Jennifer Probert LNAC 2008 ~ 1st place 6 dog class. Photo by David Woodcock

Jennifer and Diamond

Jennifer and Diamond
Michael DeYoung Photography

About us

About Us ~

Our kennel is made up of hound / AK husky cross sprint race sled dogs. We are based out of Fairbanks and race around the great state of Alaska. We are a world class kennel that takes the sport of dog mushing very seriously.

Both of us, Jennifer Probert-Erhart and Carl Erhart, are Athabascan Natives from interior Alaska. Carl grew up in Tanana and Jennifer in Tok/Tanacross. Our history in the sport goes back many generations. The Probert, Denny, Ehart and Woods families combined have countless hours and miles on the back of a dog sled and we are blessed to come from such a talanted, amazing and gifted group of people. The stories, advice and information that we get from our family is not only interesting but critical to the success of our kennel. Carrying on not only a family tradition, but a sport that was a way of life for our Athatbascan people is a great honor for both of us.

Currently we compete primarily in the limited class races but plan on running more open class races. Our dreams of running the "big ones" meaning the Open North American and the Rondy are getting closer and closer to being a reality. Our kids also compete in the junior races and our parents still play an active role in the kennel.

We invite you to follow along as we prepare the dogs for raceing, travel around the state to compete in the races and share the ups and downs of the wonderful, exciting sport of sprint dog mushing.

We are looking for sponsors to help with the cost of food, vet care and travel expenses. For more information about becoming a sponsor please contact us directly at prodogkennel@gmail.com

Thank you for taking your time to spend with us!


Tsin' ee
Anna' Bas ee'
(Thank you in Athabascan)

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Summer Cultural Program

Tomorrow will be week 4 of the Cultural Program at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center here in Fairbanks.  I have been doing a presentation about dog mushing every Friday from 7-8 at the center.  Last Friday was great, there were allot of people there and we went over about 45 mins.  There were allot of great questions and interested folks there.  I'm really excited about this program and hope everyone enjoys it.  If you are in town or if you have relatives coming for a visit you should stop by, tickets are $12.00.  

My main focus is on sprint mushing and the evolution of the sport. Since most people have heard about the distance races, everyone seems to think that I am going to run one of them once I mention I race dogs, nope not going to happen.  Not "dogging" on distance racing at all, just want to let folks know that there are other types of racing out there, and it just happens to be super exciting!!!

I would like to educate and inspire people about sprint mushing.  Thanks to all of the sprint mushers for inspiring me every day!
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