Sniff & Trail UK

Sniff & Trail UK Scent work, Mantrailing, Pet Gun Dog, Tracking, Puppy basics & Training
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National Puppy Day! – Give Your Puppy a Job (That’s Good for Them!)Puppies are little sponges, soaking up new experience...
23/03/2025

National Puppy Day! – Give Your Puppy a Job (That’s Good for Them!)

Puppies are little sponges, soaking up new experiences! But their joints are still growing, so we need to be mindful of how we exercise them.

That’s where scent work and mantrailing come in!

At Sniff & Trail UK, our puppy-friendly sessions:
✅ Provide low-impact mental stimulation that doesn’t strain growing joints
✅ Tire them out in a constructive way, using their brain rather than just their body
✅ Build focus, patience, and problem-solving skills from an early age
✅ Strengthen your bond as you work together as a team
✅ Lay solid foundations for training and future activities – setting them up for success as they grow!

A mentally satisfied puppy is a happy puppy! Using their nose gives them a job that fulfils them without overdoing it physically.

If you’d like to give your pup a job they’ll love, get in touch about our puppy-friendly scent work and mantrailing sessions!



🌬️ Take a sniff, Penny! 👃🐾One of the first skills we teach in mantrailing is how to take scent from an article. This is ...
15/03/2025

🌬️ Take a sniff, Penny! 👃🐾

One of the first skills we teach in mantrailing is how to take scent from an article. This is a crucial part of the game—without it, the dog wouldn’t know who they’re looking for! 🧐🐕

Here, Penny the German Shepherd puppy is still learning the ropes. Because the scent article is novel, she naturally goes in for a sniff. As she does, we calmly give her a sniff cue to help her link the action with the cue word! 🧠

Not every dog picks it up the same way - some get a little over-excited when they catch a whiff of their misper! Don’t worry, we’ve got plenty of tricks to help dogs take scent calmly and in a way that works for them. It’s all about trial and error, and finding what’s right for each individual dog. 💪🏻

✅ Taking scent properly is key to following the right trail—get this step right, and the rest is so much smoother!

Curious about how your dog would get on? We’ve still got limited intro sessions available in March and April - come and give it a go! 🐾

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me



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🚨 Mantrailing Slots Available – March & April! 🚨Fancy giving your dog a job they’ll love? 🐾 Whether you’re a seasoned tr...
13/03/2025

🚨 Mantrailing Slots Available – March & April! 🚨

Fancy giving your dog a job they’ll love? 🐾 Whether you’re a seasoned trailer or brand new and curious, we’ve got a few spaces left in our upcoming Huddersfield and Wakefield sessions!

🌿 Huddersfield Sessions:
🔸 Friday 21st March – 9.30am
🔸 Friday 4th April – 9.30am
🔸 Friday 11th April – 9.30am
🔸 Tuesday 15th April – 6.30pm (evening!)
🔸 Friday 18th April – 9.30am
🔸 Friday 25th April – 9.30am
🔸 Tuesday 29th April – 6.30pm (evening!)

🌳 Wakefield Sessions:
🔸 Saturday 19th April – 2.00pm
🔸 Monday 21st April – 6.30pm (evening!)

✨ Never trailed before? No problem! Introductory sessions can be booked on any of these dates. Please note for intros the start time will be 15 minutes earlier so we can get you and your dog set up for this amazing adventure! 🐶👃

➡️ Dro us a message for more information or book direct on the link below to grab your spot before they’re gone!

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me

Archie showing us how it’s done! 💪🐾👉 Ready ✅👉 Sniff ✅👉 Trail ✅👉 Peanut Butter ✅ (the best bit, obviously 😋)This little s...
13/03/2025

Archie showing us how it’s done! 💪🐾

👉 Ready ✅
👉 Sniff ✅
👉 Trail ✅
👉 Peanut Butter ✅ (the best bit, obviously 😋)

This little superstar always brings his A-game on the trail… especially when there’s peanut butter waiting at the end! 🤤



🚨 Mantrailing Slots Available This March! 🚨Looking for an adventure with your dog? We’ve got a few spaces left in our up...
08/03/2025

🚨 Mantrailing Slots Available This March! 🚨

Looking for an adventure with your dog? We’ve got a few spaces left in our upcoming March mantrailing sessions – grab them before they’re gone! 🐾👃

📍 Wakefield:
🐕 Monday 10th (Evening) – 2 slots available
🐕 Monday 24th (Evening) – 2 slots available

📍 Huddersfield:
🐕 Tuesday 18th (Evening) – 1 slot available
🐕 Friday 21st (Morning) – 2 slots available

Whether you’re new to mantrailing or a regular, this is a great chance to give your dog a job they’ll love! Build confidence, burn energy, and strengthen your bond through the power of scent work.

📩 Visit our website to secure your spot!

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me

Koby 🤩The true definition of a gentle giant 💕Koby joins us for mantrailing sessions regularly, and we couldn’t be proude...
22/02/2025

Koby 🤩

The true definition of a gentle giant 💕

Koby joins us for mantrailing sessions regularly, and we couldn’t be prouder of him! Having a job to focus on really helps Koby feel more at ease, allowing him to enjoy his surroundings without worry.

It’s been such a joy to watch his confidence grow over time! Huge credit to Koby’s mum for her dedication—together, they make a fantastic team!



🎯 LAST-MINUTE TRAILING OPPORTUNITY! 🎯We've had a last-minute space open up for our full-day Mantrailing Development Work...
20/02/2025

🎯 LAST-MINUTE TRAILING OPPORTUNITY! 🎯

We've had a last-minute space open up for our full-day Mantrailing Development Workshop TOMORROW! 🌟 Whether you’re looking to build your dog’s confidence, challenge their nose, or just have a brilliant day out, this is your chance!

📍 When: Tomorrow, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
🐕 Where: Huddersfield
🎯 Who’s it for? All levels welcome—tailored trails for every dog!

💨 Be quick! Message us directly or book online at: Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me

Let's get those noses working! 🐶👃✨

🚨 Last Few Mantrailing Slots for February! 🚨Fancy giving your dog a job? 🐾 Our last remaining February mantrailing sessi...
04/02/2025

🚨 Last Few Mantrailing Slots for February! 🚨

Fancy giving your dog a job? 🐾 Our last remaining February mantrailing sessions are up for grabs—perfect for both newcomers and seasoned trailers!

📅 This Friday (7th Feb) - Morning Session → 2 slots available (can be an introduction or progression)
📅 Friday 21st Feb - Full Day Workshop → 2 slots remaining
📅 Tuesday 25th Feb - Evening Session (6:30 PM) → 2 slots remaining

Whether you're looking to start your mantrailing journey or build on your dog’s skills, now’s the time to book! Check out our website to secure your spot before they go. 🎯🐶💨

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me



🐾 Happy Golden Retriever Day! 🐾Time to celebrate the golden goofballs of the dog world! 🌟 While currently we only have o...
03/02/2025

🐾 Happy Golden Retriever Day! 🐾

Time to celebrate the golden goofballs of the dog world! 🌟 While currently we only have one full Golden Retriever who trails with us - Noodle - we also have our very own Golden Retriever x Labrador, Freida! She may not have the classic golden coat (being black, she often gets mistaken for a Labrador), but she’s all heart and just as lovable. 💛🖤

Mantrailing is a fantastic way to give Golden Retrievers a job they’ll love! With their intelligence, eagerness to please, and natural scenting abilities, they take to the game brilliantly. It’s also a great confidence booster - just ask Noodle! She’s only done two sessions, but she’s already showing how much she loves the game, and we can see a real improvement in her confidence. 🎉

On Saturday we were joined by Apollo the ‘Goberian’ (Golden Retriever x Husky) for his introduction to Mantrailing - proving that Goldens and their mixes can thrive with their noses too! 🐶💨

Got a Golden Retriever who needs a job? Mantrailing or Scent Work could be their perfect match! 🕵️‍♂️🐾

We've added an extra session this week, Friday morning at 9.30am in Huddersfield!Can be intro or progression!Https://giv...
03/02/2025

We've added an extra session this week, Friday morning at 9.30am in Huddersfield!

Can be intro or progression!

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me for booking 🐾



🐾 Well done, Theo! 🐾This little Jack Russell x Pug has just completed his Introduction to Scent Work with us! 👃✨ He gave...
03/02/2025

🐾 Well done, Theo! 🐾

This little Jack Russell x Pug has just completed his Introduction to Scent Work with us! 👃✨ He gave it his all and made some great progress learning how to use his nose in a more structured way.

Next up? Mantrailing! 🎉 Theo will be joining us soon for his Mantrailing Introduction to help build up his focus outside and put those sniffing skills to work in a new environment. We can't wait to see how he gets on! 🐶💪




25/01/2025

📣 Last-Minute Availability Alert! 🐾

We have a rare physiotherapy slot available on Tuesday, 28th January at 5 PM with our incredible ACPAT chartered physiotherapist, Lisa! 💪

Whether your dog is recovering from an injury, managing arthritis, or just needs a professional check-up to keep them in tip-top shape, this is the perfect opportunity to book in. 🐕✨

📅 Don’t wait – spaces like this go quickly! Drop us a message or email to secure this appointment for your pup. Let’s keep those tails wagging and bodies moving! 🐾❤️

📨 [email protected]

🥜🐾 Happy National Peanut Butter Day! 🐾🥜Two peanut butter fiends - Archie, the Border Terrier, and Peanut, our very own G...
24/01/2025

🥜🐾 Happy National Peanut Butter Day! 🐾🥜

Two peanut butter fiends - Archie, the Border Terrier, and Peanut, our very own German Shepherd! These two are united by their love for peanut butter—and they agree it’s the ultimate reward after a hard day of sniffing and trailing. 🐶🍯

But did you know that licking peanut butter (or any safe, dog-friendly spread) has benefits beyond just being delicious?

✅ It helps release feel-good endorphins, helping dogs like Archie and Peanut relax after the excitement of a trail.

✅ Licking is also a calming activity, perfect for bringing arousal levels down and helping them wind down after using their brains and noses to the max.

✅ Plus, it’s a fun and rewarding way to keep dogs engaged, reinforcing the bond between dog and handler.

When used in moderation and as part of a balanced diet, plain peanut butter (with no added sugar, xylitol, or salt) can be a great protein-packed treat. Just be sure to check the label before sharing! 🥜✨

Does your dog love peanut butter as much as Archie and Peanut, or do they have another favorite reward? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Last minute Mantrailing slot tomorrow evening! Could also be an introduction if you want to start your Mantrailing journ...
20/01/2025

Last minute Mantrailing slot tomorrow evening! Could also be an introduction if you want to start your Mantrailing journey with us 🤩🐾

Https://giveyourdogajob.as.me for booking, or drop us a message 📨



🎉🐾 Happy National Labrador Day from Sniff and Trail UK! 🐾🎉Today, we’re celebrating the hardworking, sniff-loving Labrado...
08/01/2025

🎉🐾 Happy National Labrador Day from Sniff and Trail UK! 🐾🎉

Today, we’re celebrating the hardworking, sniff-loving Labradors who never fail to impress us with their incredible noses and boundless enthusiasm! 🐶💛

Labradors are naturals when it comes to scent work and mantrailing—born retrievers with an unparalleled drive to follow their noses. Whether they’re tracking down a hidden trail, searching for their "misper," or just enjoying the thrill of the hunt, these dogs give it their all every single time! 🕵️‍♂️🐾

We’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible Labradors who remind us why this breed is so special—loyal, clever, and always ready to get the job done. 💪

Share your Labrador stories with us! 📸 Drop a photo in the comments and tell us what makes your Lab the perfect trail buddy. Let’s celebrate their amazing skills and the joy they bring to our lives.

📢 Tag a Labrador-loving friend or fellow trailing enthusiast to spread the Lab love today!

We're having a snow day! ❄️ While it’s tempting to let your dogs frolic freely, it’s essential to keep their safety and ...
05/01/2025

We're having a snow day! ❄️ While it’s tempting to let your dogs frolic freely, it’s essential to keep their safety and comfort in mind. Here are some winter tips, especially for dogs with arthritis, injuries, or joint concerns:

1️⃣ Protect Their Paws

Snow and ice can irritate paw pads, causing cracking or cuts. Rinse paws after walks and apply a dog-friendly paw balm to soothe and protect. Check for snowballs forming between pads, which can be uncomfortable and cause slipping. Consider dog boots for extra protection, particularly for dogs with arthritis or recovering from injuries.

2️⃣ Stay Hydrated

Dogs can get just as dehydrated in winter as in summer, so ensure they always have access to fresh water. Eating snow can lower body temperature and upset stomachs, so offer clean water instead.

3️⃣ Keep Them Warm

Small breeds, short-haired dogs, puppies, seniors, and dogs with arthritis or injuries benefit from wearing well-fitted, insulated coats to retain body heat. Always dry your dog thoroughly after snowy walks to prevent chills or worsening arthritis symptoms.

4️⃣ Arthritis and Joint Care

Cold weather can stiffen joints and worsen arthritis. Limit time outside and opt for low-impact indoor activities like hydrotherapy or physiotherapy exercises. Ice and snow can increase the risk of slips and injuries, especially for dogs with mobility issues. Hydrotherapy can relieve joint pain and stiffness while keeping your dog fit during the winter months.

5️⃣ Visibility is Key

Use reflective leads, collars, and coats, or LED lights to keep your dog visible to cars and other walkers. Bright coats also help you spot your dog in snowy environments if they are off-lead.

6️⃣ Avoid Overexertion

Icy ground can strain muscles and tendons. Be mindful of how much exercise your dog is getting. For senior dogs or those with medical conditions, shorter, more frequent walks are safer than long outings.

7️⃣ Mental Stimulation Matters

The cold weather shouldn’t stop enrichment! Scent work is a fantastic way to keep your dog mentally stimulated while limiting physical strain!

Is mantrailing right for you and your dog? 🐾If your dog struggles with reactivity, anxiety, hyperactivity, poor recall, ...
03/01/2025

Is mantrailing right for you and your dog? 🐾

If your dog struggles with reactivity, anxiety, hyperactivity, poor recall, or pulling on the lead, mantrailing could be the perfect activity to help them thrive.

Here’s why:
✅ Dogs are worked individually, reducing stress.
✅ Long lines keep them safe and under control.
✅ Build transferable skills for everyday life.
✅ Join a supportive, welcoming community.

Mantrailing is more than a sport—it’s a way to bond with your dog, build confidence, and unlock their potential.

📅 Our January & February sessions go live TODAY at 6:30 PM. Set your alarms—spaces fill fast!

Ready to start your journey? Message us for details or to book.

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