Hard Workin' Dogs

DRAFT WORK: Carting, Sledding & Skijoring & Weight Pulling
Dogs have been assisting man, in many ways, for centuries. One of the most common examples is in the area of transportation. From carts to heavily laden sleds, dogs have proven invaluable in the transportion of man and his cargo. Broadly, the term, 'draft work' describes the pulling of any vehicle by an animal. Today, 'draft dogs' are still in use, especially, in rural and remote areas. In my area, a carting team delivers the morning paper. Draft work also enjoys popularity as a competitive sport. While the AKC does not yet offered draft events and titles, several breed clubs and event-specific organizations, worldwide, do -- the Canadian Kennel Club being one of them. Many of these clubs hold exhibitions, participate in parades, and other community and charitable events. Photo: Jennifer Demers sent in this photo of the late GSMD CH ISDRA CH IWPA CH Sennenhof's Mark CGC, TDI, ROM, better known to all as "Bull" pulling his weight in Upstate NY. If someone would like more information on training or on finding pulls in their area, they can email her at bodybybull@earthlink.net.

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CARTING
Back To Hard Workin' Dog Index Carting refers to an activity where a dog pulls a wheeled vehicle. Colette & Warrick Wilson's Carting with your Dog website, suggests there is a growing interest in carting as a dog activity, even with small dogs. I'd have to agree, judging by the rapid growth of websites related to Carting. For the 'basics' on Carting, see the Carting FAQ. Thanks to Colette & Warrick Wilson for use of the photo of Noah.
Reviewed in this section:
Carting with your Dog Carting-L eMail List Intros to Carting	Club Carting Pages Photo Galleries & Individual Dogs Event Schedules

SLEDDING & SKIJORING
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Left to Right: Stephen & Team, Grand Lake, Colorado (1996) and Don & Judy Strom's "Quark" Skijoring. Special thanks to Stephen R. Lee for use of the wonderful mushing photos at the DogInfomat. Also, thanks again, to Don & Judy Strom for the great photos they donated for use at the site. Please remember, all photos and other graphic elements at the DI remain the property of their owners and usage is prohibited (and, rude), without prior authorization.

FAQs, Articles, Stories and Publications Online Clubs, Associations and Organizations Online Races & Events Sled Dog/Mushing Sites	Photos & Art Adventures & Tours Books of Interest to Children & Youth
Sled Dog breeds LOVE to run. Sledding and Sled Racing gives them an opportunity to do just that. Driver and team develop a close, dependent relationship and wise mushers are conscientious about the nutrition, veterinary care, psychology, physical conditioning, housing and transportation of their dogs. While there may, of course be exceptions, these competitors know that failure to meet the dog's needs is counter to their goals and this, as well as the driver - dog bond, are the primary reasons mushers must consider the welfare of the dogs to be of paramount importance. Recreational Sledding is also an activity which has gained significantly in popularity over the last decade. Photo at right: Stephen Lee & his team at Granby, CO (1996) just before the finish line. This was Nikki's (the red girl) last race. Dianne L. Marshall, author of the Skijoring: How to get started website, defines Skijoring as " . . . cross country skiing with one to three dogs tied to your waist. You wear a wide belt around your waist or hips and connect to the harness on your dog or dogs with a 3 to 4 meter long line that has a bungee cord built in to absorb the jerking. You ski, skating works best, while the dogs run along in front pulling on the line. If you don't have snow, it is a great way to go running with the safety of your dog accompanying you. You both get great exercise, have fun, and develop a strong bond." While I have not done it myself, in speaking with several folks who have, her definition is right on. Because there didn't seem to be one, consummate sled dog page, I have decided to compile a selection of links by topic. Reviewed in this section: Back To Hard Workin' Dog Index

WEIGHT PULLING
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HERDING, STOCK & FLOCK GUARDIANS
Back To Hard Workin' Dog Index Hollicove's Lady Heart CGC, HIC "Ladybug" is working a flock of sheep in the foothills of northern California. Special thanks to Ladybug's owner, Cathy Toft, for use of the photo of Ladybug.
Reviewed in this section:
Livestock Guardian Dog Assn of LGD-L website Flock & Family Guardian Network The American Herding Breed Association American Working Collie Association	Herding on the Web DogPatch Herding Page Working Stockdog Server Event Calendars

HUNTING, HUNT TESTS & FIELD TRIALS
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Reviewed in this section:
Bird Dog News Jeff�s Pointing Dogs Page National Gundog Association (UK) North American Versatile Hunting Dog Assn Pointing Breed Sports in the Field Sporting Dogs	Sportsman's Web Versatile Dogs Working Retriever Central Inheritance Study Event Calendars

LURE COURSING & RACING
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Reviewed in this section:
Lure Coursing Q & A Page American Sighthound Field Assn Mid-Atlantic Hound Assn St. Louis Area Sighthound Assn	Lure Coursing in Belgium Additional Sites Events Calendars


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