Sled dog racers have rushed to secure a place on next year’s International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race (IPSSSDR). According to race director Frank Easley, there has been a “phenomenal” amount of interest in the event, which runs in Wyoming from January 28th to February 5th 2011. This is notable as demand for the [...]
Canicross club to join in Men’s Fitness Magazine race
July 28th, 2010Canicross competitors are planning to take part in an event being sponsored by Men’s Fitness Magazine later this year. The Human Race is due to take place on September 18th 2010 at Pippingford Park estate in East Sussex and follows on from the publication’s Rough Track Triathlon. Although the name of the magazine may suggest [...]
Husky owners invited to SHCGB eye clinic
July 26th, 2010The Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain (SHCGB) has invited its members to attend an upcoming health event. A British Veterinary Association Eye Clinic and research day is being held for owners of working dogs on September 25th 2010. Interested parties should contact the SHCGB’s Cathy Croman to book a place at the session, which [...]
Jenson Button reveals sled dog adventure
July 26th, 2010Formula 1 ace Jenson Button has revealed that he swapped the thrills and spills of the racetrack for a sled dog adventure earlier this year. The British world champion discussed the trip, which took place in Sweden in January, during an interview with the London Evening Standard. He explained that he went on the jaunt [...]
What’s the best way to clean a dog harness?
July 23rd, 2010Those planning to take part in the upcoming Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain (SHCGB) season have been advised of how to prepare equipment such as dog harnesses for races. According to the mushing organisation, dog harnesses can be machine-washed or given a once-over by hand in warm water. A mild detergent should be used [...]