Four things you should know before considering owning a Sled Dog

1. They RUN! Consider them a 100 mile a day dog. If you do not know how to
handle that kind of energy, then please do not get a sled dog. They will
destroy your home. You can never trust a sled dog off leash. They WILL run
and do not consider cars or buses. They will cover an unbelievable amount
of ground before slowing or stopping.

2. They THINK! There is a big difference between intelligence and
obedience. A Golden Retriever is obedient and wants to please. Sled Dogs
were bred for thousands of years to survive in the harshest environment on
the planet. They are clever, innovative and resourceful. They WILL
out-think and out-smart you if you do not stay several steps ahead of them.
They rarely win obedience trials. They are all escape artists and can
figure out how to get out of almost anything. Once they get out, refer
to #1.

3. They have a PREY INSTINCT. Cats are considered a snack food. Yes,
they will eliminate any vermin you may have, but they will also make quick
work of Fluffy the rabbit or Cuddles the cat or even take out Taco the
Chihuahua on occasion.

4. Fur becomes a condiment in your house. From floor to ceiling fan, you
will always have fur everywhere. Get used to it.

These are just a few items to consider. We usually suggest checking out
some of the dogs currently available for adoption at www.iamra.org an
excellent website, for more information before you consider getting a sled
dog.

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