Legends

These are cherished divas who has passed on.

Jayce

This guy is our foundation male. Jayce hails from Kelly Maixner’s Mad Stork Kennel in Alaska. He is a lead dog and several time Iditarod finisher and came to “retire” with Eva. Due to an wrist injury, Jayce’s race career was cut short with Kelly but he maintains a happy life here in North Dakota. He is the go-to pup trainer, the most laid back easy boy in the yard who has a special love for Katt. Jayce has an infectious joy for the humans and animals alike! He is the only one in the yard who gets along with EVERYONE. There really aren’t enough words to describe this guy. He is the best.

Jayce is retired from racing. He enjoys his days on the Ranch in his own retirement pen. He also gets to run free while we are out doing work around the yard. He does still go on runs when he can but his age keeps him from traveling too far. Make no mistake, Jayce is a very real and beloved part of the DivaDogs team. He is our heart.

*Jayce passed away in February of 2022 while in Alaska visiting his old home. He passed peacefully in his sleep and was truly an exceptional dog. One of the best. We miss him dearly and accredit the diva successes to him and his amazing leadership.

Cocoa

Cocoa was the dog who started it all. She was why the divas are called divas.

Her tribute story is coming soon.

She was diagnosed with Stage 4b Metastatic Osteosarcoma in May 2025. She passed away on May 20, 2025 in the loving arms of her mushers Katt, Justin, and Eva. She is deeply missed.