First runs on snow!

[Glacier]

I ran three little teams today--on the sled. No more ATV. I took tiny teams--four dogs. There isn't quite enough snow to set the hook yet. Four dogs is easier to keep under control, less chance of walking home! I forgot the camera at home for the first team! Oops, but I got pics of the last two runs.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v38/Glacier1998/Sled%20dogs/nov14team2.jpg
Raven, Mac, Deuce and Antare. This was the first time Raven has run up front without one of the more experienced girls beside her. We had a few minor problems with her turn directions, but she did a flawless ON-BY past a loose dog. That's a whole lot harder to teach than gee and haw! Go, Raven!!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v38/Glacier1998/Sled%20dogs/team3lake.jpg
Team 3 was horribly mismatched in terms of size, but they were also the fastest of the day! Pingo, Franklin, Chase & Hobo. Hobo normally runs alone as he's a lunatic. He did pretty well beside Chase though. Chase is dead calm at hook up. He never barks or howls. When Hobo tried to bite him(he has to do something with his energy), Chase just turned his head and ignored him. I love that dog!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v38/Glacier1998/Sled%20dogs/franklin_pingo.jpg
Franklin ran up front with Pingo. He did great! I'm not sure how it would have gone if we had run into anyone, but the trails were deserted. Franklin tends to get jumped by loose dogs. It's happened so often that he sometimes starts it now. I might try him beside Paxil next time. She's a stronger command leader than Pingo.

I'm so glad to have the ATV parked!

[*sled_dog*]

Yay! Looks like sooooo much fun... I can't wait until we will get some snow! I(and the team) want to get the sled out! lol :D

[Kristenthemusher]

So lucky! We're expecting some more snow on Wednesday, so hopefully this will be the one that stays all season (we're way overdue for snow)! I've already gotten to run the guys this season, but I almost killed my runner plastic on the dirt and rocks under the small layer of snow, lol.

[poofy]

What an awsome winterland for the you n the dogs, wonderful pictures.. :D

[Karen]

Wheeee! Thanks for sharing the pictures! All the "city huskies" in the lower 48 are gonna be sooooo jealous when they see this!

[sammy101]

looks like they had funn!
I'm so jealous of your snow :p

[Daisy and Delilah]

Great pics Glacier! It looks a blast was had by all. Thanks for showing us the snow. We love it! :D

[cloverfdx]

Woohoo i have been patiently waiting for these photos, thank goodness for snow :D. Just gorgeous Glacier i look forward to many more sledding/ happy dog photos as the weeks go by.

[Corinna]

You all make me so jealous, I have snow but I don't think my 2 would be trust worthy enough. 2 goofy newfys.

[tz1]

that is the coolest ever! looks like so much fun. I wish I could do that :D

[finn's mom]

Yay, sled pictures! That looks like so much dang fun!!!

[Uabassoon]

Great pictures! It looks like you all had a lot of fun.

[dukedogsmom]

You get to have so much fun! I know it's a lot of work but it must be worth it. You live in a beautiful area. That snow is so pretty. I wish Florida got snow like that! In that last pic, the dog on the left, is that Pingo? I've got a soft spot in my heart for that old boy.

[Ginger's Mom]

Oh what fun! I am sure the dogs loved it. :)

[RobiLee]

Glad you got to park that ATV. I bet you and the dogs had so much fun.

[FizzGiggs_Mommy]

Fabulous pictures ! But I don't know if I am ready for snow yet ;)

[gemini9961]

So cool Glacier, so cool. I love seeing your dogs in action. :)

[Glacier]

In that last pic, the dog on the left, is that Pingo? I've got a soft spot in my heart for that old boy.

Pingo is on the right, in the purple harness. Franklin is wearing the yellow harness. Franklin is prematurely grey so he looks older than he is. He's almost 6. Pingo is pushing 9.

[cyber-sibes]

Looks like they really enjoyed it! We don't have snow yet, but that's ok with me! ;)

[lv4dogs]

Sure looks like they had fun. I love seeing your dogs, anytime... but in action oh boy, it's just beautiful!

[Queen of Poop]

Oh what fun it is to ride in a 4 dog open sleigh!! Ya hoo, the doggies are running in the snow again!!! Have a wonderful time with it.

[Lobodeb]

That must be so fun! One of these days, I'm gonna show up at your doorstep and demand a ride! j/k ;)

How did Sundin do when you left him behind?

[pitc9]

As always.... wonderful pictures!!!
Happy Happy Huskies!! :D

[Glacier]

How did Sundin do when you left him behind?

He wanted to come, but wasn't quite ready to let me harness him up yet. He was hanging out by the gate and watching everything though. It's the first time I've seen him anywhere near the gate. He's been hanging out at the far end of the pen most of the time. It's slow, but we're making progress!

[new mom to a veiled]

Wonderful pic's.......You all look like you had a blast.

[Logan]

What wonderful pictures!!!! Thanks for sharing your outing with us all. :)

[Majestic]

When am I gonna get some snow? - the odd is - 1 in 1000 - Texas is hot!

Great pictures - the dogs must've loved the weather. :D

[buttercup132]

aww did sudin run today or was he still too scared

[xParisx]

wow! that looks so much fun! the dogs looked like they enjoyed it :D x

[lvpets2002]

:eek: OMG it looks so cold (remember I am from Tx) & but very interesting run.. The trees & all are so pretty.. The babies all look so adorable & happy for the sled run.. Great pics..