NTCH Snykovet´s Yukon has mated Hilma

NTCH Snykovet´s Yukon photographed by Ida-Helene Sivertsen 

Yukon can’t be fooled by a “quiet” heat… He followed Hilma like a shadow — day and night — no eating, no sleeping… and finally, she was ready! We witnessed three matings (August 15, August 16 and August 17) - but there might have been more.  They are such sweethearts cuddling together in the same dog house and staying close to each other all the time. 

We’re feeling quite optimistic that Hilma is now finally carrying her very first litter. So - if all goes well - there will be not just one, but two litters born here at Kennel Snykovet in October. 

Hilma has an ultrasound appointment scheduled September 12th. If pregnant - and we think she is - her due date is October 17-19th.

Rune and I are planning to keep one puppy after after Hilma and Yukon, and Ida-Helene will be keeping one.

NTCH Snykovet’s Yukon

Three year old Yukon, owned by Ida-Helene, is our main leader, not disturbed by reindeer, moose, or any other distractions on the trail. And he is a brilliant through stormy weather — proving his skill in single lead across Hundevidda during this year’s Finnmarksløpet. Steady, confident, and always polite when passing other teams. He has excellent coat and paws, a wonderful temperament, and holds both a CAC from national shows and a Nordic show certificate. An uncomplicated, sweet, beautiful boy!

Weight: 25.5 kg (April 2025)
Eye Health: ECVO eye scan (all clear, August 2024)
Pedigree Registration: NO54797/22 (link to dogweb)
Sire: Sirius av Ulvhild NO56779/20
Dam: Nova av Viddashusky NO45468/19
Racing Career: Yukon is still young but has proven himself as a great sled dog through the racing seasons of 2024-2025 including long, middle and sprint races.

Hilma

Soon to be 6 year old Hilma joined us in July 2022 from Matti Salmi and Jane Helppi of Nellim Husky, Finland. She’s a beautiful, clever, and hard-working girl — fast, tireless, and an excellent lead dog. She craves speed, is rock-solid on commands, and has completed numerous races with a tight tug line, earning nine first prizes in sled / working dog trials with our team. We’ve long dreamed of offsprings from her.

Weight: 19 kg (April 2025)
Eye Health: ECVO eye scan (all clear, March 2023)
Pedigree Registration: FI13061/21 (link to dogweb, import from Finland)
Sire: Eki (Eetu x Polar Speed Diigu)
Dam: Timanttihangen Nitro (Tullatuulen Jack x Kefeus Hexe’s Skathi)
Racing Career: Hilma is a key member of our team and has proven herself as a great sled dog through the racing seasons of 2022-2025 including long, middle and sprint races. Hilma is just one blue ribbon away from earning her NTCH title, but her heart clearly belongs to the trails and not in the show ring, and we respect her opinion on that!

Hilma photographed by Ida-Helene Sivertsen