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Why are dog booties a requirement in iditarod race?

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booties are boots for a sled dogs

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How many dog booties does a musher carry with him or her on the Iditarod race?

Eight booties per dog.


What are booties for sled dogs?

Booties are required equipment for the Iditarod race in order to protect the dog's feet. A musher must have eight booties per dog.


When was Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race created?

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race was created in 1973.


How do the dogs survive the iditarod race?

The Alaskan sled dog is very tough. It has a thick coat, and is a well built, well muscled dog that can run all day. During the Iditarod they may wear a jacket and booties to keep the paws from being cut. But they were bred for this work.


What equipment is needed for the Iditarod race?

The major things that a musher needs in the Iditarod race is an axe, vet's log, a winter parka (a must), dog food (a must), a dog food cooker (a must), sleeping bag (a must), extra booties (a must), human clothes (a must), human food (a must), matches/lighter (a must), and a multitool/knife.


Where does the Iditarod dog sled race start?

The Iditarod dog sled race starts in Willow, Alaska.


Where does Alaska's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race end?

Alaska's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race ends at Nome.


What state is the Iditarod Dog sled race in?

The Iditarod dogsled race begins and ends in Alaska USA


Who is known as the ''mother of the Iditarod trail sled dog race''?

Dorothy Page is known as the "mother of the Iditarod trail sled dog race."


What is the iditarod race know as?

Alaskan dog sled race


Do people sponsor the racers in the Iditarod race?

peple sponsor the iditarod dog sled race to see if the dog wins they will win the bet and the money they placed on the dog.


What event does the Iditarod Dog race commemorate?

The dog race commemorates the trip Balto took.