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The long path to the top of Europe

Thomas Colussa, 40 years old, ex-competitive ski athlete, passionate mountaineer and Executive Chef by profession, has a dream: to reach the summit of Mont Blanc (4,807 m), not alone, but with his trusted friend Numb, a 1 year old Czechoslovakian wolf dog. It is a record-breaking feat: to get so high, but in the company of a dog. Obviously with all safety for Numb and for himself; this has always been a priority for Thomas. The enterprise that Thomas is attempting requires specific equipment for Numb. For this reason, AXAECO has decided to support their adventure with its products.Follow with us, Numb and Thomas in their training, to be able to reach the top of Europe, at 4,807 meters. #walkingwolf

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Freedom and Safety!

Spring is the perfect season for long walks and hikes. Taking your dog along with you on these outings makes them an even more enjoyable experience, both for you and your canine companion.Given that dogs are natural predators, the great outdoors gives your dogs a myriad of interesting scents to sniff along the way. Whether you’re walking by the sea, in the countryside or along mountain trails, remember that letting your dog off the lead can – particularly at this time of year – lead to trouble and may even be illegal in some areas.One thing to be especially mindful of is that you may encounter wild animals along the way. With it being spring, some of these animals may

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Exercise and Training

Many training principles are specific to the type of activity in which your dogs will be involved. Other variables include climate, terrain, age of the dog, breed of the dog, etc. All forms of mushing, with all the different variables, are wonderful ways of forming a close bond with your dogs. In general, training can be separated into two categories: education and physical conditioning. When you are planning your training schedule, consider your goals and your dogs’ abilities. Simply counting miles, for instance, can be deceptive. The type of conditions that the dogs encounter are important too, i.e. steep hills, trail-breaking in heavy snow, extreme temperatures or wind. New mushers should consult books and experienced mushers for help, but also

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Hydration of canine athletes by DVM Sergio Maffi

To ensure that our dogs reach their full performance potential, we are used to focusing on the raw materials in their feed, the calories, and percentages of protein and fats. However there is one component of their diet which is often overlooked, and although it contains not a single calorie it is the most important part of what we feed our dogs…WATER! Click here for the full article.

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Fun in the snow!

Getting out into the snow with your dog can be great fun but there are a few things to bear in mind to keep your four-legged friend safe. Fluffy white piles of newly fallen snow are often irresistible for dogs and they’ll soon be off running and playing through the drifts. Sometimes your dog may be tempted to eat the snow, whether for fun, thirst or to cool down after a run. Unfortunately, swallowing snow can sometimes cause vomiting, diarrhoea, chills or other issues. If any of these problems arise in your dog, you should always contact your vet. Fresh snow can also cause problems with your dog’s paws, forming lumps or balls of ice. These can be very irritating

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Feel good, feel SPRING!

With the right equipment there are lots of ways to get out into nature with your dog: walks, hikes and runs are not just fun freetime activities, they’re a great way for dogs and their owners to stay fit and healthy too. As long as we respect the needs of our own dogs (as well as those of any other animals or humans you may encounter) when out and about, these activities can be a great chance to build an even closer relationship with your dog by having fun together whether you’re in the mountains, hillwalking, exploring lakeside trails or woodland parks.  Most dogs love running, that’s why here at Axaeco have created a range of purposely-designed, high-quality products to

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Best Dog Care Award

We have always supported the most important European sleddog competitions and the most coveted prize for many competitors is this one. The Best Dog Care award recognizes the respect and care that every musher dedicates to their team of dogs. This year we are the official sponsor of the biggest long distance races in Europe: Femundlopet and Finnmarkslopet. The Femundlopet 650 km, 450 km, 200 km and Junior will start from Roros, Norway on 5 February. The race can be followed on the official website: www.femundlopet.no Finnmarkslopet 1200 km, 600 km and Junior will start from Alta, Norway on 12 March.  The race can be followed on the official website: www.finnmarkslopet.no Good mushing to all teams!

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SUMMER activities?

There are some essential steps to take, other than using the right gear, to ensure that your active, sporty dog stays healthy. Not all dogs are able to regulate their energy expenditure and will run until they collapse. As well as embarking on any new activity in a gradual way, it’s important that you know how to recognize signs that your dog is tired or stressed so that you can intervene when necessary and take the right course of action: for example, alternating walking with running, taking rest breaks and always making sure you always have fresh, clean water available for your dog to drink and rehydrate. Bear in mind that running is not a sport which is suitable for

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