Upcoming Events
Jan 12-15, 2021: Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine in Working Canines
Waypoint has partnered with 4-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser's Happy Trails Kennels and the Alaska Dog Mushing School to offer the ultimate continuing education adventure. This 4-day program encompasses 18 hr of RACE-approved CE covering exercise physiology and sports medicine in working dog and the complete experience of working with the ultimate canine athlete: the Alaskan Husky sled dog.
Important Stuff
RACE-approved for 18 CE credits for veterinarians. No limit to registration for the Continuing Education program, but space is limited in the Alaska Dog Mushing School classes and for on-site lodging at Happy Trails Kennels Bed and Breakfast, so be sure to sign up early!
Details
Scientific Program
Alaska Dog Mushing School
Alaska Dog Mushing School
- Nutrition
- Metabolism
- Hydration
- Thermoregulation
- Gastroenterology of working dogs
- Endocrinology
- Immune function
Alaska Dog Mushing School
Alaska Dog Mushing School
Alaska Dog Mushing School
- Hands-on training on handling the dogs, including harnessing, hook-up, and managing equipment
- Special discounted rates for CE attendees
- Short training run
- Long training run
- All-day wilderness tour with your own sled and team of dogs
Happy Trails B&B
Alaska Dog Mushing School
Happy Trails B&B
Live on the grounds of an Iditarod-champion kennel.
All rooms have private baths
Full kitchen
Wi-Fi internet
Satellite TV
Special discounted rates for CE attendees