These Hiking awards are given only by the Tamaskan Dog Showing Club. The awards are open to all Tamaskan aged 12 months and over.

The certificate is self-assessment based, so it is down to you to record your progress.  Each day you should take a few photos en-route that show you have reached your target locations ie:- road sign, monument etc.  You can also join group hikes organised by the TDSC. The award must be completed within 12 months of the first hike or it will have to be started again

These titles are not recognized by the Kennel Club but can be used with your dogs registered name, and can be abbreviated as follows:

 

Introductory Hiking Dog  =  2 tdsc points Min distance = 10 miles Max trip quantity = 2 separate trips	Win a free certificate
Beginners Hiking Dog  =  5 tdsc points Min distance = 20 miles Max trip quantity = 3 separate trips	Win a free keyring
Hiking Dog Bronze = HDB  =  10 tdsc points Min distance = 30 miles Max trip quantity = 3 separate trips	You have the option to purchase a Bronze Medal for £5
Hiking Dog Silver =  HDS   =  15 tdsc points Min distance = 50 miles Max trip quantity = 4 separate trips	You have the option to purchase a Silver Medal for £5
Where there is only 1 trip this can include starting every morning from the same base camp.
Hiking Dog Gold =  HDG  =  20 tdsc points Min distance = 90 miles Min trip quantity = 1 trip	You have the option to purchase a Gold Medal for £5
Pack Dog  =  PD  =  30 tdsc points Min distance = 180 miles Min trip quantity = 1 trip Min overnights = 2 nights on the trail Dog must carry a daily starting weight equal to 30% of the dog’s weight, this may decrease as items are used and discarded. Nights on the trail do not include B&B's or hotels, tents/caravans/campers only folks.	You have the option to purchase a trophy for £8