Yup. Got to tour Trailbreaker Kennels in Fairbanks a few months ago, Susan Butcher’s daughter runs it now. She said she looked for performance and behavior over breed.

She said ‘they aren’t going to the AKC they’re going to run’

I got a chance last summer to take a chopper up to the Mendenhall glacier outside of Juneau where these dogs go to train during the summer months. Absolutely unforgettable experience. These dogs are amazing athletes, but also they’re super sweet and loving.