For Immediate Release

The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is one of the most widely recognized mushing events in the world; employing hundreds of canine athletes. For veterinarians, the unique nature of the race presents opportunities for studies that have led to improvements to sled dog care. Stuart Nelson, Jr., chief veterinarian of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, will present his work with Iditarod-related research in a free one-hour lecture on Jan. 22.

For Immediate Release

No doubt about it, Fairbanks is a community of mushers, dog racing enthusiasts and all-around dog lovers. With the start of the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race on Feb. 10, the timing is right for a lecture about the science behind sled dog racing. Veterinarians Margaret Eastman and Denali Lovely will present on the physiology of sled dogs and their experiences working on one of the most challenging sled dog races in the world.