Pulling Dog Sport with EMMY & PEPE

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Canicross, bikejoring or dogscootering?
Definition
But where does this sport come from?
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Canicross, bikejoring or dogscootering?

As many of you know, at Emmy&Pepe we do dog pulling. But we're not the only dog sports enthusiasts: more and more dog owners are enjoying trying out new things with their dogs, pushing their limits and achieving a goal together. Today, we will introduce you to some basic knowledge and historical background. Perhaps you too will be intrigued by this versatile sport.

Definition

Finding a simplified definition for the sport of pulling dogs is both simple and logical: one or more dogs pull you along a route with or without a wheeled vehicle. But it's not quite that simple. There are basics and subtleties, differences between the various sports and breeds. The basic equipment includes a suitable pulling harness and a lead with a shock absorber; the rest of the equipment depends on the sport in question. The point behind it? Nowadays, it's mostly about having fun with the sport, training together with your beloved four-legged friend and, of course, the ambition to compete with other dog sports enthusiasts. It also serves to exercise the dog and promote bonding.

But where does this sport come from?

The sport of pulling dogs as such originates mainly from the northern regions of our world and developed from the "original form" of the sport, sled dog sport. This was used to transport people and/or goods quickly from A to B under difficult conditions and is still practiced today. These sled dogs are descended from the Arctic wolf and are perfectly suited to working with humans due to their robustness, willingness to perform, frugality and friendly nature.

In the history of sled dogs, there have been several events that clearly demonstrate how powerful and necessary these dogs and their mushers were. One of the most famous stories is the serum transport from Nenana to Nome, where a team of sled dogs was used to save the sick inhabitants of Nome. However, robust dogs were also used on expeditions to the North and South Poles and in warfare to pull heavy loads under adverse conditions.

Pulling Dog Sport with EMMY & PEPE

Canicross, bikejoring or dogscootering?

Definition

But where does this sport come from?

Fancy more???