Introducing Mia, the 2026 We Energies ‘ambassadog’
Mamma Mia, here we go again! A record number of dog lovers voted to make Mia the next We Energies safe digging “ambassadog.” More than 30,000 votes were cast in this year’s contest.
Mia will be the star of a yearlong social media campaign designed to remind people to call 811 at least three days before they dig. She’ll also be featured on digital billboards across Milwaukee County on National Safe Digging Day, Tuesday, Aug. 11 (8/11).
**Media can download video and pictures of Mia here**
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When she’s not digging, the 8-year-old husky mix from Muskego loves running zoomies with her favorite mitten, shopping with her mom, snuggling cats, doing scent training and participating in 5k events to support working K9s.
Mia is the 12th We Energies safe digging ambassadog. The company started the program more than a decade ago to help spread the important message about calling 811 before you dig.
About 811
Digging can be dangerous if you don’t call 811 at least three days in advance. Whether you’re planting a garden or installing a fence, knowing the location of underground utilities helps keep you and your family safe. Contacting Diggers Hotline is easy, it’s free and it’s the law.
