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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.

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

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.

Wondering what paddling training actually involves? Here’s what happens in your first sessions with your dog, from land work to your first float.

Camping with your dog and a paddleboard is Scotland at its best. A trainer’s guide to wild camping, paddling and keeping your pup safe and cosy.

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.

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.

Dog water safety comes down to a few checks you do every time. Here’s the routine I run before any paddle, built around R.A.F.T. and REACT.