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Pawtrekker’s “Freetrail” Scooter Review

The sport of mushing is growing rapidly. In every area of the world people are discovering the benefits of running dogs – and enjoying the wonders of mushing. One area in particular, which is finding its roots in warmer areas – is dryland mushing via scooters. Mushing...

How to Train a Sled Dog

Having a sled dog can be a great help if you are living in a snowy environment. Though, you may have one, what is running to your head is how a simple dog could be train to carry a sled, and it’s passenger. This article will help you understand how. When traveling in...

Dog Sledding Q&A

Dog Sledding Q&A

Dog sledding, often referred to as mushing, is a fascinating and rigorous sport with a rich history. Mushing encompasses various dog-powered sports and transportation methods, including carting, pulka, scootering, dog sled racing, weight pulling, skijoring,...

Getting Dogs for Dog Sledding

Getting Dogs for Dog Sledding

By Cindy Filmore If you are just starting out in the world of dogsledding, chances are you don’t have a “full” team yet – or at least not as big a team as you dream of owning. But, just because you’ve only got one or two dogs, that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on...

Sled Dog Names

Sled Dog Names

Have a new litter & can’t think of sled dog names? Adopted a new leader – but can’t decide which name would fit him best? Take a look through this listing for Sled Dog Name ideas & inspiration. If you don’t see your own sled dog’s names on the...

Introduction to Dog Sledding

Introduction to Dog Sledding

Dog sledding. What come to your mind when you hear this word? Maybe dogs, the Iditarod, or maybe even cold. In this article I will explain the history of the sled dog, the dogs of dog sledding, and the equipment used when mushing a team. First of all, we have the...

All About Snow Hooks for Dog Sledding

All About Snow Hooks for Dog Sledding

By Barry Siragusa There are few things in a musher’s armory of gear that are more useful than Snow Hooks. I think most everyone has told or heard of an epic adventure that began with, Well, the snow hook came out and the dogs tore off without me. Therefore, I have...

Antioxidants In Dogs’ Diets

By Katerina Paleckova The modern approach to feeding dogs favors mostly commercial made dry foods. These contain balanced levels of some vitamins and minerals, and their levels vary from brand to brand and from formula to formula. Unfortunately, the levels of these...

How To Protect Your Dogs From Flies

By Ashley Brock They’re like an army, quick and agile, feeding off their enemies, slowly bringing them down. Like an annoying pinch, that no matter how many times you smack them away, they come back for more. To me, there’s nothing more annoying than bugs buzzing...

The Dog Yard

The Dog Yard

By Cindy Filmore The beginner dogsledder has many options to consider when getting themselves set up in their new hobby. They can opt to have a certain number of dogs, they can choose from many types of sleds and harness, the types of trails they’ll run, the breed of...

How To Pick A Dog Sled

How To Pick A Dog Sled

By Cindy Filmore Now that the snow season is nearly here, we thought you might appreciate a little insight into the whys and hows of choosing the right sled for you! There are lots of things to consider before you head out to purchase your first sled. Apart from the...

Beginners Mushing

Beginners Mushing

By Cindy Filmore Hello! In case we haven’t met, I’ll let you in on a few points about me: My name is Cindy Filmore, and along with my family, we own and operate a dog sled tour kennel called Beavercreek Farm and Kennels, in Kearney, Ontario, Canada. We began our...

Sled Dog Tips for Mushers

Quality Dog Food Lessens Stool Size Feeding quality dog food (with higher fat and protein concentrations), is essential for all working dogs. One added advantage to feeding a higher quality diet is that you’ll notice your dog’s stool sizes and frequency will...

The Encyclopedia of Mushing & Dog Sledding

The Encyclopedia of Mushing & Dog Sledding

Dog sledding is a fascinating and demanding sport, deeply rooted in history and tradition. Understanding the terminology and key figures involved is crucial for anyone interested in this unique activity. This guide breaks down important terms and notable individuals...

Dog Sledding Interview with Martin Buser

Dog Sledding Interview with Martin Buser

Name: Martin BuserKennel: Happy Trails KennelBirthplace: Winterthur, SwitzerlandCurrent Residence: Big Lake, Alaska, United StatesOccupation: Dog Musher and Tour Operator Introduction To Our Musher See Bio on my website at BuserDog.com The...

Dog Sledding Interview with Dana Day & Mike Langois

Dog Sledding Interview with Dana Day & Mike Langois

Name: Dana Day & Mike LangoisKennel: SnowPack Siberian HuskiesBirthplace: Dana: Calgary, Alberta (Canada) / Mike: Sudbury, Ontario (Canada)Current Residence: Logan Lake, British Columbia, CanadaOccupation: Park Facility Operators for BC...

Dog Sledding Interview with Von Martin

Dog Sledding Interview with Von Martin

Name: Von MartinKennel: Wolfie’s Call of the Wild HuskiesBirthplace: Oceanside, CA, USACurrent Residence: Lewis County, WA, USAOccupation: Writer, Reporter, Dog MusherWebsite: Wolfie’s Call of the Wild Huskies Introduction To Our Musher I...

Dog Sledding Interview with GB Jones

Dog Sledding Interview with GB Jones

Name: GB JonesKennel: Iditarod Trail KennelBirthplace: Payson, Utah, USACurrent Residence: Knik, Alaska, USAOccupation: Iditarod Racer and Dog Tour Operator Introduction To Our Musher I own and operate The Iditarod Trail Kennel in Knik,...

Dog Sledding Interview with Luis Salgueiro

Dog Sledding Interview with Luis Salgueiro

Name: Luis SalgueiroKennel: “Sons of the Wind”: A Portuguese Sprint Micro-KennelBirthplace: Lisboa – PORTUGALCurrent Residence: Sobral de Monte Agra – PORTUGALOccupation: High School Teacher Introduction To Our Musher In the beginning I only...

Dog Sledding Interview with Ed & Tasha Stielstra

Dog Sledding Interview with Ed & Tasha Stielstra

Name: Ed and Tasha StielstraKennel: Nature’s KennelBirthplace: Ed-Kalamazoo, MI :: Tasha-Grand Rapids, MICurrent Residence: McMillan, MI (Eastern Upper Peninsula)Occupation: Mushers, Sled Dog Tour Operators Introduction To Our Mushers Ed and I...

Mushing Interview with Ken Anderson

Mushing Interview with Ken Anderson

Name: Ken AndersonKennel: Windy Creek KennelBirthplace: Grand Rapids, Minnesota, USACurrent Residence: Fairbanks, Alaska, USAOccupation: Dog MusherEmail: NAWebsite: Windy Creek Kennel Introduction To Our Musher I was exposed to...