This extreme act of animal cruelty shakes the community of cross country runners who race attached to their dogs.
, usually involving a harness and leash attached to the runner’s midsection via waist belt. It began in Europe as off-season training for the mushing community, but has grown in popularity and is now a stand-alone sport.
The French final, being held in southern France, was the qualifier for the world championships taking place in Germany this October. The dog sporting group hosting the race, The Federation of Canine Sports and Leisure, called the act “abject” and “criminal.” The situation was traumatizing for the team and left their vets “powerless faced with human cruelty.
The organizers filed a police report and have opened an investigation into animal cruelty, which carries a maximum prison sentence of up to five years and a fine of 75,000 euros.Abby Carney is a writer and journalist in New York. A former D1 college runner and current amateur track athlete, she's written about culture and characters in running and outdoor sports for
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