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Have you been thinking about turning your passion for Mantrailing into a profession? Perhaps you've been Mantrailing with your own dog for a while and love it so much that you've started wondering what it would be like to teach other people Or maybe you're already working with dogs and looking for something new to add to your existing business. But how do you actually become a Mantrailing Instructor? Let's take a look. What Does a Mantrailing Instructor Actually Do? Before th

When you're having a great Mantrailing session, it can be tempting to keep going. Your dog is keen, your trails have been a success, and your adrenaline and dopamine have well and truly kicked in. So you think: 'Just one more trail...' But knowing when to stop is an important part of Mantrailing too. Why Are Breaks between trails Important in Mantrailing? Breaks between trails aren't just simply about giving your dog a rest. They're important for both the dog and handler. Man

If you’re thinking about becoming a Mantrailing instructor, you’ve probably come across plenty of courses that promise to get you qualified. But there’s an important question you should ask before booking: How do you know that completing the course means you’re actually ready and confident in your ability to teach? Because there’s a big difference between completing training and demonstrating competence. The Online pathway of our Mantrailing Global Instructor Course is design

Every Mantrailing trail creates its own unique scent picture, and the weather is one of the factors that can influence what your dog experiences. Your dog is working with human odour that's constantly being released, moving through and interacting with the environment, and weather can have a major influence on how that scent behaves. Wind, temperature, humidity, rain, sunlight and even snow can all affect how scent is carried, dispersed, collected and retained. This means tha

If you've spent any time around Mantrailing Global, you've probably heard us say the phrase: 'No start, no trail.' It's a very simple concept: if your dog isn't motivated to find and start the trail, there is no trail. Before your dog can solve scent problems, work through contamination, navigate challenging environments or make confident decisions, they first need to actually want to do the job. We need to create motivation, right from the start. Why Motivation Is Important

Three beginner mentoring mistakes almost everyone makes: 1. Rushing the start - Give your dog time to process the scent before moving. Quick fix: Slow down at the scent article to ensure they target sniff accurately & allow time for the dog to make a decision on a direct of travel before following them. 2. Talking too much - Constant cues can distract your dog from using their nose. Quick Fix: Stay quiet to allow the dog to focus better without distraction. 3. Not trusting

This month's blog is about why you really should start Mantrailing with your smaller breed of dog. There is no reason they can't get...

Owning a reactive dog can definitely be tough. It’s hard to just enjoy a walk without constantly worrying about whether your dog is going...

When people start Mantrailing with their dogs, a common question we get is, “Will this undo all the training I’ve done so far?” The short...

Why are we so excited to get puppies started with Mantrailing? Because it’s such a fantastic way for them to burn off energy, build...

We had the chance to chat with Sarah from My Anxious Dog UK about her journey in mantrailing with her sweet but anxious Cocker Spaniel,...

Owning a nervous dog can be really tough. It’s not just stressful for your dog, but it can also feel isolating for you as an owner....

For many dog owners, getting started in Mantrailing is all about having fun with their dog. But for others, it’s a chance to offer their...

While the primary focus of Mantrailing is not behaviour modification, it can certainly help address some common behavioural issues....

What’s the Difference Between Tracking and Mantrailing? There’s definitely a difference between tracking and Mantrailing! Tracking, like...

The reward at the end of the trail can be just about anything your dog loves! Does your dog go wild for a game with their favourite toy...