Canine Adventures

20/02/2025

Just had to share this picture of Ollie 😂 he stayed with me for a day so his pawrents could enjoy a day away.

And he of course helped me with the chores at the yard!!

I think he wants to be a yard dog now 😂

19/02/2025

🐾 Unleash the Fun with Your Furry Best Friend!🐾

Join us for our exciting Dog Play Workshop and discover the secrets to creating truly joyful playtime experiences! We'll help you understand your dog's unique play style, learn new games and activities, and strengthen your bond through positive interaction.

✨ What you'll learn: ✨

* Decode your dog's body language during play.
* Building and harnessing play drjve.
* using play for confidence building.
* Address common play-related challenges.

➡️ Limited spots available! Sign up today:

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33265957&appointmentType=74594867

18/02/2025

🐾 Unlock Your Dog’s Nose Power: Introduction to Scentwork Block! 🐾

Does your dog love to sniff and explore the world around them? Why not turn that natural talent into a fun and rewarding activity? Join our Introduction to Scentwork Block and discover the amazing world of canine scent detection!

What is Scentwork?
Scentwork taps into your dog’s incredible sense of smell, teaching them to find and indicate specific scents. It’s not just an exciting challenge—it’s also a great way to strengthen your bond and build confidence in your dog.

In this block, you’ll learn:
✅ How to introduce scent detection to your dog.
✅ Fun and effective training techniques.
✅ How to read your dog’s unique scenting signals.
✅ Games and exercises to keep your dog engaged and motivated.

Scentwork is perfect for dogs of all breeds, ages, and abilities—whether you have a shy pup needing a confidence boost or an energetic dog who thrives on mental stimulation.

📅 Dates: 09.03.,16.03.,23.03., 30.03., 06.04., 13.04.
⏰ Time: 5.30pm
📍 Location: Wellbank, Dundee
💰 Cost: £135 - including starter kit

Limited spaces are available so book your spot today and let your dog’s nose lead the way!

BOOK NOW: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33265957&appointmentType=68027752

09/02/2025

She is growing up soo fast!! Got some more pictures done with and they turned out so well again!! As Frida decided to be a nightmare that day 😂

07/02/2025

Tired of tug-of-war on walks with your dog?
Join our Loose Lead Walking Workshop and learn how to enjoy peaceful and enjoyable strolls with your furry friend.

In this workshop, you'll discover:
* Training techniques to encourage loose lead walking.
* Practical exercises to practice with your dog in a supportive environment.
* Personalized guidance to address your specific challenges.

Saturday 8th February, 11am. Camperdown, Dundee.

Limited spots available, with an exclusive discount for Honest Hounds members! Send us a message for more information or book now:

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33265957&appointmentType=72406832

04/02/2025

🔥 Introduction to Sports Obedience with Stacey Robinson from Revolution K9! 🔥

Looking to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? Whether you’re interested in competition or just want to sharpen your dog’s focus and precision, this 2-hour workshop is the perfect starting point!

Join Stacey Robinson from as she introduces the fundamentals of sports obedience—a dynamic and rewarding style of training that builds engagement, drive, and reliability.

📅 Date: 22.02.
📍 Location: Dundee
⏰ Time: 3.30pm
💰 Cost: £35

This workshop is ideal for handlers who want to improve their training techniques, develop clearer communication, and lay the foundation for advanced obedience work. Whether you’re aiming for competition or just love training, you don’t want to miss this!

📢 Limited spots available!
Book now- link in bio

04/02/2025

🔥 Introduction to Sports Obedience with Stacey Robinson from Revolution K9! 🔥

Looking to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? Whether you’re interested in competition or just want to sharpen your dog’s focus and precision, this 2-hour workshop is the perfect starting point!

Join Stacey Robinson from Revolution K9 as she introduces the fundamentals of sports obedience—a dynamic and rewarding style of training that builds engagement, drive, and reliability.

📅 Date: 22.02.
📍 Location: Dundee
⏰ Time: 3.30pm
💰 Cost: £35

This workshop is ideal for handlers who want to improve their training techniques, develop clearer communication, and lay the foundation for advanced obedience work. Whether you’re aiming for competition or just love training, you don’t want to miss this!

📢 Limited spots available!
Book now: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33265957&appointmentType=73944513

03/02/2025

‼️Fully Booked ‼️

🐶 Scentwork Troubleshooting Session 🐶

After the competition sold out in no time I got for you another exciting opportunity for the weekend with Stacey Robinson Revolution K9onk9_ .

She is going to do a Scentwork session Friday evening at the Dundee Doggy Daycare for anyone who has done Scentwork before. We will be working with Clove as scent.

Spaces will be limited.

You can book through the link in my bio.

Any questions?
Don’t hesitate to ask!

03/02/2025

🐶 Scentwork Troubleshooting Session 🐶

After the competition sold out in no time I got for you another exciting opportunity for the weekend with Stacey Robinson from Revolution K9.

She is going to do a Scentwork session Friday evening at the Dundee Doggy Daycare for anyone who has done Scentwork before. We will be working with Clove as scent.

Spaces will be limited.

You can book through this link:

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=33265957&appointmentType=73923109

Any questions?
Don’t hesitate to ask!

29/01/2025

Bev is finally taking the leap, she is based up North Aberdeenshire!

Building Bonds one paw at a time!! 🐾
1 to 1 Training Sessions
Scent work
Social walks
Neutral Walks

27/01/2025

I know I have been quiet on social media, but you know how they say if it rains it pours?! Yeah that’s my life right now.

I m okay, all the animals are okay, and that’s all that matters. Everything else will be worked out, so my apologies if I m a bit slower than usual with answering and posting!

23/01/2025

I got this answer and similar answers from MP’s I wrote an email too.

And quite frankly I m sick of people pushing their agenda through under the pretence or Animal Welfare!!

Banning specific tools is not going to change anything in the welfare of dogs!!

This was my response to his email:

Hello Mr Marra,

I congratulate you on your commitment to animal welfare! As I am a huge advocate for it myself. I help out as a foster and rehabilitate dogs that didn’t have the right, educated start in live.

I just want you consider 1 thing for me, who says a specific tool is less cruel then another? What about all the evidence about the long term impacts of harnesses and flat collars to dogs? More and more studies show the huge impact on the whole muscular structure of the dogs through the continuous restriction of movement through harnesses, which leads to painful long term illness. Is that a more acceptable cruelty than a slip lead? Is putting a dog to sleep because it developed aggression through the pain a more acceptable cruelty?

I think you should think about what you define as cruel, cause I think the biggest cruelty we have in the dog world is uneducated humans, and that won’t change when we ban a bunch of tools.

How about actual requirements about dog ownership? Having to actually show knowledge before being able to have a dangerous animal in your house that is capable of severely injuring and killing humans…

I am aware you might never read this email or understand what I am saying, but I had to say something cause just because something is meant well doesn’t mean it’s well informed or done right.

Change needs to happen but it needs to happen right. Have you noticed no one is saying anything about the actual bill itself? No one complains about having to register dogs before selling?

We want change! But having to put more dogs to sleep, and more humans in danger because we can’t rehabilitate them is not the change we want.

Thank you if you have read this email.

Kind regards,
Kira Lutter

There is so much more to say about this… why do we put dogs discomfort above human life?

20/01/2025

I have already written to all 8 MP’s, as I do want a change in dog welfare, but this will end with more suffering instead of less!

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 ‘𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞’

There is a new bill going through parliament this week with these amendments to be added into the animal welfare act:

“whether the acquirer is committed to preventing unnecessary suffering and ensuring the welfare of the dog (for example, by not using any device which applies an electric current to the dog's skin)”

“whether the acquirer is committed to training the dog in a safe and healthy manner which ensures the welfare of the dog”

“whether the acquirer is committed to preventing unnecessary suffering and ensuring the welfare of the dog (for example, by not using prong or choke collars) “

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲:

The legal wording could easily be construed in such a way to cover martingales and slip leads; the tighten function is exactly what some dogs need who are a flight risk or a risk to others. It means that we then can’t then rehabilitate these dogs because we can’t use tools to keep them safe - the direct implications for rehabilitating challenging dogs are significant.

Vague Wording

The phrases "preventing unnecessary suffering" and "training in a safe and healthy manner" are open to interpretation. This ambiguity is the core problem. What one person considers "unnecessary suffering" or "safe" might differ from another's view, especially regarding training tools.

Focus on Application , Not Tools

The amendments seem to focus on specific tools (e.g., e-collars, prong collars, choke collars) rather than the application of those tools. Any tool can be misused, including flat collars and harnesses. The issue isn't the tool itself but the knowledge and skill of the person using it.

Impact on Rehabilitation

Tools like slip leads and martingales and ecollars when used correctly by experienced professionals, are essential for managing and rehabilitating dogs with specific behavioral issues, particularly those who are flight risks or pose a danger to others.
Banning these tools could severely limit the ability to effectively address these issues, potentially leading to worse outcomes for the dogs, such as euthanasia.

Unintended Consequences

The wording could also inadvertently impact other training methods that involve any form of pressure or restriction, even if applied humanely. This could have a chilling effect on training practices in general.

Lack of Scientific Basis

There's a lack of robust scientific evidence demonstrating that all uses of these tools inherently cause unnecessary suffering when used by qualified professionals. Much of the debate is based on emotional arguments rather than empirical data. The dog training aides report from the Scottish Animal Welfare Council (paid for by the taxpayer) has not yet been published - this new bill preempts that release.

Potential Solutions & Recommendations

The legislation needs to be rewritten with much more precise and objective language. Instead of focusing on banning specific tools, it should focus on defining acceptable training practices based on scientific evidence and animal welfare principles.

Exemptions for Qualified Professionals

The legislation should include clear exemptions for qualified professionals (e.g., certified behaviorists, veterinary behaviorists) to use these tools when necessary for specific behavioral cases.

Consultation with Experts

It's crucial to consult with experienced and qualified animal behaviorists, veterinarians, and other experts in the field to ensure the legislation is based on sound scientific principles and doesn't have unintended negative consequences for animal welfare.
By focusing on competency, regulation, and evidence-based practices, rather than simply banning tools, the legislation can better protect animal welfare while still allowing professionals to use appropriate methods for challenging cases.

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗼

Write to your 8 local MSPs very soon (they are in parliament about this on Thursday) you’ll find who your local ones are here:

https://www.parliament.scot/msps

Remember this is not just about ecollars this is about training methods and what tools trainers, rescue workers and vets can and can’t use. This is a misguided and quick attempt by a young politician to gain points by looking like he cares about puppies. He’s unaware of the bigger consequences of his actions.

14/01/2025

🐾 Discover the Thrill of Mantrailing with Your Dog! 🐾

Looking for a new adventure to share with your four-legged friend? Join us for an Introduction to Mantrailing Workshop and uncover the incredible tracking abilities of your dog!

Mantrailing is an exciting and inclusive activity where your dog learns to follow a human scent trail. It’s perfect for all breeds, ages, and abilities—and it’s a fantastic way to build a stronger bond with your dog while having fun together.

What to Expect:
• Learn the basics of mantrailing in a relaxed, supportive environment.
• See your dog light up as they tap into their natural instincts.
• Work one-on-one with experienced instructor who will guide you every step of the way.

No prior training or experience is needed, and all dogs are welcome! Whether you have a high-energy pup in need of a new challenge or a dog who loves to sniff out adventure, mantrailing is the perfect outlet.

📅 Date: 1.2.2025
⏰ Time: 11 am
📍 Location: Camperdown, Golfers Car Park
💰 Cost: £55

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

📩 To book follow the link in my bio

14/01/2025

🐾 Discover the Thrill of Mantrailing with Your Dog! 🐾

Looking for a new adventure to share with your four-legged friend? Join us for an Introduction to Mantrailing Workshop and uncover the incredible tracking abilities of your dog!

Mantrailing is an exciting and inclusive activity where your dog learns to follow a human scent trail. It’s perfect for all breeds, ages, and abilities—and it’s a fantastic way to build a stronger bond with your dog while having fun together.

What to Expect:
• Learn the basics of mantrailing in a relaxed, supportive environment.
• See your dog light up as they tap into their natural instincts.
• Work one-on-one with experienced instructor who will guide you every step of the way.

No prior training or experience is needed, and all dogs are welcome! Whether you have a high-energy pup in need of a new challenge or a dog who loves to sniff out adventure, mantrailing is the perfect outlet.

📅 Date: 1.2.2025
⏰ Time: 11 am
📍 Location: Camperdown, Golfers Car Park
💰 Cost: £55

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

📩 To book just follow the link:

https://canine-adventure-tails.square.site/mantrailing-introduction