Functional Characters Workshop with Beyond the Breed

June 29th @ K9 Hub 9.30am – 5pm       6 Handler spaces remaining, 5 Spectator places

Functional Characters explain the social interactions and dynamics of any group of dogs.  They also reveal why dogs behave the way they do in various environments and situations.

Our workshops on Functional Characters will help you to determine your dog’s Functional Character for a deeper understanding of your pet. This knowledge will enhance your ability to tailor training and socialising to the individual.

Anyone who encounters dogs in any way will benefit from our workshops – dog owners, trainers, behaviourists, vets and their staff, pet rescue centres and dog walkers, etc.

The benefits of attending a workshop are:

• to equip you with the knowledge to understand your dog at a much deeper level
• to expand your knowledge of your dog and dogs in general
• to optimise an individual dog’s training and socialising needs
• to enhance the lifestyle and home environment for the benefit of dogs and owners

Beyond the Breed Functional Character workshops are run by a team of experts including a qualified behaviourist and a variety of dog trainers. Workshops are fun and informal and you can attend either as a spectator (without your dog) or as a handler (with your dog or dogs).

We work with large or small groups of dogs, depending on those attending but initially your dog will be assessed individually.

Your dog will need to be comfortable waiting in the car between working, and the first part of the morning is theory.  Your dog can settle next to you – or be resting in the car.

The Crystal Maze – Mantrailing Weekend with Cumbria Canine Services, Paddaburn Canine Adventures and Kryus Detection Dogs.

July 5th / 6th and 7th @ K9 Hub & West Lakes Science Park

he Crystal Maze is back, bigger and better than ever for 2024!

Can you and your dog crack the crystal maze? Are you hooked on mantrailing and scentwork? Do you want to spend a whole weekend having fun with your dog, and learning together?

We have just the thing for you! Come join us for a weekend dedicated to mantrailing at on the West Coast of Cumbria for 2 nights, 2 days, 4 instructors, 4 zones, 16 challenges….a weekend to remember!

We kick off with our briefing and get together on Friday evening followed by two amazing days of trailing fun!

Saturday AM and PM trailing/scentwork sessions
Sunday AM and PM trailing/scentwork sessions

Friday and Saturday night accommodation

Saturday breakfast, lunch and evening meal provided
Sunday breakfast, packed lunch provided

Lost Dog Tracking Level 1

Friday 16th, Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th August.  4 handler places remaining

This specialist, bespoke course is the start of the journey to training an operational Lost Dog Tracking (LDT) Dog. LDT dogs are trained to follow the specific scent of a dog who has been lost, primarily covering ground in complex tracking environments.

Your dog needs to be comfortable around people and other dogs to attend this course.

You will spend time learning both theory and practical training over three days, taught by Claire North, an experienced dog trainer and operational LDT handler.

Cleator – West Cumbria
10am – 4pm each day
Dogs must be able to be secured in a vehicle for the theory part of the day and during breaks.
£300 per limited space
Level One is suitable for all ages and breeds of dog.

Claire has been training dogs professionally since 2002 and holds a First Grade Honours Instructors Certificate from the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers (BIPDT) and is a member of the Kennel Club Accredited Instructor (KCAI) scheme.

Since founding North K9 in 2012, Claire has worked with a multitude of dogs across various classes, one to one training and behaviour consultations. She now only offers classes in conjunction with other local trainers, to focus on providing one to one dog training for pets, companions and sport dogs.

Claire has been working as an operational Lost Dog Tracking Handler since 2018; she is currently one of the leading experts in this highly specialist field, training and running the largest team of operational Lost Dog Tracking dogs and handlers in the Uk. Claire has worked on cases across England, Scotland and Wales, and delivers courses all across the Uk and Channel Islands. She is also one of the founders of Scent and Track Uk.