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I live in the midwest and the snow is starting to melt so skijoring is actually fairly far from my mind, but I am going to be getting a Siberian in the next few months (historically used for sledding) and a friend of mine is wanting to get an Akita within the next few years (historically used for carting). I’ve heard its a great team-work experience for you and your dog and a great way to give them the added excerise they really need (especially for huskies).

The best site I’ve found so far for carts is http://www.k9carting.com/ but I don’t really have anyone else to compare the price or quality with. Has anyone used them before? They seem to have a lot of user-friendly options including a riding cart & cargo carts, and additional accessories which can turn a single cart into a team cart and carts into sleighs.
Unfortunately I haven’t been able to find any clubs or locals who participate in these sorts of activities yet.

I recommend all new musher go to Sled Dog Central.
It is a great resource, with listings of events, clubs, suppliers, and mentors.

When you are getting started it can be absolutely valuable to have a mentor. Someone with experience who can help make sure you are getting the correct gear, well fitted and designed for mushing. And local clubs also offer a great amount of information and put you in touch with established mushers in your area. If you are very lucky you may even be able to work with some of thier dogs to help learn more about the sport.

here is the clubs listing:

http://www.sleddogcentral.com/clubs_usa.htm

and the mentors listing:

http://www.sleddogcentral.com/beginners/mentor_list_usa_states.htm

You might also consider voluntering to be a handler for an established musher, it is a great way to learn and gain experience without having to purchase your own dog team and all the gear that goes along with it. many people are not really aware of how expensive (and addictive) this sport can be. Even a small recreational team will cost you a really huge amount of money. You may find cheaper dogs, but you still have to feed and care for them. Also working dogs really do have special requirements, both physical and mental. As someone new to working with sled dogs I strongly recommend that you find a good local mentor to make sure you know what you are getting into, and learn about how to live with working dogs