Dreaming of meeting real Arctic huskies up close in the heart of Lapland? A Husky Meet & Greet at Husky Park is your chance to step into their world, learn about their personalities, and make some unforgettable memories (yes, photos are encouraged!). Here’s exactly how it works, and how to make the most of your time with our furry friends.
Arrival & Welcome
Gather at the Meet & Greet entrance and wait for our guides to invite you in. Once everyone has arrived, the group may be split into smaller groups and guided into separate Meet & Greet areas. From there, your guide will walk you through the following rules..
The Golden Rules of Husky Happiness 🐕🦺
Gather at the Meet & Greet entrance and wait for our guides to invite you in. Once everyone has arrived, the group may be split into smaller groups and guided into separate Meet & Greet areas. From there, your guide will walk you through the following rules..
– Our huskies set the pace
Every husky has their own personality. We never force our dogs to work, and that includes making them interact, pose, or stay still. At the start, they usually zoom around, play, and burn off energy. After a few minutes, they naturally slow down and start approaching visitors on their own terms.
– No gloves for petting or feeding
Every husky has their own personality. We never force our dogs to work, and that includes making them interact, pose, or stay still. At the start, they usually zoom around, play, and burn off energy. After a few minutes, they naturally slow down and start approaching visitors on their own terms.
– No running
Running or chasing makes huskies more excited and can confuse younger dogs. Stay calm, relaxed, and let the huskies come to you. Help us train good habits into the puppies 🐾
– Treats: one at a time
Once the guide gives you treats, offer them one by one. Place the treat flat on your palm and lower your hand down. This helps the huskies take treats gently and keeps jumping to a minimum. Fingers-only snacks make things tricky for both you and the dog.
– Don’t pick them up by yourself
Even if there are puppies around, don’t lift any dogs on your own. If you’d love to hold one, just ask the guide, they know which huskies are comfortable with it.
Enjoy the Experience ❄️
That’s it! Listen to your guide, ask questions, take photos and videos, and enjoy spending time with our amazing huskies. Every Meet & Greet is a little different, because every husky is different.
Welcome to Husky Park’s blog! The season has come to an end, and Husky Park will be closing its doors for one month. But don’t worry – a lot will be happening behind the scenes! During this time, we’ll be renewing and improving the park, as our team swaps harnesses and leashes for hammers and drills. As the seasonal staff finishes their work, our permanent team will continue to take care of the park and its beloved huskies. We want to thank everyone for an amazing 2024–2025 season! But before we move forward, let’s take a look at everything that happens after the season ends!
Thank you for the season 2024 – 2025
It’s time to say thank you for the season 2024-2025 and start a little break! The winter season at Husky Park ends at the end of April an after that, we starts snow-free season. Last spring, we started renovations at Husky Park with the aim of renewing the park. However, the renovation was left unfinished, and now in May, the construction of the park will resume. For this reason, Husky Park will be closed in May.
Begin training the one-year-old dog
In addition, during spring, we begin training the one-year-old dogs for pulling work. Each dog gets to practice how it feels to wear a harness and what it feels like to pull. Every young dog is paired with an experienced running companion who leads by example and shows how it’s done. The running companion is not a new acquaintance but rather a dog they have already lived with in the same enclosure for some time. We want to create a positive and enjoyable memory for every dog when it comes to sledding, which is why we take the time for proper training in spring. Once the training season begins, the focus shifts to building the dogs’ muscle fitness, and there is no longer time to learn how to wear a harness or pull.
Husky Park is dogs homeall the year
Husky Park is the dogs’ home all year round. Many of our visitors wonder where the dogs go when the season ends. The answer is – they don’t go anywhere! This is their home in autumn, winter, spring, and summer. A husky’s life looks very different in winter compared to summer. During the summer, the dogs mainly take a break from pulling work, as it is too hot for running in Finland. However, we don’t overlook their need for activity. Instead, we provide them with different ways to release their energy, such as running enclosures, enrichment with toys and bones, and even ice baths to help them stay cool.
What happens in Summer?
Summer is a time for Huskies to take a break from sledding work. In Finland, summers are warm enough that running is not good for them. That’s why they relax and release their energy in different ways. However, basic dog care tasks continue throughout the summer—this includes cleaning the fences, providing fresh water, and feeding the dogs daily. Additionally, their care involves nail trimming and brushing. Huskies shed their fur twice a year, meaning there is a lot of fur in the summer! At Husky Park, the fur is not simply thrown away. Instead, it is collected and used to make Husky hats!
In addition to dog care, the park’s basic maintenance tasks continue. During the summer, all equipment is inspected to determine what needs repairing or replacing. Planning for the use of running enclosures also begins. Throughout the summer, new exercise yards are built, allowing the dogs to run freely and burn off energy. The park guides carefully plan the running sessions to ensure that only dogs that get along are running together. This guarantees a safe and positive free-running experience for all the dogs.
After the season ends, we also start planning the team lists for the next season. The Huskies at Husky Park are divided into five different teams: A-team, B-team, C-team, D-team, and E-team. These teams help ensure that every dog gets enough rest throughout the week. Before creating the team lists, a decision must be made about which dogs will retire. At Husky Park, dogs usually run until they are 10–12 years old, depending on their health and endurance. After that, they retire. During the summer, we begin searching for a retirement home for them. Our goal is to find each retired dog a loving person and a forever home where they can continue their life. We only look for retirement homes in Finland. If a suitable home is not found, retired dogs can stay at the park, for example, in the Meet & Greet area, where they enjoy daily attention and cuddles from visitors.
Snow-free season activities1.6. – 30.11.
In June, we will open the doors of Husky Park again and offer snow-free season activities: Husky Visiting Package, Hiking With Huskies, Midnight Hiking & Husky Meet & Greet. Additionally, at the end of summer / in autumn, we will start offering husky rides with summer carts: Jenga 500m & Thrilling Ride 1km. You can book your activity on our website. If you don’t find a suitable time, feel free to contact us by email at office@huskypark.fi.
Welcome to Husky Park’s blog! At our Husky Park, we host many influencers with whom we collaborate. In this blog post, we will introduce the influencers from the 2024-2025 season who have created magical social media content and had unforgettable experiences with our husky friends.
LAURA KOROZSI
My name is Laura Körözsi, a 23-year-old Dutch content creator and owner of Travels.lau, where I share travel tips and experiences with my audience. I work as a security guard, and two years ago, I became a freelancer, collaborating with various companies to create engaging and visually appealing content
The influencer visited us at the end of January when the frost was severe! Despite the freezing temperatures, the visit went wonderfully. Laura met Soturi at the Husky Meet & Greet and instantly fell in love with him! Soturi was at his best, rolling onto his back at Laura’s feet to receive some belly rubs. Beautiful Lapland showed its magic despite the cold, and oh, how stunning the blue hues painted the sky in the middle of the husky ride! And guess what? Laura loved Soturi so much that she came back to see him again!
We’re The Merrimans, a two-dad family navigating the wonderful chaos of parenting twins! Savannah and Theodore, our adventurous 5-year-olds, keep us on our toes as we explore the world together. From everyday moments to big adventures, we love making memories as a family, embracing the joys and challenges of parenting with love, laughter, and a sense of adventure!
The Merrimans, this lovely family, visited us in November 2024. First, they go to Husky Meet & Greet, where they see our adorable Huskies like Ronaldo! And oh my gosh, November hit us badly and gave us a few days of rain and a few minus degrees. As a combination, we got a very slippery Meet & Greet, almost a skating rink! But The Merrimans made it! And no one had a broken ankle. After The Husky Meet & Greet, we go to Husky Ride. We don’t have enough snow in November to do Husky rides with sled, so we have summer carriages. So the Merrimans got to feel the speed with Huskies and wheels.
We are Italian photographers and videographers exploring the world, sharing our adventures through photos, videos, and engaging stories. We provide travel experiences, tips, and inspiration, turning our passion for exploration into authentic and captivating content.
Mennucci Cristiano visited us in January 2025. Lapland showed its best as we enjoyed perfect weather while spending time with the huskies and capturing content. Cristiano flew a drone over the park, skillfully capturing the breathtaking experience in stunning video and photo material. Cristiano immaortalized in his pictures Keira & Shamaani. If you want to see how amazing reels with drone he created, you can check that here.
Hi! I’m Lauren, a travel content creator living in the UK in London. Recently I visited Husky Park in Rovaniemi, Lapland- and I had the most incredible time! The huskies were so well cared for, and it was such a great experience getting to go behind the scenes and meet them. I can highly recommend this experience to anybody visiting Lapland soon!
Lauren Kriby visited us in February 2025. The weather was nice and chilly and snow filled the trees! They joined the Husky Meet & Greet and got to meet our one-year-old puppies who were filled with energy. She, with her companion filmed a lovely tiktok about her visit and the Huksy Meet & Greet telling about her experience with us.
Exploring Lapland with Husky Park Finland: A Family Adventure on a Budget Hello! I’m Daisy, aka Muddle Through Mummy, where I share our family’s adventures, travel tips, and ways to make memories without breaking the bank.Recently, we had the fantastic opportunity to collaborate with Husky Park Finland on our family trip to Lapland.
How the Collaboration Came About I’m always very selective about the collaborations I take on, as I only want to share experiences that feel genuine and truly align with our family’s interests. When we were planning our trip to Lapland to visit Santa Claus Village—one of the region’s top attractions—I knew Husky Park Finland was an absolute must-see. So, I reached out to them directly to see if they’d be interested in working together. In exchange for the gifted husky ride experience, we agreed to share our experience as well as offer a special discount to my followers. It was a perfect fit because not only would we get to share something we were already planning on doing, but it also allowed me to offer value to my followers—helping them plan a magical, budget-friendly, trip to Lapland.
Our Husky Adventure in Lapland The husky rides at Husky Park Finland were without a doubt the highlight of our trip. The kids were so excited to meet the huskies and experience the thrill of being pulled on a sled through the snowy Finnish landscape. The dogs were absolutely beautiful, and you could tell how well they were cared for. The ride itself was a perfect balance of excitement and serenity, gliding through the snow-covered forests and feeling like we were in a real-life winter fairy tale. What made the experience even more special was how interactive it was. We got to meet the huskies up close, learn about their training, and understand the important role they play in the park. It wasn’t just a ride—it was an educational adventure for the whole family.
Why This Collaboration Was So Meaningful I love collaborations that feel authentic, and this one was definitely a natural fit. We were already planning to visit Santa Claus Village and Lapland, and Husky Park Finland was a key part of that experience. By reaching out to them, I was able to offer my followers, a chance to experience the same magic with a special discount—making this incredible family adventure more accessible for everyone. If you’re planning a family trip to Lapland, I can’t recommend Husky Park Finland enough. It’s the perfect activity for families, offering fun, adventure, and an opportunity to learn about these amazing animals in a beautiful setting.
I’m Irma Masood, a passionate traveler, storyteller, and restaurateur based in Budapest. Originally from Pakistan, I’ve been living here for the past five years, running my own restaurant with dedication and love. Traveling is my escape and inspiration—I make it a priority to explore a new destination every month, capturing the beauty of each place through my lens and turning those moments into meaningful stories.@irmameetstheworld is where I bring my travel stories to life, sharing glimpses of my adventures, the cultures I experience, and the moments that inspire me. Whether I’m curating flavors in my restaurant or exploring the world, I find joy in creating experiences that connect people through food and storytelling.
Irma visited us in the begining of March. She joined the Husky Meet & Greet and after that the Husky Ride! She enjoyed her time giving treats to the Huskies in the Meet & Greet and showing her curiosity by asking about our Huskies. She created a beautiful reel about her experience and posted Instagram stories talking about how her visit went and provided information for her followers about what she learned on her visit!
If you’re interested in collaborating with us, we warmly welcome all applications! Please send us an email atoffice@huskypark.fi.
Make sure to attach your media kit so we can see which social media platforms you use, your follower count, and engagement data from your posts. We strive to offer something for everyone, but please note that our winter season is particularly busy—so be sure to reach out to us in advance.
We also offer collaboration opportunities for influencers during the snow-free season!
Welcome to Husky Park’s blog! Today we jump in and see what our days consist of! The typical day at Husky Park depends on the season. Now we take a look at winter season day!
Good morning fur-friends
In winter, the days start with warm meat soup. Then we start cleaning the kennels, and in the meantime, we will also give huskies some love and cuddles. Some of them require more love and affection, and others, for example, Soturi, who loves belly rubs!
Choose the teams
After morning soup, cleaning, and hugs, it’s time to choose the teams, which are running. If we asked the dogs, they would be running pretty much all at the time, but our job is to keep track of how much the dogs have run and when it’s time to take a day off. When we start getting the dogs from the kennels it gets loud! 😀 Dogs are very excited, and they are like shouting: “pick me, pick me”.
Let’s open the doors
We can open the doors when the teams are ready and all the employees are in the proper working places. Our guides can work in ticket sales, Kammi, Husky Meet & Greet, Husky rides, or office. All our employees are customer service workers, so you will see us all in the Park! Well, what can you do in these workplaces?
At the ticket sales, guides play a key role in welcoming all visitors, including individual guests and groups, ensuring they feel immediately at ease. Their first task is to confirm pre-booked activities, ensuring customers arrive at the correct time and place. Our guide sends visitors to the appropriate locations with clear and friendly communication. It explains any rules or guidelines for behavior, such as proper conduct in the parking area, to ensure a smooth and organized experience. In addition to these responsibilities, the guides handle ticket sales and payments, efficiently assisting walk-in guests and those with prior reservations. They also provide information about the range of activities and services available, answer any questions, and offer recommendations to help customers make the most of their visit. The guides ensure that the first point of contact sets a positive tone for the entire experience through their professionalism and welcoming approach.
Kammi is like a hut with fire. In Kammi, our guide tells the groups information about Husky Park, activities, and the dogs. Before the groups come, our guides have to check that there is warm juice and enough cookies. In addition to this, the guide has to put fire in there and keep it up all day. The guide does not have to be alone in Kammi. Our mascot, Batman, is hanging there with the guide! And when we don’t have groups in the Kammi, you will find our Kammi guide and Batman in the front yard! They welcome you to the Husky Park!
Husky Meet & Greet has fenced areas where our guide releases dogs to run freely. Visitors can pet them, feed them, and play with them. During a Husky Meet & Greet, the guide plays a crucial role in ensuring the experience is enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved. The guide must have an understanding of our dogs, including their individual personalities and behaviors, and handle the dogs effectively and confidently. The guide also acts as a host for the visitors, assisting them as they interact with the Siberian Huskies. This includes helping guests approach the dogs safely, ensuring they feel at ease, and creating opportunities for meaningful connections. A key part of the guide’s role is taking or facilitating photos, ensuring that visitors leave with great memories of their time spent with the dogs.
In Husky rides, our guides are drivers. First and foremost, they must assemble the team by carefully selecting the right dogs for the job. This involves understanding the unique personalities, strengths, and roles of each dog to place them in the appropriate positions within the team. For example, lead dogs must be intelligent, while the wheel dogs near the sled provide strength.
Additionally, the guides must know how to steer and drive the sled, as well as instruct customers both before and during the ride to ensure safety and a smooth experience. Throughout the day, the guide also monitors the dogs in their team: observing how well they run, how they are feeling, and making adjustments to their positions when needed. If a dog shows signs of fatigue, the guide replaces it with another dog and allows it to rest.
To make the adventure complete, the guide captures an unforgettable memory of the customers after the ride—a photograph that ties the entire package together.
The office is where a dedicated team works behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. Staff members in the office handle group bookings, working closely with clients to provide suitable time slots for their activities. They also manage the overall booking schedule for the season, striving to create the most efficient and balanced timetable possible to accommodate all guests and events seamlessly. In addition to coordinating bookings, the office is home to marketing and social media specialists who ensure that Husky Park’s online presence is engaging and up-to-date. They manage the Park’s social media accounts, marketing campaigns, and website, keeping them fresh, informative, and visually appealing. These team members also double as photographers, venturing into the forest on sunny days to capture stunning images of the huskies. The office team is also responsible for handling collaboration requests and working with partners.
It is important not to forget the key members of our team, the Main Guides. They serve as immediate supervisors and are there to support and assist the teams. If a guide needs help, the Main Guide is always ready to step in. In addition, they have more extensive experience working in the Park and are not afraid to confidently take on any task. They are responsible for scheduling shifts and organizing the Park’s daily operations to support teamwork further.
Eating time!
In the afternoon, we start feeding our fur-friends. One of the employees makes food ready into a large container, and then we will proceed one fence at a time through the entire Park. Each dog gets its own cup, where we are dispensing food. Before we give the dogs the food, they must come to wait at the door and calm down. Then we putt the cups on the ground and the dogs have to sit down and look at our eyes. After that, they get their food 🙂
We give our fur-friends good quality food. Our dogs eat mainly raw food, which is the best for them. Dogs are carnivores, and they should eat like carnivores to feel good. This means that it should, as far as possible, eat the type of food it would eat in the wild – raw meat, organs, bones, and vegetables. We watch how the dogs eat, their appetite, and how much they run in the sled, and based on this, we change the portion size accordingly. We give our dogs food once a day and we provide all dogs with their own size food 🙂
Good night fur-friends
When the doors of Husky Park are closed, all the dogs are in their homes and fed, our day is complete. All our guides help prepare everything for the next day, including taking meat out to thaw, setting up the Husky rides area, and tidying up the premises.
Good night fur-friends, see you tomorrow <3
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