Born to Run

They worked as a perfect team, though they’d never worked together before. They were all from different walks of life, and even different species. It was amazing team work to see their end goal played out. Bourbon ran hard and fast, though he was much smaller he was bred to herd and to control animals like this. The dog ran with Eldi as the two of them came upon their goal. The animal was chosen after the calves started to slow. Musk oxen were notoriously grumpy and stubborn but after being made to run in the heat of the summer season (even if it was colder than normal) the mothers were not as ready to rush to their offspring’s rescue.

Bourbon did separate the calf as it kicked out at Eldi, and though the viking had planned to take the kill Bourbon saw his chance to take advantage. Bourbon latched onto the animals face, and despite its young age the creature was incredibly strong. Its panic would be its detriment though and as the herd was harried further by the women. Bourbon’s attack caused the calf to tumble heels over head. It landed just right that as it tumbled to the ground it would break its neck. As it tumbled to the ground the calf wouldn’t move again.

The dog heaved his breath as he slowed and stood proudly over their catch.