Alaska Dog Center Sled Dog Tours
Experience the joy of mushing with Alaska’s happiest sled dogs.
• Summer Kennel Tour •
Adults: $49 Children: $25
Meet Alaska’s happiest sled dogs. On this guided tour, you’ll get to interact with our friendly retired sled dogs while learning all about their fantastic lives. Explore our educational campus as your guide shares insights on the world of mushing in Alaska. This hands-on experience is perfect for dog lovers and anyone curious about Alaska’s rich sled dog culture!
• Summer Dryland Sled Dog Ride •
Adults: $99 Children: $49
Get up close and personal with Alaska’s happiest sled dogs! On this hands-on adventure, you’ll meet our friendly retired sled dogs before diving into the world of mushing. Your guide will take you through our educational campus before you help harness the team and experience the thrill of a short but exciting ride around our track—pulled by 12 eager sled dogs in our side-by-side. A must-do for dog lovers and adventure seekers alike!
• Basic Tour •
Adults: $99 Children: $49
Meet and interact with our friendly retired sled dogs, pet them, and snap unforgettable photos. Enjoy an educational campus tour where our expert guides share fascinating insights into mushing in Alaska and get hands-on by helping harness and hook up the team. Finally, take a ride in the sled around our track for an exhilarating taste of this iconic activity.
• Premium Tour •
Adults: $199 Children: $99
Begin your journey at an off-grid Alaskan homestead, where you’ll gear up with the help of your guide. Next, meet our incredible sled dogs and learn how to harness and hook up the team. Embark on an 8-mile adventure through Willow’s stunning trail system, where you’ll take a ride in and even get the chance to drive the tag sled. End your tour by warming up in our cozy cabin with a hot drink and reflecting on a truly unforgettable adventure!
Hanging UP The Harness
Sled Dog Adoption
The Alaska Dog Center is proud to be home to HUTH, our Hanging Up The Harness sled dog adoption program. At Hanging Up the Harness, we provide a safe and supportive environment for sled dogs ready to retire or transition to pet homes. Our mission is to help these incredible animals adjust to a new chapter in their lives as cherished family pets.
Our dedicated staff works closely with the dogs to teach essential skills for indoor living. From walking on a leash to mastering recall and becoming comfortable indoors, we guide them through the challenges of transitioning from working sled dogs to companions.
In the meantime, these dogs continue to do what they love most by participating in sled dog tours. These tours not only allow the dogs to stay active but also give them a chance to connect with potential adopters. Many of our guests fall in love with the dogs they meet on the trails, providing the perfect opportunity to find them a loving retirement home.
By supporting Hanging Up the Harness, you’re helping retired sled dogs find their forever families while honoring their incredible contributions to the mushing world.
Adoptable Dogs
Sponsorship
What makes us different?
With so many options, here’s why you should choose the ADC for your sled dog adventure:
- Education & Ethics First – Our tours prioritize education, offering an in-depth look at mushing, dog care, and gear through our unique educational campus.
- Support Retired Sled Dogs – Every tour helps support Hanging up the Harness, our adoption program dedicated to finding loving homes for retired sled dogs.
- Meet a Diverse Team – You’ll interact with sled dogs from a variety of backgrounds, including Iditarod finishers, sprint racers, and even sled dogs that ended up the shelter.
- Hands-On Experience – Want to get involved? You’ll have the opportunity to harness the dogs yourself for an interactive experience. We give our guest the opportunity to truly connect with these incredible athletes.
- Stay Warm & Cozy – We provide warm gear when needed, plus a crackling fire, s’mores, and hot beverages to keep you comfortable. We make sure you can focus on your experience and not get distracted by the cold.
- Senior and Child Friendly Options – We have excellent tour options for groups with small children and senior guest who prefer a smoother and shorter ride!
- Large Groups– we can accommodate large group tours in both summer and winter. Ask about our Ride and Dine tour options including a meal.
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Our Values
Commitment to Exceptional dog care and ethical mushing
We are proud to hold high standards for ourselves and our fellow mushers when it comes to dog care. At the Alaska Dog Center, we strive to provide our canine athletes with the most fulfilling and comfortable lives possible and to educate our guests and fellow dog lovers about the fantastic lives of sled dogs. Education and transparency are key elements of our educational tours. Visit us in Willow, AK and we will happily answer any questions you may have about the ethics of dog mushing.
Hanging up the harness Program
Retired sled dog make loyal, enthusiastic, and loving companions. Once sled dogs are ready to “hang up the harness,” mushers will find pet homes for their dogs or bring them into their own home for their senior years. The Alaska Dog Center has a long term goal of operating tours exclusively with sled dogs who are ready to retire into a pet home and are available for adoption by our guests. We take in dogs from fellow mushers and help introduce them to indoor “pet dog” life while they run tours with us. Ask now about which dogs are looking for their perfect retirement home now!
Sponsorship
Fall in love with one of our dogs during your visit, but are unable to adopt? Consider sponsoring one of our Hanging Up The Harness canines. All sponsorship donations will go towards feeding, vaccinating, and other basic dog care for our HUTH dogs as we help them find their perfect retirement home. With your sponsorship you will receive an 8×8 tile photo of your sponsored dog and monthly updates, photos, and videos of your sponsored canine until they are adopted. Also, feel free to purchase anything from our Amazon wishlist for our dogs, including toys, treats, and gear! We greatly appreciate your support!
