The Creative Canine

The Creative Canine Leading Scentwork & Scent Sports trainer, Annan
Transforming dogs lives through Scentwork. Training classes & 1:1
Kids Around Dogs Approved Professional

One of the many things I love about Scentwork is the way it changes the relationship between you and your dog.When you g...
19/11/2025

One of the many things I love about Scentwork is the way it changes the relationship between you and your dog.

When you give them the space to search, you start to see their natural skills come to life.
Their nose takes over, their body softens, and you can almost watch their confidence grow with every little ‘find’.

You’re not pulling them along or telling them what to do.
You’re simply working beside them, learning their signals, trusting their choices and letting them show you what they’re capable of. That’s where the real bond comes in.

It’s a quiet sort of teamwork. A shared moment where you both feel understood.
And once you’ve felt that connection during a search, it tends to carry over into everything else; walks, training, daily life.

If you’ve experienced that shift through Scentwork, you’ll know exactly what I mean.

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Something new is starting in January… Find It! Foundations on Thursday evenings.If you have a dog who enjoys sniffing th...
17/11/2025

Something new is starting in January… Find It! Foundations on Thursday evenings.

If you have a dog who enjoys sniffing their way through the world, this class gives them a chance to use that skill in a calm, structured way. We’ll be starting at Chapelknowe Village Hall and, as the dogs grow in confidence,(and the days get longer) we’ll move on to other venues so they can search in different environments.

• Chapelknowe Village Hall
• Thursdays at 6:30pm
• 4-week rolling blocks
• Beginner friendly, small group, relaxed and supportive.

We’ll build solid foundations, help the dogs learn to search with focus, and give them something that really works their brain without overwhelming them.

If you’d like to join the January block, just pop me a message and we’ll get you booked on ☺️

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Sometimes the week feels full-on, doesn’t it?As we head into the weekend, I’m reminding myself, and you, that it’s compl...
14/11/2025

Sometimes the week feels full-on, doesn’t it?

As we head into the weekend, I’m reminding myself, and you, that it’s completely fine to slow down a little.

Whether you’re out exploring with your dogs, pottering at home, or catching up with friends and family, I hope you find a bit of space to breathe and enjoy the small moments.

Have a lovely weekend, whatever you’re up to.

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Today was all about helping children learn how to stay safe and confident around dogs.I spent the day at two local schoo...
13/11/2025

Today was all about helping children learn how to stay safe and confident around dogs.

I spent the day at two local schools, delivering four safety talks for pupils from P1 right through to P7. The children were brilliant, full of questions, stories and enthusiasm.

It’s always lovely to see how interested they are and how much they want to learn. Helping children understand how to behave safely and kindly around dogs makes such a difference, for them and for the dogs they meet.

If your school or community group would like to arrange a talk on dog safety, feel free to get in touch.

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12/11/2025

Some lovely breakthroughs in scent sport class tonight ✨

Willow found her drive to go out and retrieve a catnip toy! This is something she’s never done before; she’d usually trot out, have a look, maybe give it a nudge, then turn to her guardian as if to say “it’s there if you want it!” 🤣

And Charlie, who has found Scent Match quite a challenge, really turned a corner too. He often gets frustrated and bats or paws the boxes, but tonight we tried a slightly different approach and he indicated beautifully, without a single paw involved!

Time, patience, and a bit of creative thinking can make all the difference.

Helping the dogs find their confidence and truly understand what’s being asked is where the magic happens.

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A little behind the scenes from today…It’s been a full day of study as I finish year 2 of my behaviour course 🥳 just one...
11/11/2025

A little behind the scenes from today…

It’s been a full day of study as I finish year 2 of my behaviour course 🥳 just one more to go!

There’s been plenty of reading, thinking, reflecting, a fair bit of coffee and a few biscuits too (and yes I did eat all of the selection available! 🤣)

Ongoing learning is such an important part of what I do. It helps me keep growing, stay up to date, and support the dogs and people I work with in the best way I can.

Now it’s time to let my brain rest for a bit before starting again tomorrow.

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Something a little different to share this week…I’m now offering gift vouchers! 🎁They can be for any of my services; whe...
10/11/2025

Something a little different to share this week…

I’m now offering gift vouchers! 🎁

They can be for any of my services; whether it’s a one-to-one session, a class, a workshop or for a set amount so the lucky recipient can choose what suits them best.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift for a dog loving friend or family member, this could be just the thing.

It’s a lovely way to support someone’s training journey, try something new, or simply have some fun together with their dog.

If you’d like to know more or order a voucher, just pop me a message.

Feel free to share this post for others to see, you never know you may get one for yourself 😉

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07/11/2025

A day to refill our cups 🥰

We spent today wandering through Galloway Forest, short walks, quiet moments and time to simply be.

It’s amazing how much a little pause can reset you, both physically and emotionally.

And it’s the same for our dogs. They need those slower, steady days too; time to breathe, sniff and just exist alongside us.

When was the last time you both took a proper pause?

07/11/2025

Sometimes you just need a day to step away and refill your cup 🥰

Today we took some time out; a little road trip through Galloway Forest, stopping for short walks, quiet moments and a few photo opportunities for my hubby. It was exactly what we needed.

Taking a break, slowing down and simply being out in nature helps you reset, physically and emotionally.

It’s no different for our dogs. They also benefit from slower days, gentle walks, and time to just take in the world at their own pace.
Not every day needs to be full of training or activity. Sometimes a calm, steady day together does far more good than we realise.

When was the last time you took a proper pause, for you and your dog?

Sometimes you just need a day to step away and refill your cup 🥰Today we took some time out; a little road trip through ...
07/11/2025

Sometimes you just need a day to step away and refill your cup 🥰

Today we took some time out; a little road trip through Galloway Forest, stopping for short walks, quiet moments and a few photo opportunities for my hubby. It was exactly what we needed.

Taking a break, slowing down and simply being out in nature helps you reset, physically and emotionally.

It’s no different for our dogs. They also benefit from slower days, gentle walks, and time to just take in the world at their own pace.
Not every day needs to be full of training or activity. Sometimes a calm, steady day together does far more good than we realise.

When was the last time you took a proper pause, for you and your dog?

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Something a bit special is about to begin here…..One of my dogs is starting their Scent Support journey; a 12-week progr...
06/11/2025

Something a bit special is about to begin here…..

One of my dogs is starting their Scent Support journey; a 12-week programme that uses scentwork to help dogs manage big emotions like worry, anxiousness, frustration or over-excitement.

Each week builds on the last, giving dogs a chance to practise focus, patience and calm in a fun, rewarding way.

It’s about helping them feel calmer and more confident in situations that might normally be tricky or scary.

I won’t be taking on any more clients for this before Christmas, but the full programme will open in the New Year with limited spaces available.

If you’d like to know more or think your dog might benefit, just drop me a message and I’ll be happy to chat.

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