After the race starts, Dr. Stroberg flies out to various check points by bush plane in all kinds of weather to give the dogs full physical exams at each station. This is to ensure that everyone is doing well and help address any problems or injuries that may arise during the race. Any dog that has suffered an injury or become ill, is disqualified and must be removed from the race and flown back to the main station for further medical care. A back-up team member replaces the dog that was removed.

Dr. Stroberg does presentations for various clubs and organizations throughout the Denver area about his adventurous experiences while attending the Iditarod. He is available for presentations and speaking engagements free of charge.

The Iditarod is considered "The Last Great Race" and is held in the spirit of adventure each year in the rugged back country of the Alaskan territory. These dogs are amazing athletes that absolutely love what they do. To watch these dogs in action is unbelievable!

The musher's who run these teams of incredible athletes, endure so of the roughest conditions of any sport known today. They not only go through the treacherous terrain under all weather conditions, but go days without sleep. It takes a tremendous amount of endurance and stamina for the musher's who are themselves incredible athletes.

Together, the Musher's and the athletic dogs form an amazing team which serves as an extreme example of the incredible power of the "Human Animal Bond." They live together, train together, work together and play together. These dogs are often the greatest part of the Musher's life. Not only their profession but their hobby and often part of their family. Humans and Animals have throughout history formed some of the most enduring partnerships. And of coarse animals have always been tremendous companion to their Human Parents!