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PRIDE stands for Providing Responsible
Information on a Dog’s Environment. The relationship between
sled dogs and humans is one of the oldest bonds of its kind. Modern
sled dog owners are proud of their dogs as canine athletes that
are bred and trained to do what they love: run as part of a team.
Mush with PRIDE supports the responsible care and humane treatment
of all dogs and is dedicated to enhancing the care and treatment
of sled dogs in their traditional and modern uses.
Mush with PRIDE was established in 1991 as an organization of
mushers who were concerned about the care of sled dogs and public
perceptions of mushing. To address some of these concerns, PRIDE
developed sled dog care and equipment guidelines. We instituted
a voluntary kennel inspection program and created an email list
to facilitate communication among dog mushers whose main concern
is treatment and care of sled dogs. PRIDE guidelines have frequently
been used by other groups and agencies when determining responsible
dog care and kennel husbandry standards.
Today Mush with PRIDE members are found throughout the world;
nearly half of the PRIDE membership resides in Alaska, but members
from the lower 48, Canada, Norway, and even Jamaica are steadily
increasing in numbers. Spring of 2007, PRIDE elected an enthusiastic
new multi-state, international Board
of Directors who are excited to throw their energy
into the PRIDE organization.
Some of the topics we
hope to address this year (with the help of our membership) include:
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Increase
awareness, support, and membership of Mush with PRIDE
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Review
and revise Guidelines, develop Race Guidelines
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Promote
the Voluntary Kennel Certification program
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Address
legal and legislative issues involved with sled dog kennels
and care
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Help
to educate the general public as well as new mushers, veterinarians,
and other people with dog care interests on the proper care
of sled dogs and responsible kennel husbandry
Who
should join Mush with PRIDE?
Anyone who cares about sled dogs and mushing is encouraged to support
Mush with PRIDE by becoming a member. Current PRIDE members include
large competitive kennels, small recreational teams, skijorers,
veterinarians, race giving organizations,
local mushing clubs, equipment providers, and fans of sled dogs.
The support and input from our membership is what helps direct the
PRIDE Board of Directors and establish PRIDE as a leading organization
promoting responsible sled dog care and dog-powered sports.
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