it all depends on the dogs they could go realy slow or realy fast.
The jr Iditarod is about 154 miles long.
Dogs were used in the Iditarod because of their natural ability to travel long distances in harsh winter conditions, their strong sense of smell to navigate through snowstorms, and their loyalty to their human mushers. Their endurance, strength, and teamwork made them well-suited for the grueling race.
no of corse by alot
A network of roads for the purpose of traveling long distances at an above average speed.
About 35 miles an hour, at top speed, but not good on long distances. Very dangerous on a 'rush'.
Whats interesting about the Iditarod is that its a 1,500 mile long race across Alaska that lasts a long time.
Alaskan huskies and malamutes are chosen to run the Iditarod each year. These types of dogs are chosen because they are easy tot rain, have thick coats that protect them from the bone-chilling temperatures, and have a temperament that leads them to want to succeed, making them fierce competitors.
It's round about a half hr or it'll over heat.
1,500 miles long
If a musher is looking for speed they'll use mostly mutts who have many different breeds in their lineage and who have acclimated to the cold weather and running super long distances. If they just want to get to the finish line they'll use Huskies and Malamutes. The latter 2 are used more for power than speed, but the mixed breed dogs are bred for speed, power, and ease of training. Most mushers will have a few Huskies and Malamutes on their team to provide an extra "push", but past that an experience Iditarod racer will usually opt for mixed breeds.
Any dog as long as they are heathy fast and strong. Iditorod racers usually choose dogs that are used to the cold climate and harsh weather like huskys. It's up to them really. Two dogs that are called swing dogs.
they are basically wolves so of course they had to be able to run fast to catch their prey, but some were bred FOR speed so they developed differen't noses and longer legs as well as other traits that greatly increase the speed.