Sled dogs rest while mushers celebrate at the UP200 award ceremony

The UP200 president says the ceremony recognizes race efforts before and after the starting line.
Laconia Daily Sun

2nd generation musher takes top honors in Sled Dog Derby, continuing family legacy

Musher Alexandra Therrien, of Quebec, made history with a win in the World Championship Sled Dog Derby this weekend. Therrien ...
Upstate New York

Sled dog races and skijoring draw dozens of competitors to Tug Hill (photos)

Mannsville, N.Y. — The Tug Hill Challenge hosted by the Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club returned to the snowy trails of Winona State Forest in Mannsville, N.Y. Saturday. The event drew nearly 50 racers of ...
Alaska Public Media

This Iditarod musher is racing with mostly rescue dogs from Alaska shelters

Justin and Kailyn Olnes with their dog Jig at the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race ceremonial start in Anchorage on March 1, 2025. Most mushers in this year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race are competing ...
Popular Science

Oldest known dog breed reveals hidden human history

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Iditarod is the longest annual sled dog race– covering over ...
KTBS

The fun and furry world of sled dog racing keeps barking, despite not being in the Winter Olympics

(CNN) — Humans being pulled along on a sled across picturesque, snow-covered landscapes by a group of agile, energetic dogs is an image that won’t be seen at Milan Cortina in 2026, but the practice of ...