People get upset about sled dogs being on tethers without understanding WHY they're kept that way. Here are a few common sense solutions.Benefits of a tether system:- rarely escaping, preventing themselves from hurting themselves, ppl, other dogs, or breeding- close monitoring of individual health needs- controlled recovery from exercise- no competition for resources- no disturbance [...]
With the big swings in temperature here in the Northland it can be extremely stressful on dogs as they do not have gradual acclimatization opportunities. Going from 35-86F can be deadly. Our sled dogs are bred specifically to thrive in the coldest temps on earth within reason. They may not look like it but they [...]
The sport of sled dog racing has evolved over the years just as any sport has, NASCAR, Track and Field, Swimming, Soccer, etc. Sled dog racing tracks are still breaking records every year along with the Iditarod trail and middle distance races. Dogs are getting faster, stronger, and more efficient. Mushers rarely, unless competing [...]
Harness breaking puppies is always entertaining! It's a lot of fun watching them learn how to run in harness and figure out how to manage the gangline. By using a tether at the kennel it automatically trains them how to get untangled in a hurry. Young dogs can start at 6-7 months old, slow, [...]
If there's anything besides running and feed time that sled dogs love, is new straw day! Good, clean, hollow straw that doesn't break down easily is an excellent natural insulator for sled dog houses. Most dogs will move the straw around and make their beds accordingly. From October through April we supplement their houses [...]
