Members of Affiliated British Sleddog Activities (ABSA) are set to enjoy two days of dog scooter races and canicross events. The annual Fun Weekend kicks off tomorrow (May 1st 2010) at Thruxton in Hampshire, where there will also be scurry competitions, a specialty dog show and push bike contests. Proceedings begin at 13:00 BST, but [...]
Dog scooter racing and canicross events taking place at ABSA meeting
April 30th, 2010AMWA members taking sled dogs to backpacking event
April 30th, 2010The Alaskan Malamute Working Association (AMWA) are taking their sled dogs to a walking event this bank holiday weekend (April 30th-May 3rd 2010). The Forest of Dean Backpack event kicks off today at Rushmere Farm campsite in Coleford, Gloucestershire. Officials have reserved a private rally field which is away from most other campers. Sled dog [...]
Sled dog enthusiasts rewarded at AMCUK awards
April 29th, 2010The Alaskan Malamute Club of the United Kingdom (AMCUK) has highlighted the country’s best sled dogs and bitches. Working Malamute of the Year for the 2009-10 season went to Arcticbreeze Blizzard of Oz in the dog category and Arcticbreeze Evening Mist in the bitch stakes. Shepherdsway Black Beauty for Ataneq, owned by Snowpaw Store’s Vikki [...]
Show off your sled dog at AMCUK’s Open Show
April 29th, 2010Sled dog owners will be given the chance to show off their grooming skills at an upcoming event. The Alaskan Malamute Club of the United Kingdom (AMCUK) is holding its annual Open Show on May 15th 2010. Taking place at Tomlinsons in Markfield, Leicestershire, the event will be judged by John Phillips from Stormwinds. Participants [...]
Husky owners ‘need to secure dogs in cars’
April 28th, 2010When taking a Siberian husky on a drive, it is important to ensure the animal is appropriately restrained. According to Windsor Star contributor Yvonne Sciacca, dogs can prove a distraction for motorists, putting their safety, and that of the animal, at risk. Clever canines can hit the control button of a window and stick their [...]