Slinky’s Adventure Hikes
Slinky’s Adventure Hikes
Longer Social Adventures for Dogs and Their Humans
£25 per dog | Owners attend | 3 to 4 hours
50% of proceeds are donated to a local charity.
Inspired by Slinky’s curious, determined and adventurous spirit, these longer group walks combine everything we love about our Social Walks with more time, more freedom and more opportunity to explore.
Dogs may walk on long lines or off lead where appropriate, giving them the chance to move, explore and enjoy positive social experiences in carefully chosen environments.
These hikes provide opportunities to practise recall, engagement, appropriate social interactions and making good choices around other dogs, while owners continue to build their understanding of canine body language and communication.
Not every dog needs to interact and not every dog needs to be off lead. Each dog is supported as an individual, with freedom and space matched to their needs.
A Different Kind of Social Walk
Slinky’s Adventure Hikes are longer and more relaxed than our regular Social Walks, with more time and freedom to explore.
Owners are encouraged to:
• Read and respond to their dog’s body language
• Respect space between dogs where needed
• Advocate for their dog’s comfort
• Support appropriate social interactions
• Be aware of their dog, the group and the environment
Dogs may walk on long lines or off lead where appropriate. Not every dog needs to interact and not every dog needs to be off lead.
Each dog is supported as an individual, helping to keep the experience safe, positive and enjoyable for everyone.
What to Expect
• 3 to 4 hour social adventure hikes
• Beautiful routes across East Kent
• Woodland, countryside and coastal locations
• Small, supportive groups
• Long line and off lead freedom where appropriate
• Opportunities for dogs to explore, interact and take space
• Support with reading body language and social interactions
• Plenty of time to enjoy the journey without rushing
These hikes are about more than reaching the destination. They give dogs time to settle into the group, explore new environments and enjoy positive social experiences along the way.
Important Information
• Dogs must have completed a 1:1 assessment before attending
• Dogs must be safe and manageable in open environments
• Owners are responsible for their dog at all times
• Dogs with a bite history or who present a significant risk to people or other dogs must be muzzled
• Dogs must have reliable recall to walk off lead
• Dogs who are not ready for off lead freedom can join on a suitable long line
• Full route details and any additional information will be provided before each hike
Off lead freedom is always dependent on the individual dog, the group, the environment and the safety of everyone attending.