About US
Meet Steve & Taniya Coxhead
We’re the husband-and-wife team behind Timberline Kennels. With three decades of experience working with sled dogs, we operate New Zealand’s largest Siberian Husky Race Kennel.
Where It All Began
Our journey with huskies began 30 years ago and led us to build Timberline, a purpose-built kennel and training facility in Taupō, where visitors can connect with our pack and learn about sled dog life.
What sets Timberline apart is our deep passion for these incredible huskies and their legacy, combined with a love for the thrill of sled dog racing. Every dog is trained with care, and their energy and spirit are at the heart of everything we do.
why choose timberline?
Our Vision for Timberline
We aim to offer a hands-on, immersive experience into the world of Siberian Huskies and their working heritage. Our focus is to educate visitors on what it takes to care for and train these incredible dogs.
Sharing Knowledge & Mentoring Owners
We’ve mentored many husky owners, helping them understand the special needs of this unique breed. Huskies require patience, respect, and a different approach than typical pets.
A Lifetime with Huskies
We’ve cared for over 24 huskies across 35 years and are proud to be a home for life for our dogs. A new litter is on the way from our own bloodlines.
Experience Life with Siberian Huskies
We offer a unique setting where visitors can come to our property and have the opportunity to mingle with the dogs and learn about their characteristics, limitations and suitability as a pet. We discuss our philosophy on keeping a pack of Siberian Huskies which includes care of the dogs and what it takes to successfully train and run a sled dog team.
what our guests say
Steve very helpfully picked me up from Taupo to bring me out and was a delightful host. It was just me on the afternoon tour so I had a very personalised experience.
Sean Kennelly, Ivybridge, Devon, UK
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