Introductory Session

Your introduction session will include an introduction to mantrailing theory, followed by learning how to safely handle a longline. For both of these exercises, the dogs will be waiting in the cars, so please make sure your vehicle is set up for your dog to rest safely in, and that your dog is toileted and comfortable. If your dog isn't used to waiting in the car, we would suggest bringing someone to sit with them, as it will be necessary for them to wait in the vehicle between trails as well.

The vehicles will not be left unattended at any point. Be aware that Mantrailing is a sport for all dogs, and not all dogs want to be interacted with (by dogs or humans!), so please give other participants their space.

After the theory and line handling, we will move onto your first trails!

You will learn to handle your dog on a trail, and you will have a chance to try trail laying for other teams.

We will rotate through handlers and trail layers.

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Please bring with you the following :
- A long line (7-10m is ideal )
- well fitted, non-restricive harness for your dog (Y type)
- 6 pots, containing a high reward (ideally wet) treat for your dog (cat food and tinned fish is popular)
- highly worn item of your clothing, in a zip lock bag ( a t-shirt or hat is ideal - feel free to leave stinky socks at home lol )
- your regular training treats
- weather - appropriate gear for yourself and your dog (including sturdy footwear for you)
- gloves if your dog is likely to be a strong puller
- poo bags, water for your dog and yourself and snacks for yourself

 

Unfortunately we don't have a spare harness yet but longline we have plenty, please let us know ahead of the session and we will endeavour to bring one to lend!

 

Cancellations
- Bookings are non refundable if you cannot attend the session for any reason. 
- You may transfer to another person if you find you cannot attend the scheduled session.
- If the session is postponed or canceled by the organiser (us) you will be able to transfer your booking to another available session, or be eligible for a refund
- By booking on to this session, you are agreeing to the terms outlined above.

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