Social Skills Walks
Social Skills Walks
Building Confidence, Understanding & Real-Life Skills
£15
Approximately 1.5 Hours
A supported step between Neutral Walks and Social Walks.
At Adventures with Tilley, Social Skills Walks are designed for dogs and their humans who are ready to begin building confidence, understanding, and real-life skills with guidance and support.
This is where things start to come together.
Before You Join
To ensure the right fit for both you and the group, all new clients must complete a 1:1 assessment before joining Social Skills Walks.
This allows us to:
Understand your dog’s behaviour, needs, and triggers
Make sure this is the right next step
Set you up with the right guidance from the start
Keep all dogs and owners safe and supported
We will always recommend the most suitable starting point for your dog, whether that’s Neutral Walks, Social Skills, or alternative support.
Who These Walks Are For
Social Skills Walks are ideal for dogs who:
Are not quite ready for full Social Walks
Can cope at a distance but need help progressing
Are unsure around other dogs or people
Show frustration, over excitement, or inconsistent behaviour
Are wary of strangers or unfamiliar situations
Need guidance to build safe, appropriate interactions
And for owners who:
Want to better understand their dog
Need support and reassurance
Want to feel more confident in real-life situations
What to Expect
Owners attend with their dogs, and training is built into every walk.
You’ll be supported to:
Continue improving communication with your dog
Read and respond to body language in real time
Support calm, appropriate social interactions
Navigate real-life situations with confidence
This is about progress, not perfection and building consistency in everyday environments
What Makes These Walks Different
These are not free-for-all group walks.
Each walk is:
Calm and structured
Carefully managed to support all dogs
Focused on safe, appropriate interactions
Designed to prevent overwhelm and reduce pressure
There is always guidance available, and dogs are supported at the level they are comfortable with.
How It Works
Small, balanced groups
Structured walk setups
Guidance provided throughout
Space and distance used where needed
Dogs supported as individuals within the group
Every walk is adapted to suit the dogs attending.
Locations
Walks take place across East Kent, including:
Woodland areas
Countryside routes
Quiet open spaces
River paths
Locations are chosen to allow space, safety, and controlled exposure.
Important Information
Dogs must be on a secure harness and lead (long line where appropriate) until instructed otherwise
Reactive Dogs must be muzzled
Owners are responsible for their dog at all times
Full guidance is provided before attending.
Ready to Join a Social Walk?
Build confidence, connection, and calm behaviour together.
A 1:1 Assessment is required before booking
Part of a Bigger Journey
For many dogs, this is the next step after:
Neutral Walks (building calm and safety)
Social Skills Walks (building understanding and confidence)
There is no rush; every dog moves at their own pace.
You’re Supported Every Step of the Way
Walking in a group can feel like a big step.
You won’t be left to figure it out alone; we guide, support, and help you make the right decisions for your dog throughout.
You’re Supported Every Step of the Way
Walking in a group can feel like a big step.
You won’t be left to figure it out alone; we guide, support, and help you make the right decisions for your dog throughout.