Travel

If there were one word to describe this week it would be TRAVEL. All within a week, we will arrive at Nature’s Kennel and then drive five days to Alaska!
Yesterday, Vanessa, Katy (mom), Mike (dad), Alaska and I drove from Durango to Albuquerque for our return to Nature’s Kennel. Alaska slept some of the way, as one picture shows. And of course, safety first! (The other picture shows Alaska with her seat belt on). Alaska absolutely loves road trips, but I don’t think she quite realized all that would go into air travel. Once we arrived in Albuquerque, she hopped right into her crate for the flight to Chicago, then on to Marquette, Michigan. She seemed relaxed enough on the motionless conveyer belt, but as the belt began to rotate, she was less than pleased. I must admit, like a worried parent, I was slightly anxious as Alaska disappeared into the dark luggage hole. But upon arriving in Chicago, my worry was put to rest as I saw the attendant playing with Alaska through the crate while unloading her from the plane. In Marquette, we were greeted by the ever-smiling Maliko. We were all happy to be back on the ground, but I think Alaska was the most pleased as she playfully sprinted around the parking lot.
Last night, instead of driving the two hours back to the kennel, Nate and Lindsay were so generous and invited us to stay at their house outside of Marquette. Not only did they provide us with a delicious dinner and homemade bread, but also Lindsay made fruit pancakes for us this morning. Alaska thoroughly enjoyed her stay as well since she got to play with their two Beagles, Mya and Amber. Thank you Nate and Lindsay!
For the next few days, we will be busy packing and preparing the 60 dogs for the long drive north to Alaska! The word of the week couldn’t be travel without this five-day continuous drive to Skagway and Juneau for the summer season. I’ll keep you posted on the epic drive!