About Snow Buddies

"Snow Buddies" is a heartwarming Disney direct-to-video family film that was released in 2008. The movie, which is the second installment in the 'Air Buddies' series, centers around the Buddies - a group of adorable Golden Retriever pups including Rosebud, B-Dawg, Buddha, MudBud, and Budderball - who get trapped on an Alaskan ice truck and end up in the small village of Ferntiuktuk where they befriend Shasta, a Siberian Husky, and his boy owner, Adam. Shasta dreams of becoming a sled dog, the buddies decide to help Shasta and Adam take part in a big sled race.

Making / Production

Produced by Keystone Entertainment and released by Walt Disney Home Entertainment, the film's shooting was done in various snowy landscapes to give the movie a realistic Alaskan feel. Unfortunately, the production faced lamentable instances where a few puppies became sick during filming due to an outbreak of the Parvovirus.

Actors

• Jimmy Bennett as Adam Bilson: Jimmy Bennett plays young Adam, who dreams of entering the sled race. His role is well-executed, and he empathically portrays Adam's love towards Shasta and his desire to fulfill his dream.
• Kris Kristofferson as Shasta: Shasta, voiced by Kris Kristofferson, is a young Siberian Husky with the dream of becoming a lead sled dog. Kristofferson effectively brings Shasta's resolve and innocence to life.
• John Kapelos as Jean George III: Portraying the dog-sledding race's unscrupulous defending champion, John Kapelos successfully adds an element of light villainy.
• Mike Dopud as Sheriff Ryan: Dopud plays Sheriff Ryan, a steady and supportive character who keeps the village in check.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The puppies for the film were supplied by a kennel in Washington State.
• This movie marks the first time a movie in the 'Air Buddies' series was released directly to DVD.
• Despite the controversies surrounding the film's production, it was well-received by audiences and critics who enjoyed its family-friendly storyline and cute animal characters.

Awards

As per records, "Snow Buddies" did not receive any known awards.

Quotes

• "There is no mountain too high, no valley too low. There's always a way . . . that's what we've got to know." - Budderball
• "Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is ask for help." - Buddha

Music, Soundtrack

• "We Are Family" by Sister Sledge
• "Lean On Me" sung by the Snow Buddies themselves.
• "North To Alaska" by Dwight Yoakam is also featured in the soundtrack.