Dog Sled Races

This little guy was not chosen for today's race.

It's been cold, it was only 5 degrees this morning so after I fixed my husband's lunch, I crawled back into bed where it was warm.

Later he called me from work and told me there were dog races at the Tozier track so I ventured out and took a few pictures. It had warmed up to 10 degrees by then. Still not warm enough for me, but I suffered for your sake....there, now don't you feel guilty looking at these pics from the warmth of your home?waiting for something....the next race perhaps?

The musher filling up the water bowls

Just got back from a run

Controlled chaos; several teams of dogs that have just finished a race

The races today were sprint races, it requires long-legged dogs. I know it appears that some have short coats not suitable for these temperatures, but looks can be deceiving. Huskies have two coats of hair, a dense downy undercoat and then another layer on top that usually has longer hair. I must admit I was feeling a little sorry for that pointer-looking one wearing the blue coat. Let's hope he's an indoor dog when he's done racing.