About & FAQ
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Install Wild Hound Club App
Wild Hound can be added to your home screen for app-style use.
Open your browser menu and choose Add to Home Screen.
- iPhone (Safari only): Open in Safari, tap Share, then Add to Home Screen.
- Android: Tap browser menu, then Install app or Add to Home screen.
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What Wild Hound Is
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Wild Hound is a progression app for outdoor dog owners.
- Track skill development, book events, log practice, and build points over time.
- Your dashboard gives quick access to rank, points, and activity status.
Install on Your Phone
Last updated: 8 May 2026
You can install Wild Hound like an app so it opens from your home screen.
- iPhone (Safari): Open this site in Safari, tap the Share icon, then tap Add to Home Screen.
- Android (Chrome): Open browser menu (3 dots), tap Install app or Add to Home screen, then confirm.
- If you do not see install options, refresh the page and try again while online.
- After install, open Wild Hound from your home screen icon instead of browser tabs.
How Progression Works
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Unlock a skill through the in-app payment flow.
- Complete Stage 1 to Stage 3 practice criteria in order.
- At Stage 4, submit your skill for review.
- Your assessor records one of two outcomes at Stage 4: Passed, or Needs More Work (with discount support until pass).
- Stage 5 Stretch Goal unlocks only after Stage 4 is passed.
Who This Is For
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Dogs and handlers building reliable real-world trail skills.
- Beginner, adolescent, rescue, and easily-distracted dogs needing structured progression.
- Owners who want safer, calmer hill-walking companions in mixed outdoor environments.
Safety First
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Always train at your dog’s pace and use safe, positive handling.
- Wild Hound training content supports day-to-day skill building and is not emergency behavioral or veterinary care.
- If your dog shows signs of pain, fear, or escalating aggression, pause training and seek qualified professional support.
Unlocking Rules
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Skills are unlocked via purchase flow.
- After Stripe success, you are returned to Skills and the unlocked skill is available automatically.
- Trail Etiquette Pro only unlocks after skills 1 to 13 are all passed.
- Unlocked skills are color-coded by status across Dashboard and Skills tabs.
Payments
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Payment opens Stripe checkout for skill unlocks.
- Skill unlocks are completed automatically after payment confirmation.
- Costs: Skill unlock £4.99.
Logs & Tracking
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Log practice with skill, stage, date, duration, and notes.
- Edit and delete single logs or multi-select delete in Logged Skills.
- View logs grouped by skill or by date (month/year grouped).
How Points Are Earned
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How Reward Claims Work
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Points track your progression, but some discount rewards use points when redeemed.
- When you reach a milestone, that reward becomes available to claim.
- You can keep progressing and unlock higher rewards as your total points increase.
Reward Eligibility
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Physical rewards are currently for UK residents only.
- If you are outside the UK, certificates may be sent in digital form by email.
- Merch rewards include Wild Hound Club bandana, beanie, and hoodie tiers.
Refund & Cancellation
Last updated: 8 May 2026
Digital Products
- Skill unlocks and digital downloads are non-refundable once delivered.
Duplicate Payments
- If duplicate payment occurs, contact us with payment details for review.
Physical Items
- Report damaged or missing items within 14 days of delivery.
- Where eligible, replacement or refund support will be provided.
Contact
Email wildhoundclub@hotmail.com with your order reference and issue summary.
Shipping & Fulfilment
Last updated: 8 May 2026
Where We Ship
- Physical items are currently shipped within the UK.
Dispatch Timing
- Dispatch times vary by product and demand.
- Customers will be contacted if significant delays occur.
Delivery Issues
- If an item arrives damaged or missing, contact us with your order details and we will assist.
Contact
Email wildhoundclub@hotmail.com for shipping support.
Data, Sync & Devices
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- Your profile name, progress, and logs are saved on your device.
- If you change phone or clear browser/app data, local progress may reset.
Sync status: Not checked yet.
Privacy & Data Use
Last updated: 8 May 2026
Wild Hound Club stores the information needed to run your training experience, including profile name, skills progression, logs, points, rewards, and certificates.
What We Store
- Profile details you enter in-app.
- Training logs, session notes, and skill progress.
- Points and reward claim history.
- Certificate unlock and submission status.
Where Data Is Stored
- Some data is stored locally on your device.
- Where backend services are enabled, account and order records may also be stored server-side.
Your Choices
- You can export your app data using Backup & Restore.
- You can request support help for account and data issues by email.
Contact
For privacy questions, contact wildhoundclub@hotmail.com.
Backup & Restore
Last updated: 8 May 2026
Export your progress to a backup file, then import it on a new phone/device.
Support Response Times
Last updated: 8 May 2026
- General support: we aim to respond within 2 business days.
- Payment or access issues: prioritised support where possible.
- Include your app username and a short summary so we can help faster.
Terms of Use
Last updated: 8 May 2026
Use of the App
- Wild Hound Club accounts and rewards are for individual use.
- You agree to provide accurate information for purchases and support requests.
Rewards and Discounts
- Reward tiers unlock at listed point milestones.
- Discount rewards may require points when redeemed.
- Discount codes and benefits may be removed if abused.
Training Content
- Training resources are educational and do not replace veterinary or emergency behavior services.
- All Wild Hound Club materials remain Wild Hound Club intellectual property.
Contact
For terms questions, contact wildhoundclub@hotmail.com.
Contact Us
Last updated: 8 May 2026
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