Our huskies in lapland are Siberian Huskies, with some mixed with Alaskan Malamutes or Alaskan Huskies. Most of them were born right here with us, and we’ve been with them since day one — always respecting their natural rhythm and individual personalities.
🐶 From puppy to pack life : our Huskies in Lapland
When puppies are born, they stay with their mother for 8 to 16 weeks. At around 6 months, they move to their permanent enclosure.
Training for sledding begins gently around 11–12 months of age. Some pups immediately understand what’s expected of them, others take more time.
We start with short runs (2 km), placing them in the center of the team. As they progress, they gradually take on longer distances and new roles: 👉 To learn more about mushing and sled dog driving, check out our article: The basics of mushing – life as a musher in Lapland
Our dogs train from September to April, but never when temperatures rise above 18°C (64°F), even for short runs. In winter, they typically run 10 km per day, depending on the weather and trail conditions.
🍖 Nutrition adapted to an active life
Our huskies are fed a mix of high-quality dry food and raw meat. The fat from the meat provides vital energy for running and staying warm, while the proteins are better absorbed than in overprocessed kibble.
Kibble brings in the right balance of vitamins and minerals to support their strength, stamina, and immune system — all year round.
🏡 A respectful and balanced way of life
Our huskies live in stable groups of 2 to 15 dogs, with males and females separated, or males neutered to ensure peace within the pack.
Each dog has its own insulated little house filled with wood shavings, in winter. The dog houses are heated with electric heaters.
They are harnessed until they’re around 10 years old — sometimes more, sometimes less, depending solely on their motivation and health. After retirement, they stay with us for life.
The retired dogs who get along have a large shared enclosure of 700 m2 and a small house with underfloor heating.
We don’t practice convenience euthanasia : our dogs are family, and we care for them with dignity until the end.
🌿 Our philosophy: Respect, care, and authenticity
We believe that responsible tourism starts with respect — for animals, nature, and humans alike. Every decision we make follows that principle, to offer you meaningful experiences, far from mass tourism.
💛 Our dogs come first
Our huskies are at the heart of our life here in Lapland. Their well-being always comes before tourism.
- Each dog has a heated, insulated kennel to rest in comfort.
- They go out daily, either to play, run freely, or just enjoy the snow together.
- Senior dogs are never left behind: they live in a spacious 700 m² enclosure and remain active, interacting with younger dogs.
- We never practice euthanasia unless absolutely necessary for medical reasons.
- Their nutrition is monitored and adjusted year-round.
- We respect each dog’s temperament — if a dog doesn’t want contact, we never force it.
👣 Small-group experiences only
To protect the well-being of our animals and provide a personal, high-quality experience:
- We welcome 2 to 8 guests per stay,
- and up to 12 participants for day activities.
Before every outing (dog sledding, reindeer visit, etc.), we take the time to explain everything clearly — especially how to interact with the animals safely and respectfully.
All our experiences are guided in English and French, always in a warm, kind, and mindful atmosphere. Book a husky safari
