Truffle Hunting with Dogs: Featured in Goodwood Interview

My Goodwoof Interview: The Ancient Art of Truffle Hunting with Dogs

I had an amazing chat with the Goodwoof team about the truffle hunting experience that we ran this year and that we are privileged to be bringing back, bigger and even better in 2026. In the interview, I share how I got started in canine scent detection, why truffle hunting is so beneficial for both dogs and their owners, and what makes working with British truffles so special.

I talk about how any breed can excel at truffle hunting, from couch potatoes to working dogs, and how I've watched hesitant dogs blossom into confident, focused hunters within a single session. We also discuss the mental health benefits of truffle hunting, how it offers that rare gift of complete presence in nature, and why spending a day in the woods with your dog is never a day wasted.

Whether you're curious about trying truffle hunting yourself, interested in canine scent work, or simply want to learn more about this ancient practice, the interview gives a wonderful insight into what makes truffle hunting such a rewarding activity.

Early bird tickets for Goodwoof 2026 (16-17 May) are already on sale, so if you fancy having a go at truffle hunting with your four-legged friend, now's the time to book!

Read the full Goodwood interview about dog truffle hunting here →

Key Topics Covered in the Interview

British Truffle Hunting

Learn about working exclusively with British truffles and what makes UK truffle hunting unique.

Dog Training for Truffle Detection

Discover how any dog breed can learn truffle hunting, regardless of age or energy level.

Mental Health Benefits

Find out how truffle hunting provides mindfulness, reduces anxiety in dogs, and strengthens the human-canine bond.

Goodwoof 2026 Workshop Details

Get the inside scoop on our Have-a-Go truffle hunting sessions at Goodwood Estate, West Sussex.