Try it - you just might like it.
Dogwood is indeed a very dense hard wood. It has been used to make tools for ages. Planes, mallets, loom pieces, spindles, etc. It wears well.
It can be a bit plain in the grain. You may find an uninspiring piece of wood. However, you may find a treasure in a log.
As suggested dogwood turns well.
If you have some experiment with it. Carbide cutting tools if you have them should make flat work easier.
I have several dogwood trunks drying and will eagerly take more as they come available. Understand what you're getting into and hone your skills and tools to make the experience more enjoyable.