What exactly is Mantrailing & Scentwork?
Mantrailing and scentwork harness your dog's natural instincts through rewarding search activities that build confidence, focus and partnership. its mentally enriching, deeply fulfilling and suitable for dogs of all breeds and abilities.
Builds Confidence
Helps nervous or uncertain dogs grow in confidence through successful, rewarding search experiences
Encourages Independence
Empowers dogs to think, lead the search and work with greater confidence and autonomy
Improves Focus
Develops concentration, problem-solving and engagement while channeling natural scenting instincts
Perfect for energetic Dogs
Provides mental and physical enrichment, making it ideal for active dogs who thrive purpose
Why Train With us
Experience the transformation in your dog when they are engaged, challenged, and supported.
Confidence Building
Mantrailing and scent school give your dog the freedom to think, problem-solve and succeed. Each search builds confidence, emotional security and resilience, especially for nervous, shy or rehomed dogs.
Mental Enrichment
Challenge your dog in the way nature intended. Scent work stimulates the mind, reduces frustration and provides a rewarding outlet for natural instincts through structured, engaging activities.
Strenghtens Your Bond
Work together as a team while your dog leads the search and you learn to trust their instincts. Shared success builds communication, trust and a deeper partnership.
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Meet your instructor, Valerie
Trailing Tails began with a small dachshund with a big personality, Daisy. When Daisy was just six months old, I began searching for an activity that would suit her curious mind and strong natural instincts. That search led us to Mantrailing… and everything changed from there. Daisy took to Mantrailing instantly.
She progressed through her Level 1 assessment with confidence, proving just how valuable this sport can be for any pet dog. Inspired by her success, I continued my journey and became a Mantrailing Global Instructor & Assessor, soon joined by Daisy’s daughter, Lily, another talented little trailer!
Today, Trailing Tails proudly offers Mantrailing Introduction Courses and follow-on training from Levels 1 to 4 across Norfolk and Suffolk, with our base in Attleborough.
Find the Right Session
Whether you're just starting out or looking for tailored guidance, we have a session to suit you and your dog.
From woodland trails to urban settings and coastal terrain, our mantrailing and scent school sessions offer varied environments designed to build confidence, develop skills and keep every trail exciting.
What you'll need:
Long Trailing line (10m-15m)
Well-fitted harness
Treats or rewards
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