The web offers exceptional resources on sled dogs, sled dog racing as well as various 'northern breeds'. We blame the web, actually, and various e-mail lists for getting us hooked on the sport back in 1995 when we stumbled upon the 'Northern Breeds Home Page' and learned that maybe we could actually make sled dogs out of our two Siberian pets.

Below are just a few web links of the many resources that are out there for learning more.

Sled Dog Central—One of the more comprehnsive sites for sled dog equipment, classifieds, races and race results. The SDC Forum is a 'musher' chat board that is frequented by recreational types and professionals alike.

Mushing Boot Camp—Web site for the sled dog training camp taught by Ann Stead and Jamie Nelson. The Sled Pet team has been to a number of camps and they have been some of our best investments in the sport to date. Highly recommended for anyone interested in getting the most from whatever type team they have...be it recreational or professional.

International Siberian Husky Club—web site of the ISHC, a club originally founded by Leonard Seppala to help preserve the working ability of the breed. Site features information about membership as well as an order form where you can order some of the REALLY great resources on Siberian Huskies--particularly good is The Siberian Husky book, 3rd Edition.

Sierra Nevada Dog Drivers—California's local sled dog racing organiziation. Visit this site to get information on races in the California region as well as opportunities to meet with and learn from local mushers. SNDD typically offers a good beginner's clinic on mushing each fall which is a great opportunity to get some basic mushing training.

Official Iditarod Site—Information on the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog race. Learn about the mushers, track progress of the race and even develop a classroom unit around the Iditarod.

Working Dog Web—Web site run by the original publishers of the "Racing Siberian Husky" newsletter and a couple booklets on the Siberian Husky. Site contains different types of working dogs but includes a section on sled dogs.

Siberian Husky Club of America—although we don't have an interest in showing, the SHCA site has a lot of good information about the Siberian breed and what it means to own and live with a Siberian.

'The Team' photo by Chuck Barry. Other Photos and text ©2004 Melissa & Terry Beers unless otherwise noted. All Rights Reserved.