Wheel Dogs
Wheel dogs are those nearest the sled, and a good wheeler must have a relatively calm temperament so as not to be startled by the sled moving just behind it. Strength, steadiness, and ability to help guide the sled around tight curves are qualities valued in dogs. Think of wheel dogs as the offensive linemen […]
Motivational quote of the day
The first step to knowledge is to know that we are ignorant. –Lord David Cecil
On this day…
March 19, 1931: Gambling is legalized in Nevada.
Swing and Team Dogs
Swing Dogs in a dog sledding team help the leaders set the pace and aid in turning the team. If only the leaders wanted to turn in the direction of the musher’s commands, the team may not turn, so the swing dogs back the leaders up in these cases. The job of the Team Dogs […]
Motivational quote of the day
I had a boss at Citibank who used to say, “I never wanted to be first. I just wanted to be the best.” And I agree with that. –Wanda Rapaczynksi