Hunting season in full swing and plenty of snow for sleds made for a great day of getting “doggy” during the final installment of the Orange Free Training Session. It was all about escaping the gun-totin’ pursuers of the almighty venison.
“What am I doing here?” You have to wonder what young Bella was thinking as her owner, Ramona, had her pull the kick sled around the drive.
Ramona familiarizes Bella with all the gear of a true sled dog.
Ramona, 3-Dog Ken, Amy, Joy and Francie joined us last Saturday for a day of sleds and snow.
Francie and her solo dog, India, start down the drive past the trio of awaiting horses. Joy’s trilogy of Bernese Mountain Dogs are anxious to join in the chase.
Off they go! Horses too.
Having been passed, India lunges forward to catch the trio. (Canines, not equines…we can only hope.)
Coming by the cabin door, where the house dogs are fed, proves to be too flushed with smells and distractable scents to go on by without checking further.
Catching a breather. Berner style.
HunyB presents her paw on demand. How perfect is that for applying a bootie?
Amy comes in from her first run on a dog sled. Six dogs. Her first run ~ ever! And feeling pretty sassy about her accomplishments! (Moments before this picture was shot, Amy put both hands up in the air in a sign of victory. A big no-no to let go of the dog sled, but she managed to maintain control.)
It is said addictions come in a pair, with a spare. Watch out Amy, this sport is truly addicting…
Too late. I’ve seen that look before.
I believe the last time I saw a grin like that was watching Tim Riley take his first ride exactly two years ago at our place. Amy, start saving your pennies for a team of huskies! And Iditarod!
Amy surveying the team and proud of her first run.
Joy helping out with harness removal.
Keeping the sled dogs happy, healthy and honed with honest work. It’s a great life. For all involved.
“When the solution is simple, God is answering.” Albert Einstein
See you tomorrow ~
Woodswoman
