Hello Boys and Girls!

During a race, not every dog runs from Anchorage to Nome.  Some dogs return from the trail.  They are called ‘dropped’ dogs.

Dropped dogs are dogs that for one reason or another, are left in the checkpoint by the musher.  When the dogs are left at a checkpoint, the dogs are left with veterinarians. The vets take care of the dogs and make sure all of their needs are met. 

The dogs are generally in excellent health.

As you can see in the photo, my fur friends, the dropped dogs usually have a good appetite.   A yummy meal is served to all of the dropped dogs. 

The race volunteers and vets take good care of them while the wait for their family to pick them up from the Millennium Hotel Race Headquarters.  Race fans also stop by the drop dog area to give the dogs hugs and pets!

Just Spinning de ‘tails’,

Libby