Don is the half-brother of Merida and Simson – and by far the most even-tempered of the three. This gentle giant impresses not only with his stately appearance, but above all with his calm, friendly nature and deep love of cuddles. When it comes to pulling the sled, Don is steady and reliable, always focused and fully committed – a true professional. If he had to, this powerhouse could probably pull the sled all by himself.

His «professionalism» shows even before the run begins: while all the other dogs can barely contain their excitement, Don remains calmly lying down. He knows exactly that it will still take a while before the real action starts – so why waste energy?

Date of birth: 2017 (exact date unknown)

Name origin: River in Russia
Don is named after the river of the same name in Russia – one of the longest and most significant rivers in Europe. Just like the Don River, which flows powerfully yet calmly through vast landscapes, our Don radiates a natural sense of composure and strength.