Skijoring Equipment and more

Skijoring and other kinds of dog exercise equipment can be homemade for bikejoring, canicross, dog scootering, dog sledding, and rollerjoring.

At this time we only have instructions for the Bloopee and a Custom Dog Harness. However, we've included links to some websites below to give you more information about these sports and the equipment used.

BIKEJORING
A pulling harness is used on the dog and is attached with a line and bungee cord to the bicycle lower down on the stem, the same place Jo learned worked well with our dogs. Some people also attach it to their waist, although we feel that is more dangerous. Go to Bruce's Bikejoring Pages for his ideas on tug lines, neck lines, harnesses and booties.

CANICROSS
Run cross country with your dog pulling you, and fly! Be sure to carry plenty of water for both of you if it's hot weather. For more information, see a reprint of an article from Mushing Magazine, Canicross.


DOG SCOOTERING
Click on Dogscooter.com for an excellent site about dog scootering and the equipment needed.

A related type of equipment, the Dog Powered Scooter has been designed by Mark Schuette of Bend, Oregon. While developing this device, Mark discovered several precautions that are necessary to prevent owner and dog injuries. He thus recommends against building a homemade version.
(If you plan to buy his device, mention of our site may entitle you to a discount).


ROLLERJORING
Go to Rollerjoring for info about roller- or inline skating with your dog pulling you. This can be highly dangerous and you will need to be an expert skater as well as have a very responsive dog.

SKIJORING
Click on Skijoring to learn about this fast-growing sport that even has a World Cup competition with sprints and distance races. When there is no snow, some people practice skijoring on rollerskis.

This detailed website carries equipment, including a quick release buckle made of stainless steel.

Tip: They suggest you use a harness for pulling only. This way your dog learns a leash means do not pull and a harness means pull.

We do have many more items to make for your dog(s) on this site. Just head back to our home page to access your choices.