Your husky may have "never pulled anything before" but more than likely, she has tried to pull your arm out of its socket when going for your daily walks. Initially, the challenge would be more of getting your husky to run and pull in the direction you want her to go and also to do it consistently and with focus so that she isn't stopping to smell every bush along the trail.
The Iditarod is one of the most grueling races in the world, covering 1,000 miles of Alaskan backcountry, and the dogs that run it train harder than almost any athlete.
Sled dog training should begin early in the life of a canine athlete. A strong foundation of training and socialization will foster a dog's ability to pull a sled and create a confident adult sled dog.
Training your dog to pull can be a rewarding experience for both you and your dog. Many dogs love to pull and can become great assets on the homestead.
Becoming a Sled Dog - Becoming a sled dog requires that a dog undergo an extensive training process that readies them for a team. Learn about becoming a sled dog.
Mushing is supposed to be fun for the dog. If the dog does not view mushing as fun, he will never do it well and you should not force him. My dogs consider mushing to be the ultimate reward.
Your husky may have "never pulled anything before" but more than likely, she has tried to pull your arm out of its socket when going for your daily walks. Initially, the challenge would be more of getting your husky to run and pull in the direction you want her to go and also to do it consistently and with focus so that she isn't stopping to smell every bush along the trail.
The Iditarod is one of the most grueling races in the world, covering 1,000 miles of Alaskan backcountry, and the dogs that run it train harder than almost any athlete.
Sled dog training should begin early in the life of a canine athlete. A strong foundation of training and socialization will foster a dog's ability to pull a sled and create a confident adult sled dog.
Training your dog to pull can be a rewarding experience for both you and your dog. Many dogs love to pull and can become great assets on the homestead.
Becoming a Sled Dog - Becoming a sled dog requires that a dog undergo an extensive training process that readies them for a team. Learn about becoming a sled dog.
Mushing is supposed to be fun for the dog. If the dog does not view mushing as fun, he will never do it well and you should not force him. My dogs consider mushing to be the ultimate reward.
