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.
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.
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.
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.
Remember how to REACT to reduce the risk to you and your dog around water
Your first adventure on the water with your dog
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.
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.
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.
Thinking about heading out on the water with your dog?

