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Expert: Alan J Turner, SATS LL1 - 12/5/2006


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"I just saw a TV special on the Race to the Sout Pole. Why didn't the men bring the sled dogs into the tent for mutual warmth?"  

Answer
Dear Bill,
That's a darned good question, one that stumps me. I don't have experience with sled dogs at work.

I suppose the men had sufficient equipment and were warm enough and the dogs were very comfortable sleeping in their environment. But of course, I am only guessing. Thanks for the interesting question.
Happy Training!
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13 years as a trainer, the most recent 6 years as a canine behavior counselor specializing in abnormal behavior modification (i.e. fear, aggression, et cetera).

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