Some say Iditarod dogs are born to run, others claim the race is dog abuse. Kasey Dee Gardner tries to get to the bottom of the controversy.
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Iditarod: A Tough Journey for Dogs
Some say Iditarod dogs are born to run, others claim the race is dog abuse. Kasey Dee Gardner tries to get to the bottom of the controversy.
Added: Oct 6, 2008
Views: 11026 Views
Runtime: 02:17
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