Although sled dog racing is considered the main form of mushing, its practice is also developing as a recreational hobby. It is then a winter activity that offers a healthy sporting exercise in nature. It must be practiced in compliance with the regulations relating to the penetration of dogs into the Jura’s protected areas where they are only allowed from July 1 to December 14, on condition that they are kept on a leash or harnessed (mushing and canine hitches).