Sled dogs loving the snow!

It's not easy being a sled dog. Putting up with tough, harsh conditions and a long hard pull. But consider that Alaskan and Siberian Huskies have been bred to mush in the snow and love it.

A great sled dog loves being on the go and seeing just what's around the corner. This is a popular sport in Alaska. In states like Colorado you can find dog sledding adventure companies in places like Durango. You can sit back and let a team of experienced dogs and a guide take you to the beautiful back country.

Although sled dogs are tough, they have sensitive feet. Many mushers use fleece-lined dog boots to keep their pooches warm and protected and will go through lots of boots on long hauls.

If you're wondering about the calorie intake of some of the most serious hard working sled dogs out there, consider the average dog's 1500 daily calories compared to 10,000 for our mushing friends!