Dog Driver
A Guide for the Serious Musher
by Miki Collins and Julie Collins
I came across this book while in Alaska. I am so happy I picked it up! The Collins are twin sisters, who live on a trapline in Alaska. They have been running dogs since they were teenagers. They take a no nonsense, no BS approach to everything related to running dogs. The main focus of this book is sled dogs, which they branch into recreational, freight and racing teams. Miki and Julie Colins also write for Mushing magazine.
The Collins know dogs. Spending winters on isolated traplines in Alaska, they have to rely on their dogs, not only for their livelihood, but for their very life. So well trained, confident dogs are key to their operation.
The book is full of black and white glossy photos that will take your breath away. The book reads in part like an adventure story and a how-to mush manual.
They have an extensive section on medical problems with dogs and how to treat them. This may be beyond some of us, but it's written in a straightforward style, and is easy to re-read.
The Collins mix a good amount of story telling with facts. This book will not only entertain you, but it will steer you in the right direction on many sled dog related issues.
I love this book because there is no attitude. They tell it like it is, and their vast knowledge is laid out in an easy to understand way. They live this everyday, and their knowledge and know0how is second to none. An excellent read!
5 Paws Up!
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