So I finally got a pair of XC skis to try skijoring with the dogs. Any advice?? Have not yet ordered harnesses. My main concern is Jasmine’s age..I would say we will take it easy. I really wish I would have done this sooner. Jasmine will be 11 in March and Barney will be 7. To be honest, they are both in superb health. Believe it or not I have seen NO signs of arthritis in Jasmine. We typically jog a mile and walk 2.5 at least 5 days a week. Every year our vet goes on and on about how healthy she is and he can’t believe she is old as she is. I think it’s doable if I take it easy. I have started them both on glucosamine supplements. I’m yet to order harnesses so if anyone has any advice I’d appreciate it!

Starting on the supplement should help, but mostly as long as you aren't pushing it, start slow and work up to the longer distances you will likely be fine. A lot of us here have the ruffwear harnesses and like them. Think their styles have changed a bit though so would have to see what styles are out now.

I have the ruffwear skijoring harnesses but belts and lines from adanac, http://www.adanacsleds.com/

i practice commands and turns when im on our daily walks to have them prepared for when we go out, it has been over a yr since i have taken Jack out, not much snow last winter.
i took XC lessons after the first time trying it with the dogs, i thought since i have skied how much harder would XC be and with dogs, i was really WRONG! i hurt for a long time! so practice with just your self first on the skis and see how it goes before hooking 2 dogs up to you!
i know here in CO there are clubs you can take classes with for skijoring.

Thanks!