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Discover how a dog’s nose can lead to happier, calmer days at this hands-on informative workshop with canine behaviourist Kate Mallatratt of Pickpocket Foragers. Kate is passionate about creating fully washable foragers to provide frustration free enrichment to boost dogs overall well being.

Explore the benefits of scent-based enrichment, then get creative making a festive fleece tug and your own snuffle mat to take home. All materials and refreshments are included.

Venue: The Hub, Ferne Animal Sanctuary 

Date: 21st November 2026

Time: 1.00pm – 3.30pm

Booking is essential by 14 November, and places are limited.

Book here

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More details and tickets available soon 🎄

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