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Latest — Dec 26, 2023

Internal Pack System

There were times when I had one dog as my companion, also a couple or three. They each had their unique traits, but I sensed there was more to it—a need for something bigger, like a pack. Years later I discovered the modality emphasizing expression of various inner selves

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Into-me-see

it's about minus 25 degrees, and I'm checking on how my dogs—Trond, Gabor, and Tomi—are sharing two doghouses since I didn't manage to build the third on time

Full Moon

Around 11 am in Tjåmotis, daylight is slipping away fast; the days have grown shorter, and darkness looms shortly after midday. Lasse remains the sole permanent resident here. It is somewhat surprising–driving through, the village appears lively, especially by the roadside, where approximately ten houses glow with ambient lights.

Return

I woke up early, attempting to push the doors, now snow-covered and blown shut. The wind feels colder today, and the pathways around the cabin are blanketed in snow. We'll have to dig our way out. Thankfully, there are markers in our direction, aiding our orientation. The dogs

Challenge

The morning is strikingly clear, a clarity unique to this place. The thermometer shows -20°C, and within the upcoming hours, it's expected to drop another five degrees. The cold transparency sharpens my perception; now and then, I unconsciously find myself seeking reasons to venture outside, be it

Mountains, Rivers and Valleys

The weather is enchanting, sunny, and bright. The air warms up, feeling no colder than minus ten, by my estimation. I cross the lake and proceed further along a picturesque river valley. At one point, tension arises—Tomi snaps at Trond, who's picking up on him. Now, he

The Sun Also Rises

We are moving fast over the mountains, well tested with full strength. Further on, the path goes along small cabin clusters; it's not entirely clear whether they're Sami settlements or simply recreational spots for hunters and fishermen. The next stopping point is Västerfjäll, a fairly remote

He's Leaving Home

I postponed the departure by another day. Packing up brought stress, and I realized it's not a good precondition upon leaving, and will affect team spirit on the trail. Moreover, when gear packing is not 100% checked it can be crucial on the trail when choices are limited.

Behavioral Training

Working in larger collectives is harder than with a partner or alone. Each has their quirks; tolerance and adaptability are skills that dogs, too, need to learn. As much as I'd like universal instructions on handling situation x, that would be misleading advice. Each dog's character

Present Dog

Torvi is the leader, but she doesn't recognize commands yet. Somehow, in training, it hasn't worked out, probably because no dog in the team really reads them and there's no one to learn from. Tomi relies on guesswork, Trond seems to understand, but he&

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