WHAT IS MI DOG SUMMER SLED DOG CENTER?
MI DOG is home to some of the world's greatest athletes; long-distance sled dogs.
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Visit long-distance musher Laura Neese and her team of sled dogs at MI DOG summer sled dog center located north of Newberry, Michigan and just 10 miles south of Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Laura has been blessed to share tens of thousands of miles and many adventures with her canine companions over the past eleven years. They have summited and descended mountains, traveled in 60 below zero temperatures, run across the frozen Bering Sea, crossed the frozen 31 mile long Lake Laberge, and traveled all over North America together. It has been and continues to be an incredible ride and she and the dogs are excited to share their lifestyle and stories with you at MI DOG!
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Whether you are already a sled dog fan or are hearing about them for the first time, this is an experience that you do not want to miss!
Thank you to all that made this summer an incredible one. MI DOG's Summer Sled Dog Center is currently closed and will reopen for the summer season May 23rd, 2025. Be sure to check out our NEW Winter Tours happening now through March 23rd!
Travelers'
Choice Awards Winner 2024
MI DOG was a winner of Tripadvisor's Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024! This award is based on reviews from millions of Tripadvisor travelers, and places MI DOG in the top 10% worldwide.
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING ABOUT MI DOG
“Just amazing! This was our second time going this summer. My son just loves all the puppy snuggles and kisses. Laura is so fun to talk with and her passion about dog sledding and her dogs is unmatched."
Anna Vigneau
"If you love dogs in general or just want to learn about sled dog racing, this is a highly recommended stop in the UP during the summer. Laura and crew are friendly and knowledgeable.... Plus you get to cuddle
puppies! I don't think there's
anything better!!"
Sarah Jane Sherburn
"This is a hidden gem in the UP of Michigan. I enjoyed learning about dog sledding as well as hearing about Laura's personal experiences. Of course, snuggling puppies was a wonderful bonus! This place was actually good for my soul and I left so much more relaxed. I will definitely recommend this place as a good spot to visit and will go back as well!"
Ashley Hall
BOOK A TOUR!
We are currently booking Winter Sled Dog Tours!
WHAT TO EXPECT ON A SUMMER TOUR
PUPPY
PLAYTIME
Hold and get your picture
taken with the adorable future canine athletes!
MEET THE
RACE TEAM
Each tour includes a presentation by the human and canine members of the race team. See how a world-class sled dog athlete gets to spend their off season, hear stories from the trail, and meet the team!
HAVE
A PICNIC
Pack a lunch and arrive
early to enjoy a picnic while you watch the puppies
play nearby.
MI HAPPY DOGS
FREQUENTLY ASKED SUMMER QUESTIONS
Can I bring my own pets?
Your pets are welcome on the property, but are required to stay in the shaded parking lot so the MI DOG pack can do their thing without distractions.
How long can I stay at MI Dog?
The time slots for each tour are an hour and a half long. Be ready for lots of puppy cuddles and dog kisses!
What else
is there to
do nearby?
The beautiful Tahquamenon Falls, Whitefish Point on Lake Superior, and Oswald's Bear Ranch are all within 35 miles of MI DOG!
What should
I wear?
It's a good idea to wear something that you don't mind getting a little dirty. You will have opportunities to cuddle puppies and meet some of the race team, and sled dogs are not shy about giving hugs and lots of love!
