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Helping dogs and their humans build confidence, connection and real life skills through kind, ethical training.
🐾 Puppy Training
🐾 Life Skills Classes
🐾 Scentwork & Tracking
🐾 1-2-1 Dog Training
Based at Waggy Tails Field, Old Romney, Romney Marsh, Kent.
Why Dogs Love Learning at SkellyWags.
- Purpose built Scent Shed
- Secure training field
- Meadow pathways for calm learning
- Small supportive classes
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Dogs treated as individuals
As the principle trainer at SkellyWags when I’m not teaching Scentwork, Puppy Classes, or running 1-1 dog training or other classes, you’ll probably find me geeking out over dog behaviour, writing something silly about Bert’s latest antics, or planning new ways to make training fun, rewarding and meaningful for every dog and human who joins our SkellyWags family.
I also wrote a book which will give you an insight into not only me, but the world of dog training too!
Dog Training Courses
Our class dates are updated regularly for the latest dates please view our what’s on page.
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More Than Just a Field
When people visit SkellyWags for the first time, one of the comments I hear most often is: “You’re so lucky to have this.” And they’re right. But what many people don’t see is what came before. The field wasn’t always what it is today. The meadow wasn’t always full of pathways. There wasn’t always a…
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It’s Alright Not to Be Alright
I don’t often write blogs like this. Usually I’m talking about dogs, scentwork, training, learning, or the latest thing Bert has decided is extremely important. But today I’d like to talk about something else. Over the last few weeks, I’ve felt a bit vulnerable. There. I said it. As humans, we often feel pressure to…
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Introduction to Scentwork
Saturday 27th June at Waggy Tails Field, Old Romney, Kent. On Saturday the 27th June we will be opening the gates to Waggy Tails field, for 2 special SkellyWags Introductions to Scentwork sessions. These relaxed 45 minute mini workshops are designed to give you and your dog a fun introduction to the world of scentwork…
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Taking Time to Just BE with your Dog.
Taking Time to Just Be with Your Dog Why slowing down might be the most important part of your training journey We had a day off on Monday and it felt a bit odd! No clients. No sessions. No building projects.Just me and Bert. We wandered through the Meadow, checked out the Scent Shed, strolled…
About SkellyWags
Hi, I’m Mark, founder of SkellyWags
I’m a dog trainer with a pocket full of treats and a heart full of love for dogs especially one cheeky Collie named Bert, you may have heard of him.
I believe training should be fun, fair, and free from force or fear. That’s why I use positive reinforcement, kind and ethical training that helps dogs and their humans build brilliant bonds together through trust and care.
I’m passionate about helping people truly connect with their dogs whether we’re working in a group class, a one-to-one session, or even having a giggle in the garden with some scent games. Every dog and human duo is different, and I love finding ways to help each one thrive together.
Whether it’s teaching a recall, helping a nervous pup feel safe, or supporting new rescue owners to build trust. I’m all about creating training that feels joyful, stress free, and genuinely useful.
When I’m not working with clients, I’m usually found geeking out over dog behaviour, writing something silly about Bert’s latest antics, or dreaming up new ways to make training a treat for both ends of the lead and spending time with Bert.
If you’re ready to have fun, build a brilliant bond with your dog, and maybe laugh along the way you’re in the right place.
Here is a short book I wrote in 2024 and may give you an insight to the world of dog training and me.
It’s all about the dogs
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The Scent Shed.
More Than Just a Scent Shed – A Space Built for Dogs (and Their Humans) When I first started building what we now lovingly call the Scent Shed, I had one main idea in mind: creating a safe, calm, weather-proof space where dogs could sniff, search and just be dogs. But as the build has…
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I’m a Dog Trainer… Not a Social Media Content Creator
Somewhere along the way, dog training became very cinematic. Perfectly timed recalls.Dogs trotting politely past distractions.Slow-motion treats.Uplifting music.And not a muddy paw, chewed lead, or “what on earth was that?” moment in sight. And while I absolutely get it — social media is a powerful tool and, yes, it drives a lot of business these…