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ISBN: 0-9630854-0-9. Copyright 1991. Ok Publishing. Third printing 1998. 188 pages. 70+ B&W photos and illustrations. (From the back cover): Skijoring is the exciting sport of being pulled on skis by one or more dogs in harness. With 188 pages and more than 70 photos and illustrations, Skijor With Your Dog is the first full-length volume written for those interested in this simple, enjoyable Scandinavian sport. In this book, you'll find: - how to teach your dog - what equipment you need - how to include children - racing tips and how to train for competition - how to camp and travel with dogs Designed for easy reading, this practical guide to skijoring is a must for anyone interested in dogs, skiing and winter fun. "Skijor With Your Dog gives you all the information you need to get started in this exciting sport. Mari Hoe-Raitto and Carol Kaynor have emphasized dogs as teachers as well as students. This is an invaluable basis for learning to enjoy your dog and skijoring." Susan Butcher - Four time Iditarod Champion "Carol and Mari have done an excellent job of covering all aspects of skijoring and dog care. Their emphasis on the proper socialization, training, and care of their 'working friends' is especially noteworthy." Richards E. Burrows, DVM "Beginning or intermediate skijorers will definitely benefit from the wealth of information this book holds. I encourage advanced skijorers to read and enjoy, as they may learn new tidbits of information that may better them as skijorers." Chris McCaleb, President Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association "A comprehensive guide to skijoring techniques, accessories and training, much of it is appropriate for dog mushing, too." Linda Leonard Champion Sprint Musher Table of Contents Foreword Preface Dog-driving with skis - Where did Skijoring Come From - So What's the Big Deal - Skijoring and Dog Mushing: What's the Difference Teaching yourself to skijor - Basic Skills - Skiing Techniques - Skijoring Goals Equipment - Outfitting the Skiier - Outfitting the Dog - Finding Skijoring Equipment - Making Your Own Equipment - Plan Ahead for Conditions Teaching your dog to skijor - Skijoring 101: Teaching Your Pet to Pull - Skijoring 102: Training Them From Pup Up - Skijoring Command Basics - More Skijoring Techniques - Potential Problems and Possible Solutions - More Training Philosophy Trails and trail etiquette - Public Image - Compatible Use - Where to Find Trails - Making Your Own Trails Dog care and feeding - Shelter - Dog Yard Maintenance - Feeding and Watering - Small-Kennel Management - Physical Care Choosing a skijoring dog - A Few Words About Dog Breeds - Before You Add a Working Dog to Your Life - Choosing a Dog Breed for Skijoring - A Buyer's Guide to Puppies - A Buyer's Guide to Adult Dogs - Breeding - Puppy-Raising Nordic-style dog mushing - A Brief History - Equipment for Nordic-Style Mushing - Making Your Own Pulk - Teaching Your Dog to Pull a Pulk Touring and winter camping - Plan Ahead - Equipment for People - People Food - Equipment for the Dog - Food for the Dog - First Aid - Snow Caves - Touring Checklists Skijoring with children and the disabled - Pulks for Children - Teaching Children How to Skijor - Skijoring With the Disabled Competition - A Little Background on Races - What to Expect in Skijoring and Nordic-Style Races - A Day at the Races - Tips for Competition - Training the Competitive Skijoring Dog - Race-Day Logistics - Mari's Suggested Training Calendar Where can we go from here? - The Competitive Connection - Where is the Sport Going - Future Skijoring Races - The Olympics - But It's Really the Dogs Resources Glossary Bibliography Index
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