Panda Bear
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There have been a couple of stories in the news recently about moose attacks on dogs, specifically sled dogs. These stories prompted some to ask questions and I will answer here.
I personally would prefer to lose a race than a dog and therefore I carry a rifle. Most carry a revolver, in an effort to keep the weight down. And although I can legally carry, I dont, I take a rifle. Others prefer flare pistols like the Orion, and they do work.
Although the Polar and Wolf can cause one to worry, it is the Moose that is the main culprit . They hate dogs, which comes from their constantly being harassed by the Wolf.
When we do shot a Moose, it is done under the DLP law. However you must gut the animal and take it to the next station. The second animal ( if one ) must also be reported and taken to the station, but you do not have to gut in the field. We do get to keep the meat. It is distributed to the community.
EUROPE and SALMONCHASER were both scheduled to meet me this year, but a variety of things got in the way. Covid, Africa, Spain, Health. My loss as these three (Salmonchaser's lady was also coming ) are so much fun, and knowledgeable.
Iditarod starts today
I personally would prefer to lose a race than a dog and therefore I carry a rifle. Most carry a revolver, in an effort to keep the weight down. And although I can legally carry, I dont, I take a rifle. Others prefer flare pistols like the Orion, and they do work.
Although the Polar and Wolf can cause one to worry, it is the Moose that is the main culprit . They hate dogs, which comes from their constantly being harassed by the Wolf.
When we do shot a Moose, it is done under the DLP law. However you must gut the animal and take it to the next station. The second animal ( if one ) must also be reported and taken to the station, but you do not have to gut in the field. We do get to keep the meat. It is distributed to the community.
EUROPE and SALMONCHASER were both scheduled to meet me this year, but a variety of things got in the way. Covid, Africa, Spain, Health. My loss as these three (Salmonchaser's lady was also coming ) are so much fun, and knowledgeable.
Iditarod starts today