Anvik & Fall Training....pics

**cyber-sibes** · 09-17-2006, 02:26 PM

I want a hug from him, too! He really is a beautiful boy, his face is so expressive. He looks good next to long-legged Chase! Being in the back, do they tend to "run over" the shorter dogs?

**K9soul** · 09-17-2006, 04:00 PM

Oh just beautiful, I can almost smell the crisp fall air. Our trees are starting to turn here now, and dropping leaves. I can't believe summer is over! Anvik is such a handsome, handsome boy!

**Ginger's Mom** · 09-17-2006, 04:06 PM

Anvik is soo cute. Well, he didn't waste any time fitting right in, did he?

Oooh, good question, Pat.

**Glacier** · 09-17-2006, 04:41 PM

Originally Posted by cyber-sibes

Being in the back, do they tend to "run over" the shorter dogs?

The gangline is set up so they can't overrun the dogs in front of them. No matter how hard they pull or how long their stride is, they can't catch the dogs in front. The only time that happens is if I really screw up! It's the musher's job to keep the main line tight and prevent the sled from hitting the dogs and the dogs from getting tangled.

The wheel dogs tend to be very powerful dogs. The leaders make the initial turns, but the wheel dogs make turning the sled much easier(if they do their job properly!) Wheel can be a scary place for some dogs--too close to the sled. It's the only place Chase will run. He's a Momma's boy. Farther up he gets worried and tries to turn so he can see me. Anvik has so far run every where but lead with no problems. I might try him beside Paxil soon.

**Bengalz** · 09-17-2006, 04:59 PM

They are all so irresistible

Anvik has stolen my heart - I'm a sucker for cuddles and hugs and that boy sure knows how to dish

I think he is a happy camper and loves to be with you and your gang

Great shots!

Betty

**Chilli** · 09-17-2006, 05:20 PM

All of the dogs are absolutely gorgeous, I can never get enough of them. Their smiles are contagious. =)

**Ginger's Mom** · 09-17-2006, 05:48 PM

Thanks for explaining that Glacier. I thought since you don't really run your team for speed anyway it probably didn't matter. I love learning new things.

(Of course, if I am at work when I learn something new, I tell everyone it means I can go home now.

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