Keena when she first joined our family
Our Story
The Heart Behind Snake River Pomskys — by Marcy Farmer Howell
Hello! I'm Marcy Farmer Howell, the proud owner of Snake River Pomskys.
My journey with Pomskies began in 2014, during a difficult time in my life. I had recently gone through a divorce and was trying to find my way forward. I've always loved animals, especially dogs, and I never imagined how much these wonderful dogs would change my life.
I started talking with Heather from Pomsky Northerns, who became an amazing mentor. It took about six months to find my first Husky, Keena, and she turned out to be one of the best dogs I've ever had.
Keena is the grandmother or great-grandmother of many of our puppies. She has such a sweet personality and wonderful disposition that we've worked hard to carry her genetics throughout our breeding lines. Although she's retired, she still helps socialize our puppies.
Not long after Keena joined our family, we welcomed our first Pomsky, Kayla, also from Pomsky Northerns, and our Pomeranian, Chip. Our first year of trying to breed puppies didn't go as planned, but in December 2015, we welcomed our very first beautiful litter!
When my grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, my breeding program made it possible for me to leave my office job and care for her while raising puppies. The dogs were wonderful with her and brought her comfort during those difficult years. I'll always be grateful for that time.
Today, Snake River Pomskys is truly a family affair. My grandchildren help care for our adult dogs and socialize our puppies. Some even have Pomskies of their own! One granddaughter has told me she'd like to take over when I'm ready to retire.
We currently have six breeding females and seven breeding males. We're blessed to still have Keena, her son Koda—our first Pomsky stud—and Nita, one of our original Husky girls.
Many of our breeding dogs live with wonderful guardian families, including family and friends I've made along the way. I couldn't do this without them. Their help gives our dogs loving family homes and makes it possible for me to personally deliver many of our puppies.
My dogs have been one of the greatest blessings in my life. They've helped me through some difficult times and brought happiness to my family. I honestly don't know where I'd be without them.
Every puppy we raise is a little piece of that story, and it means so much to see them bring that same love into someone else's home.
With love, Marcy Farmer Howell
