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In an interview with Nathalie Roy of Nordicight Alaskan Malamutes, Gery Allen an American Breeder and Musher of Malamutes (Kennel Name: Nuvakachina) was asked to describe one of his best moments on the trail. Gery answered:
pre-wrap;"> Hmmmm…..best moments on the trail? I guess I would have to say that some of my best moments are seeing the sun come up after we’ve been running in the dark for an hour or two (I typically get up to train well before the sun comes up). There’s something about seeing the light hit the dogs, especially if it comes from behind. The dogs reflect the light and they become luminescent, almost glowing in the morning light, and I have a couple of red mals that look like they're on fire! It only lasts for a few minutes. But, in those few minutes when everybody is running in sync, with clouds of frost hanging about them, and the early morning sunrise is lighting them up, it just makes for a beautiful sight! These are moments when I think to myself: My god, these are amazing animals! Seeing them all working together as a team, as go we go down the trail on a snowy morning is like watching poetry in motion! It’s something that’s actually brought tears to my eyes a few times!*
Gery's description of the red Malamute as a "dog on fire" capitvated my imagination and the rest of his answer warmed my heart. So I thought I'd share it with you here.
*Shared with Gery's permission.
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