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What are the People who control a dog sled?
The people who control a dog sled are called mushers. They stand on the runners at the back of the sled and give commands to the team of dogs to steer and control their speed. Mushers must have good communication with their dogs and be skilled in navigating the terrain.
What is the name of the driver of a dog sled?
"Mushers"
Who were mushers?
The term is often used for people who guide a dog sled.
Were do the mushers and the sled dogs sleep?
The mushers have baskets that carry the gear on the Iditarod Trail. These baskets are used to let the dogs rest while on break.
What happens to mushers that kill their dogs in sled dog races?
They freeze to death once they're stranded by not having any dogs to pull their sled any more.
How do mushers train there dogs?
They run all year and slowly increase their distance and speed each time they run. ( they are still using a sled to pull the musher)
How many people are in the Iditarod?
there are usually around 60 people in the iditarod each year
What drugs are mushers not allowed to use on sled dogs?
In sled dog races, drugs are not allowed that would improve the strength or endurance of a dog. Other drugs, such as some antibiotics, may be restricted as well.
What is a snowhook?
A snowhook is a tool used by mushers in dog sled racing to anchor their sled when the team stops. It is typically a metal hook that is buried in the snow to hold the sled in place, allowing the dogs to rest without the sled moving.
Why are mushers called mushers?
"Mushing" refers to driving over snow with a dog sled. One or more dogs pull the sled, with the "musher," the person standing on the sled, on board. The word "mush" comes from the French "marchons" or "marche" meaning, "let's go" or "go."* http://people.howstuffworks.com/musher.htm
What is the life of a sled dog like?
A sled dog's life typically involves rigorous training, daily exercise, and working in a team to pull a sled. They are well-cared for by their mushers, with proper nutrition, healthcare, and grooming. Sled dogs thrive in colder climates and are happiest when they have a job to do.
Is the force of friction greater between two children on a sled and the snow or between only one of the children on the same sled and the snow?
The force of friction is proportional to the force which surfaces press against each other. Since two people will cause the sled to push harder on the snow then one person, the friction will be greater for two people on the sled.
