Mantrailing

Mantrailing is a game where dog-handler teams track people by scent.

It uses a dog's natural abilities for mental and physical stimulation.

SerenityDogTraining offers Mantrailing as a fun sport to bond with your dog.

We focus on recreational Mantrailing, not operational Search & Rescue, ensuring a stress-free, enriching experience for your dog.

Mantrailing is a low-impact dog sport teaching dogs to follow a specific scent trail with minimal stress on joints.

It's suitable for dogs of all sizes, ages, breeds, and even those with disabilities.

Enrolling in our Introduction Workshop provides an overview of mantrailing and is the best place to get started!

Whether you're a new pet owner or enhancing your skills, our experienced trainers offer valuable insights for a harmonious relationship with your dog.

Mantrailing begins with an Intro workshop that sets the foundation for your dog's training. Post-workshop, attend sessions as per your schedule and dog's needs. We offer flexible scheduling, including weekdays and weekends.

We are pleased to welcome human and/or dog reactive dogs to our Mantrailing sessions!

These sessions are specially designed with the needs of reactive dogs in mind.

Each dog is worked individually and kept on a longline under control at all times. This ensures that your dog does not have to interact with unfamiliar people or dogs, making it an ideal activity for nervous or reactive dogs.

Please ensure that any specific behavioral needs or concerns are communicated to us in advance so we can provide the best possible experience for your dog.

No previous training is necessary to attend Mantrailing sessions with us!

One of the key aspects of Mantrailing is that the dog is kept on a longline, so there is no need for them to have a good recall. This makes it an excellent activity for dogs of all skill levels and owners new to dog training.

However, we do ask that you inform your instructor of any behavioral issues your dog may have before attending a session. This ensures a safe and positive experience for both you and your pet, and allows the instructor to tailor the training to meet your dog's specific needs.

Bring a long-line leash, a Y front harness for your dog and LOTS AND LOTS of food rewards.

If you don't have this equipment, contact your instructor to borrow some. Also, bring a sent article! This is a small piece of fabric or clothing that has touched your skin for at least 10 minutes - think beanie, scarf, gloves etc.

Between your dog's turns, they rest and process in your vehicle, supervised for safety and comfort. This balance maximizes session benefits.

You'll actively participate as a "trail layer" in other dog-handler trails, which helps you and your dog learn.

Yes, you can bring a friend or family member! Extra Trail Layers or Mispers (volunteers who hide for the dogs) make sessions more engaging and effective.

They can also supervise dogs in cars between training turns.

For human reactive dogs, we suggest bringing a family or friend for them to find rather than another class mate.

For handling the dog, speak directly to your instructor to ensure proper procedures and safety.

Mantrailing simulates hunting, using your dog's scent detection, focus, and tracking skills to follow a human trail. It engages their physical and mental abilities while building a closer bond, promoting teamwork, confidence, focus, and overall well-being.

Tracking is a trained behavior where dogs follow footsteps and ground disturbances.