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How do the mushers take care of the feet of their dogs?
they massage them and put booties on their feet
How do mushers take care of there dogs feet during the iditarod?
The dogs have thick callous pads and fur on their feet. They don't need booties or such like city dwellers do for their dogs. I suspect that the whole jacket and bootie thing is more about how the city owners feel than how their dogs feel.
In the book Woodsong how do the mushers care for the feet of the dogs?
In the book Gary Paulsen uses the dog booties that it explains earlier in the book. If you research the Iditarod (especially the dogs) you will find more about this..... Trust me, I know! I'm reading it in school and working on a project!
Can mushers add dogs?
No..........
Why are dog booties a requirement in iditarod race?
booties are boots for a sled dogs
What route will the mushers and dogs follow for the iditarod race?
what route will mushers take
Why do dog mushers have to be strong leaders?
because they are in control of the dogs and the mushers are the boss and if the boss is down so will the workers (the dogs).
What is the fewest number of dogs can mushers have during a race?
12 dogs
How many dogs do mushers start with in the Iditarod?
16
What are the pros and cons of the Iditarod?
A pro to the Iditarod is that the food for the dogs contain fat in them. The dogs usually eat fatty fish, beef, and lamb. A con is that the sled dogs are forced to race when they can suffer from heart failure, pneumonia, and sled accidents. A second pro is that the dogs MUST where booties to prevent frostbite and cut paws. Another con is that dogs' mushers can injure or even kill the huskies if they don't do what the musher wants them to do.
Where could booties for small dogs be purchased?
Booties for dogs can be purchased at your local dog store. They can also be bought at more generic pet stores, and even the larger supermarkets, such as Walmart.
What are 4 rules that mushers must follow for their dogs?
Mushers must ensure that their dogs are well cared for, including providing adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. Dogs must be properly trained and conditioned for the demands of sledding. Mushers must follow race rules and regulations regarding treatment of dogs, including rest periods and veterinary check-ups. Mushers must prioritize the well-being and safety of their dogs at all times.
