide us to this day.
Krystalmar's Tkaya Tyee, "Tkaya", and it was this beginning that led
us to be hopelessly addicted to this wonderful, intelligent and
affectionate breed. Spiritrun Registered Alaskan Malamutes began
after we welcomed four year-old Ch Keikewabic's Agassiz of
Tundra, CAM, ROM, CGC, TT, WPD, "Amber", to our lives. She was
bred to multiple BIS, BISS A/C Ch Nanuke's Take No Prisoners,
ROM, "Tyler", who, at the time, was the #2 dog All-breeds in the US,
and the Westminster Kennel Club Working Group winner in 1998.
Suffice it to say, we had a very fortunate start to our breeding
program. We are forever grateful to the individuals who started us
out on the right foot and who continue to guide us to this day.
Our goal...
Our goal is to produce malamutes that exhibit excellent breed type;
who are physically and mentally sound; who are capable of
performing the original intended functions for the breed; and to
place these malamutes in loving homes where they become
cherished members of the family. Our goals are designed to
preserve and protect the Alaskan malamute breed for future
generations to enjoy.
who are physically and mentally sound; who are capable of
performing the original intended functions for the breed; and to
place these malamutes in loving homes where they become
cherished members of the family. Our goals are designed to
preserve and protect the Alaskan malamute breed for future
generations to enjoy.
In pursuit of this goal...
We do not produce a lot of litters, so when we do, every effort goes into planning to ensure the
best possible outcome for the dam and her puppies. We breed champion stock in accordance
with the AKC/CKC Official Breed Standard for the Alaskan malamute. We strive for constant
improvement from one generation to the next and feel very strongly about breeding the whole dog,
that is, to take into consideration all facets of a what makes a malamute correct, and to not focus
in on strictly one trait (ie, size, colour etc...). Obtaining performance and championship titles
allows us the opportunity to present our malamutes to the dog fancy, to measure them against
the breed standard and thus validate our efforts. Our breeding practices are in accordance with
the Canadian Kennel Club's Code of Ethics and Code of Practice for Breeders, and the Alaskan
Malamute Club of America's Code of Ethics.
best possible outcome for the dam and her puppies. We breed champion stock in accordance
with the AKC/CKC Official Breed Standard for the Alaskan malamute. We strive for constant
improvement from one generation to the next and feel very strongly about breeding the whole dog,
that is, to take into consideration all facets of a what makes a malamute correct, and to not focus
in on strictly one trait (ie, size, colour etc...). Obtaining performance and championship titles
allows us the opportunity to present our malamutes to the dog fancy, to measure them against
the breed standard and thus validate our efforts. Our breeding practices are in accordance with
the Canadian Kennel Club's Code of Ethics and Code of Practice for Breeders, and the Alaskan
Malamute Club of America's Code of Ethics.
About Us
Community Involvement
Jennifer, with a young Charger
in lap, reading to the children of
Honey Harbour P.S.
Jennifer, with a young Charger
in lap, reading to the children of
Honey Harbour P.S.
Exhibiting in Conformation
We exhibit our breeding stock
in conformation dog shows to
present our dogs to the fancy,
to measure them against our
Breed Standard and thus
validate our efforts.
We exhibit our breeding stock
in conformation dog shows to
present our dogs to the fancy,
to measure them against our
Breed Standard and thus
validate our efforts.
Our involvement...
Our responsibility...
Our responsiility extends to each dog we produce, that is, that they will live happy, healthy lives
and that they will be cared for and loved by the owners we select for them. We take great care in
selecting only the best homes for our puppies. Our responsibility extends to our potential
adopters, as well, in that we must ensure that the dog will fit their lifestyle. We will not hesitate to
steer people towards another breed if we feel that the Alaskan malamute is not the ideal choice
of breed for their situation. As breeders, we are committed to each puppy we bring into this world
for it's lifetime and will always be prepared to accept it back into our home, regardless of the
reason. We do not take our responsibility as breeders lightly. Our puppies and our puppy buyers
are dependant on our integrity and our willingness to continue learning and sharing that
information. As husband and wife, we are fortunate to share a passion for this breed that has
fueled a lifelong commitment.
and that they will be cared for and loved by the owners we select for them. We take great care in
selecting only the best homes for our puppies. Our responsibility extends to our potential
adopters, as well, in that we must ensure that the dog will fit their lifestyle. We will not hesitate to
steer people towards another breed if we feel that the Alaskan malamute is not the ideal choice
of breed for their situation. As breeders, we are committed to each puppy we bring into this world
for it's lifetime and will always be prepared to accept it back into our home, regardless of the
reason. We do not take our responsibility as breeders lightly. Our puppies and our puppy buyers
are dependant on our integrity and our willingness to continue learning and sharing that
information. As husband and wife, we are fortunate to share a passion for this breed that has
fueled a lifelong commitment.
We are very active in CKC and AKC conformation dog shows and we enjoy many hours riding
the runners behind our sled dog teams. With limited breedings, we have produced a number of
Canadian and American Champions, Regional and National Specialty winners, Best Puppy in
Show winners, multiple Working Group winners and a multiple All-Breed Best in Show winner.
We are active member of the Canadian Kennel Club , the Alaskan Malamute Club of Canada ,
the Alaskan Malamute Club of America and the Alaskan Malamute HELP League . Jennifer has
served on the board of directors of both the AMCC and AMHL for many years. We were the
Pedigree Breeders of the Year in 2000, an award that has since been discontinued, but an
honour nevertheless.
To visit to our kennel or to meet with us at a dog show, we would be happy to arrange that with
you. Please contact us .
the runners behind our sled dog teams. With limited breedings, we have produced a number of
Canadian and American Champions, Regional and National Specialty winners, Best Puppy in
Show winners, multiple Working Group winners and a multiple All-Breed Best in Show winner.
We are active member of the Canadian Kennel Club , the Alaskan Malamute Club of Canada ,
the Alaskan Malamute Club of America and the Alaskan Malamute HELP League . Jennifer has
served on the board of directors of both the AMCC and AMHL for many years. We were the
Pedigree Breeders of the Year in 2000, an award that has since been discontinued, but an
honour nevertheless.
To visit to our kennel or to meet with us at a dog show, we would be happy to arrange that with
you. Please contact us .
Extra-curricular Activities
We firmly believe that the
malamute should have ample
opportunities to enjoy outdoor
activities such as sledding,
backpacking, hiking,
weigh-pull, ski-jorring...
We firmly believe that the
malamute should have ample
opportunities to enjoy outdoor
activities such as sledding,
backpacking, hiking,
weigh-pull, ski-jorring...
| Above: Jen with young Koda (Tobe x Kali); Edmund with Tkaya |
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