Activities & Events
More than just activities for your dog.
Whether your dog is reactive, nervous, over-excited or simply loves learning, our activities and events are designed to help you enjoy life together in a calm, supportive environment.
At Esk Valley Dog Training, we believe progress happens when owners feel supported, dogs feel understood and people have opportunities to learn, grow and connect with others on a similar journey.
Explore our activities, events and experiences below.
More Than Just Activities
Most people who join us aren’t looking for perfection.
They’re looking for a bit of help.
Maybe their dog is reactive.
Maybe they’re nervous about joining something new.
Maybe they just want to enjoy doing more with their dog and spend time with people who understand.
Whatever brings you here, you’re welcome.
🐾 Mantrailing
Build confidence, work as a team and discover your dog’s incredible natural scenting abilities.
Suitable for beginners and reactive dogs.
Click here to see Mantrailing date, times and venue
🐾 Hoopers
Fun, low-impact activity designed to improve communication, confidence and teamwork.
Suitable for dogs of all ages and abilities.
Click here to see Hoopers dates, times and venues
Worry Free Walks
Practical, supportive sessions designed to help owners feel more confident walking their dogs in the real world.
Designed specifically for reactive, nervous and over-excited dogs.
Click here to see Worry Free Walks dates, times and venues
Webinars, Seminars & Workshops
Not every opportunity to improve life with your dog involves bringing your dog along.
Throughout the year, Nick runs webinars, seminars, workshops and special events designed to help owners better understand their dogs, build confidence and continue making progress.
Whether you’re looking for practical training advice, behavioural insight or simply an opportunity to learn alongside like-minded owners, these events are designed to be informative, supportive and easy to apply in real life.
Examples include:
✓ Free Webinars
✓ Seminars
✓ Workshops
✓ Community Events
✓ Behaviour-Focused Talks
🌿 Want More Than Just The Occasional Activity?
Many of the owners who attend our activities and events are also members of The Collective.
The Collective is our monthly membership designed to help you stay focused, keep making progress and continue learning alongside your dog.
Each month you’ll receive a clear training focus, practical guidance, member resources, exclusive discounts and ongoing support from the EVDT team.
Whether you’re attending activities regularly or simply want a little more structure and direction, The Collective helps you keep moving forward.
✓ First month free
✓ £17 per month thereafter
✓ Cancel anytime
Members of The Collective currently receive all EVDT Webinars, Seminars and Workshops completely free of charge.
Learn more here:
https://mailchi.mp/eskvalleydogtraining.co.uk/the-collective
Mantrailing with Cailin
Introduction to Mantrailing
🐕 Suitable for beginners
🌿 Reactive dog friendly
📍 Newbattle Abbey
📅 Saturday 22nd August
⏰ 10.00 - 12.30pm
📅 Future dates:
Newbattle Abbey:
Saturday 3rd October, 10am to 12.30pm
Saturday 28th November, 10am to 12.30pm
Mantrailing Progression
🐕 Suitable for everyone
🌿 Reactive dog friendly
📍 Newbattle Abbey
📅 Saturday 22nd August
⏰ 1pm to 3pm
📅 Future dates:
Saturday 26th September: Poltonhall, 10am to 12pm
Saturday 24th October: Dalhousie, 10am to 12pm
Saturday 28th November: Newbattle Abbey, 1pm to 3pm
Introduction to Hoopers with Molly
🐕 Suitable for beginners
🌿 Reactive dog friendly
📍 Rocky & Kaiser's Run free Field, Straiton https://maps.app.goo.gl/BsWvNvDgbu6nyqqu9
📅 Saturday 12th September 2026
🕐 12.30pm - 2pm (progression)
🕐 2.30pm to 4pm (intro)
📅 Future dates: tbc
Worry Free Walks with Louise
🐕 Suitable for beginners
🌿 Reactive dog friendly
📍 Newbattle Abbey
📅 Saturday 7th November 2026
🕐 10.00am
Saturday 7th November 2026
