10/07/2024
After the amazing support Iāve received in the past 24 hours, I wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself and share a bit more of my journey.
Behind AK Hellhounds, Iām a mom to two incredible girls, wife to an amazing husband, and proud owner of 19 dogs. Over three-quarters of my dogs are involved in bitework, either in PSA or personal protection, 10 do fastCAT, 8 are dock divers, 8 love pulling sleds, 6 compete in conformation, 3 are detection dogs, and they all have their own unique skills and talents. We recently relocated from Alaska to North Carolina for my husbandās job and are really enjoying the new location and community. We made the trip with all our dogs, choosing to drive rather than stress about flying or rehoming them, and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Our current home sits on acres of land, and seeing how happy the dogs are makes it all worth it.
Many have asked about my previous dog training business, and I want to share that Iāve transitioned into social media management to spend more time with my personal dogs and my familyāa decision Iām really happy with. The dog community has its challenges, and while Iāve faced some tough experiences, I believe thatās true in any industry. Over the years, Iāve worked hard to correct my mistakes and grow into a better person.
Being a breeder is not for the faint of heart, and Iāve sacrificed a lot while advocating for my dogs and striving to better the breed. Itās been a heavy weight to carry at times, especially when facing people who arenāt supportive of that mission. On a personal note, Iāve dealt with pre- and postpartum depression, and I lost my mother just months before my second daughter was bornāgrief Iām still working through.
Life, and mental health, can be a constant battle. But my dogs give me a sense of freedom and joy that I canāt fully describe, and Iām committed to being the best owner I can be for them.
Sharing my life on this platform is my way of showing that youāre not alone in your struggles. Whether youāre a mom, a dog owner, an influencer, an Army spouse, or navigating any other part of life, Iām here if you need someone to talk to. I hope my dogs bring you as much happiness as they bring me.
