Training A Sled Dog

Article Title: Training A Sled Dog
Author: Gray Rollins

Information about sled dogs and how they are trained.

Sled dogs are a group of dogs that are used to pull a vehicle
that has no wheels but is set on runners over terrains of ice
and snow. Sled dogs are attached to these vehicles by harnesses
and lines. It is said that the origins of sled dogs can be
traced back to Siberia as the people that live there have a long
history of nomadic travel due to rather harsh winters.

There are certain breeds of dogs that are synonymous with being
sled dogs. These dogs being Huskies and Malamutes although just
about any medium sized dog would be suitable to be a sled dog.

Dogs that are selected to be sled dogs need to exhibit three
main qualities. First of all they need to be in peak physical
condition and be able to pull a sled, they need to have the
endurance to be able to pull a sled over sometimes great
distances and they need to have the speed in order to do the
task of pulling the sled quickly. There are many teams of sled
dogs that have been able to travel over one hundred miles in a
twenty four hour period of time.

Teams of sled dogs can range from three dogs to a team of two
dozen dogs. Sled dog teams not only pull several different types
of sleds for racing and other transporting purposes they have
also been known to pull skiers when there is little to no snow.

Pups that are being trained to be sled dogs are weaned from
their mother as soon as possible in order to shift their
attentions to their musher. They are at about six weeks old
shifted from their mother into their own pen in order to
accomplish this.

When pups that are being trained to be sled dogs are around
five months old they are already running around with the lope
that is characteristic of a sled dog and is also the time when
they are first introduced to a harness.

There are many methods in which pups learn to be sled dogs. A
very common method is to harness up to a dozen pups behind a
pair of experienced older sled dogs and control the speed that
they go with the use of an atv. The speed that the older dogs
are allowed to go is gradually increased as the pups' endurance
and strength continues to increase.

People are amazed that sled dogs are so excited to be able to
pull a sled over long periods of time and generally over very
rough terrain. Mushers can attribute this to the very early
interactions that they have with the pups that builds such a
strong relationship between themselves and the dogs so very
early in their lives.

About The Author: Gray Rollins is a featured writer for
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3 Tips To Buying Pet Meds Online

Article Title: 3 Tips To Buying Pet Meds Online
Author: Xavier Gallery

Pet health care has experienced tremendous growth in the past 5
years. New advancements in disease treatment and prevention
have improved the quality of life for our pets, but the average
cost of care per animal has risen substantially. This has lead
to pet owners seeking any opportunity to save money on medical
costs. One of the more popular ways to save is to buy discount
pet meds online. But before you jump into the online
marketplace, here are some important things to watch for.

Total Cost
Unlike books or computers that have a relatively
straightforward pricing structure, pet meds are packaged in a
number of different ways. Frontline Plus for example (a popular
flea control product), is packaged according to dog size as well
as the number of treatments. This is important to note since it
is easy for advertisers to draw you in with an attractive price.
However, this may not be the best value for your situation if
you own a large dog, or perhaps even multiple dogs. The point
is to compare prices across a consistent grade in order to find
the best discounts.

Shipping
As with any online purchase, shipping can make or break the
deal. Pet meds are no exception to this rule, and they can in
fact be more susceptible to bait-and-switch techniques. For
example, a number of pet medicines require refrigerated delivery
which adds to the cost of delivery. Since the consumer
typically absorbs this cost through additional fees, the listed
price of refrigerated meds rarely represents the total cost to
you. Thus, it is important to read the shipping terms and
options between merchants before making a final decision.

Support
Customer service is an important part of any sales transaction,
but it becomes invaluable when you buying something you cannot
inspect until it arrives at your door. Some of the so-called
discount pet med suppliers on the internet are merely
third-party distributors or warehouses. They are not
specialized in the pet care industry, and most of their customer
service reps have very little exposure to the products they
sell. This not only creates a gap in communication, but it can
also lead to a higher percentage of wrong orders. Make sure
your online pet med supplier deals solely with pet related
products. Ideally they would also feature a staff of
veterinarians available to answer any questions you have about
their products.

Utilizing the online marketplace is a great way to find cheap
pet meds, as long as you know exactly what you are looking for.
Consumers can expect to save about 20 percent off of retail
prices because the internet retailer has fewer costs than the
average retail store. The key to being successful in this
market is to do your research before buying. Compare prices of
identical products, analyze shipping costs, and look for coupon
codes sites like http://1800PetMedsCoupon.com Soon you will be
an expert online shopper who enjoys the convenience and savings
that can only be found online.

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