Spark

NPS Photo

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Sex: Female
Date of Birth: October 3rd, 2023
Sire: Steward (retired from Denali 2024)
Dam: Kathul
Siblings: Blaze, Char
Litter Theme: Fire
Current Weight: 81 pounds
Current Patrol Miles: 1,540
Current Miles in Lead: 16
Most Likely to: be the teacher's pet

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L-R: Puppy Spark sits in the snow, Spark poses in front of the sled on a day run, Spark assists mushers with cabin chores.

NPS Photos

 

Spitfire

Spark has grown into a spirited and fearless little spitfire, with loyalty and curiosity that will undoubtedly lead her to many great adventures. She is showing great promise in team, always excited to be out on the trail with her fellow sled dogs.

As a puppy, she joined the big dogs on a patrol to Upper Windy Cabin, free running alongside the team as staff delivered firewood. Eager to learn, she quickly became the musher’s constant shadow, taking an inquisitive interest in every aspect of the operation—including the outhouse! Now as a "big dog" herself, she’s still right by the musher's side, always eager to be part of the action.

With her boundless enthusiasm, wiggly excitement, and determination, Spark shines as a valued member of the Denali sled dog team.

 

L-R: Spark takes a break at the top of Stony pass, Spark pretends to be the musher.

Ashley Guevara / David Tomeo

 

L-R: A Youth Conservation Corps Member trains Spark to stand on a wobble board, Spark and Throne chill in the snow, Spark and park staff participate in the local community Trunk-or-Treat event on Halloween.

David Tomeo / Olivia Varga / Megan Quesnel

 

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