Whirl With Merle

The AKC Museum of the Dog is pleased to announce its next exhibition opening this winter. “Mush! A Tribute to Sled Dogs from Arctic Exploration to the Iditarod” will run from January 7th through March 29th.

This exhibit aims to educate visitors about the history of sled dogs across the globe. The efforts of these dogs included Antarctic expeditions conducted by Admiral Byrd and evolved into delivering mail through dangerous weather conditions during the early 20th century and ultimately saved countless lives in Alaska in 1925 during a deadly Diphtheria outbreak.

Artwork and historical objects are among the items that will be on display showcasing the beauty of these animals doing what they were bred to do. The exhibition features pieces from the AKC archives and Museum collection including prints, paintings, drawings, as well as an original wooden sled as well as work by sled dog artist, Jon Van Zyle. The exhibit will focus on five breeds: the Alaskan Malamute, Chinook, Newfoundland, Samoyed and Siberian Husky.

Alan Fausel, Director of the Museum will tell us about both the museum  and exhibit.