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Scotland's Premier Canine Paddlesports Experience Tailor-Made for You and Your Four-Legged Friend.
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embark on a journey with your furry friend

Why settle for a pet when you can have a partner? Let’s reshape the way you and your dog understand each other.
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Welcome to Canine Paddlesports

Looking for a unique way to bond with your dog while exploring Scotland’s breathtaking waterways?

At Canine Paddlesports, we specialize in Training your dog to be able to confidently join you on your Kayak, Canoe or Paddleboard .

Whether you're a first-time paddler or a seasoned pro, our dog training methods are designed to be safe, fun, and full of tail-wagging excitement.

Join us and discover the joy of paddling side-by-side with your best friend!

Paddlesport Training for You and Your Dog

New to paddleboarding? No problem! Our expert instructors provide beginner-friendly lessons that focus on building confidence and trust between you and your pup.

From balancing on the board to paddling technique adaptations when paddling with your dog, we’ll have you both gliding across the water in no time.

One to One

Each session is tailored to you and your dog's needs and goals

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Group Workshops

Guiding you through all the essential water safety skills as we practice together, These cover the training skills and conditioning required for all paddlesports.
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Remote Sessions

A great way to begin training sessions when the weather does not allow for location training

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Events

Available for Talks and Demonstrations at events

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Club Bookings

Would you like to host a Paddlesport workshop for a group or club?
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Sup Pups

Teach you essential skills for paddleboarding safely with your dog
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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure with your furry friend?

Canine Paddle sports offers an array of training options designed to equip you with all the essential skills and knowledge to paddle safely with your dog!

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Training sessions tailored to you

Get in touch to arrange training sessions tailored to teaching you and your dog to be calm and confident together so you can enjoy adventures on the water.

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Areas We Cover

We’re based in Scotland, and over the years we’ve seen our reputation grow well beyond our home lochs.

We proudly offer in-person training all across Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland.

Too far to travel? Our remote sessions run by video call for clients in the USA, across the EU and in Australia, so distance is no barrier to getting started.

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Kayaking With Your Dog: Preparing for the First Trip

Getting ready for kayaking with your dog? A Scottish trainer’s guide to choosing a kayak, building confidence and staying safe on the water.

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Remember how to REACT to reduce the risk to you and your dog around water 

R -Reduce Risk E -Enrichment A -Alert C -Conditions T -Treatment Reduce Risk Regularly check your dog’s leads, collars, and harnesses: Ensure they are in good working condition. Winter conditions & salt water can lead to rust...
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Your first adventure on the water with your dog

Your First few trips together on the water should be short & broken up with lots of breaks on the shore, Take time to make sure this is positive for everyone involved. Planning the location for your first outing and being confident you ...
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Ensure you R.A.F.T when out on the water with your dog 

Recall –I would advise against paddling with your dog with a leash attached, if your dog enters the water this can create a hazard by getting caught on items underwater or other passing vessels.Not only can leashes present a risk of c...
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Canine Paddlesports in Australia: Remote Training Across Time Zones

Australia has a brilliant paddling culture but few specialist canine paddlesports trainers. Here is how remote video coaching from Scotland works for Australian owners, time zones and all.

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How to Paddle With Your Dog: A Trainer’s Guide

Learn how to paddle with your dog safely and calmly. A Scottish trainer’s practical guide to kit, recall and short first trips on the water.

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Dog Swimming Safety: Building Water Confidence

Dog swimming should be calm and confidence-building, never forced. A Scottish trainer shares how to introduce your dog to water safely and slowly.

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Remote Dog Training for Paddlers in Ireland and Europe

From Irish loughs to Alpine lakes, remote video sessions bring specialist canine paddlesports training to owners across Ireland and Europe, with no time-zone gymnastics required.

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Pack Raft Adventures With Your Dog in Scotland

Pack raft adventures open up Scotland’s wild waterways with your dog. A trainer’s guide to kit, claws, cold water and building up to remote trips.

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Paddleboarding With Your Dog in the USA: Remote Training From Scotland

Specialist canine paddlesports training is thin on the ground in the USA. Here is how remote video sessions from Scotland get American dogs water-ready, and why time zones are less of a problem than you would think.

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