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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure with your furry friend?

Welcome to Canine Paddlesports - specialist dog training designed to help owners and their dogs learn the skills they need to paddle together with confidence.

Whether you’re new to paddling or looking to improve your dog’s behavior on the water, training is tailored to your individual goals, experience level, and your dog’s unique needs.

I use positive reinforcement and proven behavior-shaping techniques to build calm, reliable dogs who can safely enjoy paddlesports. My focus is not just on training your dog, but on helping you both develop a strong, trusting partnership - on and off the water.

Every session is personalized, taking into account breed traits, behavior challenges, and your lifestyle. From nervous beginners to overexcited, high-drive dogs, I specialize in transforming difficult behaviors into focused, cooperative paddling companions.

Flexible training options are available, including in-person sessions and remote consultations, making it easier to access expert support wherever you are.

With over 22 years of experience in the animal industry and more than 13 years paddling alongside my own dogs, I bring practical, real-world knowledge to every session. My background in animal welfare and rehabilitation allows me to support dogs with a wide range of behavioral needs.

This isn’t just dog training, it’s about creating a shared language, building trust, and giving you and your dog the confidence and skills to explore the water together.

Our Blog

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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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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Why Dog Training Is the Foundation of Water Adventures

Great days on the water start with good dog training. A Scottish trainer explains why recall, calm and trust come long before the paddleboard.

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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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Doggy Paddle: Can All Dogs Swim?

Doggy paddle isn’t a given. A Scottish trainer explains which breeds really struggle in water and why a canine buoyancy aid matters for every dog.

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Paddleboarding With a Dog on Board: Balance and Trust

Paddleboarding with a dog is all about balance, technique and trust. A Scottish trainer shares how to get you both steady and confident on board.

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Thinking about heading out on the water with your dog?

If you’re heading out on the water please wear a buoyancy aid. Not only is this mandatory to comply with Scottish Loch bylaws, it could also save your life. During the pandemic, the popularity of watersports increased dramatically. Wi...
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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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Dog Water Safety: Essential Checks Before Every Trip

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.

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