Building teams

The lead dog in a sled team is literally the one that sets the direction and regulates the speed of the pack. Lead sled dogs were originally chosen for their size, brute strength and stamina…much like leaders in cavemen times. Contemporary sled dogs are chosen for their attitude, endurance, strength, speed, tough feet and appetites, and most importantly their desire to pull in harness and their abilities to run well within a team. Contemporary leaders require similar attributes: positive attitude, resilience, technical skill, willingness and ability to run well within a team.