Kennel Tour Experience with Sled Dogs

At the Real Dog Company they are very passionate about their dogs and their work ethic and are very happy to bring you round to get to know them and their dogs! On the experience you can expect to visit the kennels and workshop (where they make the harness and sleds) and learn about the life of the people and dogs living there.

Where can I meet sled dogs in Otago?

The Real Dog Company provide and exclusive opportunity to get up close and personal with their amazing, gorgeous dogs and learn about their life and work.

The experience lasts between 45 mins and 1.5 hours depending on how long you want to spend with the dogs! This is a great opportunity to get to know the dogs and learn about how working dogs live their lives.

  • $40 per person
  • All ages and abilities welcomed
  • 45 mins – 1.5 hours
  • Complimentary coffee or tea or hot chocolate

Some facts about sled dogs!

  • Sled dogs can travel up to 20 mph!
  • Sled dogs have been used in the Arctic for at least 8000 years!
  • There is a statue of the sled dog called Balto who was crucial is saving the city of Nome, in Alaska, from a Diphtheria outbreak.