18/08/2026
‘A champion is someone who is remembered. A legend is someone who is never forgotten.’ – Matshona Dhliwayo
Yesterday, at the age of 13, we had to say goodbye to our beloved Lily.
Lily, born and raised in Alaska at Mitch Seavey kennel, was brought to Sweden by Petter and Angela exactly 10 years ago. With her in the team, Petter won the Femundløpet in 2017 in record time and the Finnmarksløpet in 2018. But it’s not just her who ranks among the best of all time; her children and grandchildren are also active today in various kennels, competing in the world’s biggest races – including Bandit, Angus, Pentax, Nikon, Olympus and others.
Lily, you will surely never be forgotten; we will miss your friendly nature and your happy personality very much!
📷: Petter Karlsson Sleddogs 🇸🇪, Finnmarksløpet , Femundløpet
If you’re interested, you can find Lily’s full story and her adventurous journey from Alaska to Sweden on our website (www.petterkarlsson.com/dogtales-lily/).
