Mantrailing NZ

08/03/2025

MANTRAILING: Its a Journey NOT a Race:

Every dog’s Mantrailing journey is unique. Some dive in with confidence, charging forward with their noses glued to the ground, while others take a more thoughtful approach, pausing to analyze each scent. Some progress quickly, while others need time to build confidence in themselves and their handlers. And that’s exactly how it should be.

Mantrailing isn’t about speed or competition—it’s about teamwork. It’s about learning to read and trust your dog, understanding how they process scent, and appreciating the little moments of progress along the way. Each time you hit the trail, you’re uncovering the puzzle that is your dog—how their nose, breed, behaviour, past experiences, and quirks all come together to shape their unique trailing style.

Progress happens at your dog’s pace. Some days, everything falls into place effortlessly. Other days, you’re problem-solving, adjusting, and learning together. And that’s part of the joy! Because at its heart, Mantrailing is an adventure—a shared experience that strengthens your bond and builds a deeper understanding of your dog.

So, whether your dog is meticulous or fast-paced, a natural or still finding their confidence, embrace their journey. Trust the process, celebrate progress—no matter how big or small— and know that with every trail, you and your dog are growing into an even stronger team.

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24/02/2025

21/02/2025

Slow is steady, steady is fast.

In mantrailing, every step counts. Trust the process, follow the scent, and let the trail guide you. Consistency brings results, and patience leads to success.

14/02/2025

love is in the air, and so are the scent trails!

this valentines day let’s celebrate the unconditional love and loyalty that our dogs bring into our lives🐾

whether they're sniffing out a trail or curled up by your side, dogs show us every day what true love and teamwork are all about

at MantrailingNZ, we train with passion, dedication, and a whole lot of heart. It’s not just about following a scent—it’s about building trust, bond, and connection with our dogs 🐾

Happy Valentine’s Day from MantrailingNZ to all the dog lovers and trailblazers out there! ♥️🐾

05/01/2025

Starting off 2025 with a bang!

31/12/2024

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve completed my 2024 CPD requirements for Mantrailing instructors! This training ensures I stay at the forefront of the latest techniques, strategies, and research in the world of Mantrailing.

17/11/2024

Some happy Trailers….

25/09/2024

https://www.mantrailingglobal.com/learning-hub

08/09/2024

**What’s the Difference Between Mantrailing and Tracking Dogs?**

Ever wonder, “What’s the difference between mantrailing and tracking in dog sports?” You’re not alone! Both involve a dog using their superhero-level nose to track a person’s scent along a trail. But there are some key differences in how they go about their sniffing business.

In **mantrailing**, dogs don’t necessarily follow the footsteps. Instead, they follow the scent instinctively—wherever it goes. Think of it like this: your dog’s nose is a sniffing GPS, and they’re locking onto the scent that’s been carried by the wind, the ground, moisture or the vegetation —basically, wherever that magical scent cloud floats to.

**Tracking**, however, is a bit more, well, “by the book.” It’s a nose-to-the-ground operation where the dog carefully follows the exact footsteps of a person, sniffing out ground disturbances like a little detective on the case. Precision is the name of the game.

# # Sniffing Out the Fun

At the end of the day, the difference between tracking and mantrailing comes down to how we ask the dogs to work. Mantrailing lets them use their nose with more freedom, while tracking is more about precision. Both are fun for dogs and give them a natural outlet for all that sniffing power they’ve got bottled up!

The good news? Both sports can complement each other. Tracking makes your dog more accurate on the trail, while mantrailing teaches them to use scent more efficiently. Win-win! 🏆

Whether you choose mantrailing, tracking, or both, they’re excellent ways to bond with your dog, learn how to read their body language, and give them a low-impact but high-reward mental workout. Plus, you’ll meet a community of awesome people who love to let their dogs do what they do best—sniff! 👃🐕

So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and let your dog’s nose lead the way! 🐾🐾

03/09/2024

I'm thrilled by the amount of interest we've received—it's been incredible! Many of you have been asking how to get involved, and I'm excited to say that we've already got a waitlist forming even before the next Intro dates are announced. I apologize if it's been a bit unclear on how to book in. If you're interested, just send me a DM, and I'll happily add you to the waitlist! Thanks for your patience and enthusiasm!

31/08/2024

Level 1 Log books ready!