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 […]

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