PARK CITY — There is something special about rescuing a dog and showing it what it means to feel loved. But Rancho Luna Lobos co-owner and professional dog musher Fernando Ramirez takes it a step further: He gives his rescue dogs the opportunity to live out the purpose of their breed.
Rancho Luna Lobos is a rescue, touring and professional racing kennel housing more than 50 dogs, most of which are rescues.
"The Nordic breeds are often found in shelters because of owners’ lack of knowledge about the breed," said Ramirez. "Our main goal and passion are to share our sport and educate anyone willing to listen."
The Park City native said he started mushing when he was about 8-years-old. His mom told him if he wanted to get involved in the sport he would need to include rescue dogs on his team. Today, he competes in the International Pedigree Stage Stop Race in Wyoming and has been accepted to compete at the World Championship this year in Canada with his team, half of which are rescue dogs.
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