Another thing the Committee will discuss at Intro to Sledding, is when it is ok to train your dog safely in the Australian climate.

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Temperature:

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Dogs can over heat and quite quickly even in

the cooler months.

(Some breeds are more susceptible than

others).

 

Races shall not be run if the temperature

exceeds 15 degrees Celsius.

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Learn to look for signs of your dog

overheating:

• Heavy panting or rapid breathing

• Excessive thirst

• Bright or dark red tongue and gums

• Excessive drooling

• Weakness/collapse

• Increased pulse and heartbeat

• Staggering/stumbling 

• Glazed eyes.

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At every race, NSW Siberian Express will have a Race Vet attend. Just don't hurt yourself because we don't have any human doctors attend :)

(We do have a First Aid person)

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Advice on how to cool your dog down: 

If you suspect your dog is overheating, begin cooling your dog down by soaking his/her body with cool water –cool, but not cold. Use what is at your disposal: wet towels or any other source of cool water that is available.

Take his/her temperature if possible.

Concentrate the cooling water on his/her head, neck and in the areas underneath the front and back legs.