What dogs can take part?

Any breed, age or personality — mantrailing is inclusive and adaptable.

Do I need experience?

Any breed, age or personality — mantrailing is inclusive and adaptable.

Welcome to Mini Mantrailing

Our Puppy Classes are designed especially for young dogs aged 14 weeks to 1 year, offering a fun, engaging introduction to the world of Mantrailing. Think of it as Hide & Seek for puppies—a confidence-building game that brings out your puppy’s natural instincts while strengthening the bond between you both.

A Positive Start for Young Trailers

This 2-hour introductory workshop gives your puppy the perfect first experience of scent work. Each puppy works individually with their owner and enjoys rest breaks between trails, ensuring the session is calm, enjoyable, and tailored to their needs.
What Your Puppy Will Learn

How to explore new environments confidently
Foundations of Mini Mantrailing (puppy scent games)
Working at their own pace without pressure
Developing trust and teamwork with their handler
A fun alternative to traditional command-based training

Mantrailing is all about letting your puppy think, choose, and investigate—no conflict, no forced focus, and no stressful expectations.

A Natural and Enjoyable Learning Experience

Many puppy training activities rely heavily on commands, which can sometimes create frustration or overwhelm. Puppy Mantrailing is different—it encourages your pup to work with you, not for you.
Benefits Include:

Builds confidence in new places and around unfamiliar people
Provides a gentle but effective mental and physical workout
Strengthens your relationship in a natural, instinct-driven way
Helps puppies make positive choices independently
Leaves them tired, fulfilled, and proud of their success

Be warned… it’s highly addictive! Once you see your puppy trail, you’ll want to keep going!

Progression Opportunities

As your puppy grows and becomes more confident, you can continue developing their skills through our Mantrailing Level Progression Booklets. Track your progress, celebrate achievements, and watch your puppy evolve into an amazing young trailer.

Class Locations

Our Puppy Workshops take place in a variety of locations close to Attleborough, offering safe, quiet environments that are perfect for young dogs. Each venue provides a controlled space where puppies can learn without unnecessary distractions. If our current classes are full, we operate a waiting list. Please email us at Info@trailingtails.co.uk to be added to the next group.