Satsanga Siberians was established in 1996 by Carmen M. Schnider-Kemp, a Swiss who immigrated to South Africa in July 1993. After a skiing trip in Switzerland having a Cappuccino on the terrace of the Eigerbahn Restaurant in Grindelwald, I experienced the magical stare from a black & white bi-eyed Siberian Husky. I have been passionate about this breed ever since.

Since Sukie, my first pet in 1993, my goals have changed. I have definitely learned about the dangers of owning this breed and about the responsibility that goes with it. Although my Siberians are first and foremost pets and family members, exhibiting my dogs at conformation shows and sledding with a team have opened new dimensions in owning this wonderful breed. Sledding became more attractive when I met my husband, Stephan, who enthusiastically got involved with sledding and at first showing. Lately, his passion for golf has lured him away from the shows, but he still occasionally accompanies me, especially to the May Durban week-end, which is our favorite show week-end. As to his involvement in Satsanga Siberians; he is the one pulling a stuck puppy out in the middle of the night, I'd be too much of a wimp! He is the one rushing a dog to the Vet in an emergency or taking care of the lot when I am facilitating training out of town. And last but not least, he is the shoulder to cry on when I did not meet my expectations in the ring!

Our dogs live in two packs and have ample space to romp and run. Their favorite past-time is to chase guinea fowls (luckily they never catch one!), rats, snakes or other interesting living creatures which decide to invade their territory. Our Siberians are great couch-potatoes and always on stand-by as first tasters for eventual snacks during cooking time. As we have a pre-teen daughter, it is of utmost importance to us that our dogs have superb temperaments like the breed standard states: friendly, outgoing and mischievous.

Breeding: As Siberian Huskies are my hobby not my business, I breed very selectively and believe in quality not quantity. I am of the opinion with careful selection, a bit of homework on pedigrees and most importantly good mentoring, even a small kennel can contribute meaningfully to this wonderful breed.

Satsanga's mission statement: To breed structurally correct, genetically sound, typey Siberian Huskies with superb temperament, which excel in the conformation ring and can perform their original purpose in harness.