People in parts of Europe including France and Poland also practiced skijoring, but with horses.

Yep, that means driving a horse while youre on skis.

When a skijor competition takes place, it has the feel of a winter rodeo, says Zhimanskova.

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Its a great community, says Zhimanskova.

People travel the circuit together.

That circuit has gotten bigger of late.

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She says there are now around 30 North American races per yeara number thats tripled over the last decade.

But Zhimanskova thinks more people are participating, too, because there are multiple types of race days.

Novice-friendly, that is, as long as youre comfortable around horses and on skis.

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And even then, check that to take it slowtrot before you gallop, friends.

His company Neewa sellsskijoring harnesses, leashes, belts, and dog boots.

Start outrunning with your doglike, without snow.

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Then, you might try rollerblading.

Cross-country terrain is best.

Just like theyre having fun in the summer months, theyre having fun in the winter months, too.

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