canicross

English

Etymology

Blend of canine +‎ cross-country.

Noun

canicross (uncountable)

  1. The sport of cross-country running with dogs that are harnessed to the runner's belt by a cord.
    • 2014, Guillaume de Lavigne, THE DRAFT DOG, past and present, Lulu.com, →ISBN, page 163:
      Canicross is the sport of cross country running with dogs. Originating in Europe as off-season training for the mushing (sledding) community, it has become popular as a stand-alone sport all over Europe, especially in the UK.

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