About Malusky

Malusky Kennels have been involved with sled dogs and Sled Dog Racing since 1995. We began with one Alaskan Malamute, and grew to support the whole families interest in the sport. Currently we have 14 Siberian Huskies and 5 Alaskan Huskies.

Malusky Husky dog sled riding

Donal competes in the 6 Dog Class at races around Australia.

Anne competes in the 4 Dog Class and sometimes also enters the 2 Dog Class at races. This year Anne will compete in the 6 Dog Class.

Jaime competes in the 2 Dog Class and may also enter the Veterans Class with more mature dogs.

We are also working to implement an 8 Dog Class to the sport in Australia, a class in which both Anne & Donal will compete.

Malusky Team are founding members of the Hunter Valley Mushers. Hunter Valley Mushers is a group of mushing enthusiasts who have been organizing their own successful sled dog race here in July each year since 2003.

Malusky Kennel and dogs have been involved in 2 canine studies performed by the University of Armidale.

Norway January/February 2009

Gausdal Norway - Malusky Husky dog sled ridesDonal was the first Aussie to compete in a sled dog race in Norway. He entered the Gausdal Maraton on the 10th and 11th January and the Trom's Quest, on the 23rd and 24th January.

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2007-2008

Mushing Boot Camp to be held in Australia in May 2007. Professional Mushing trainers Ann Stead and Jamie Nelson from the United States have been invited to teach and have consented to be the instructors. Their expertise and knowledge will be gratefully received by those attending the camp. See their web site at www.mushingbootcamp.com.

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Dog sled riding in Norway

Dog sled racing Norway


 

Race Season
Achievements
2009
 

Donal:

ASSA National Champion
6 Dog Class

ASSA State Champion
6 Dog Class

Anne:

4th in ASSA National
Championship
6 Dog Class

2nd in ASSA State
Championship
6 Dog Class