Endurance and Speed Test

The solid surface of the snow is a perfect condition for testing the dogs combined speed and endurance.  It is possible to keep an optimal speed during ski running synchronized with a challanging speed for the dog.  A fast trot, a steady canter lope and occationally full gallopp, combined for several hours.  This dog is the youngest in my pack and he is not the most athletic.  It took some years to develop his speed.  However, I am happy with the result after steady training.  The dog loved the run and in the end of the day acted like a happy playful puppy.  I took care not to exhaust him or exceed his limit.  A wolfdog has strong "brakes" built into his energy metabolism that prevent energy depletion.