Below you’ll find all the information about how The Scurry works in the Frequently Asked Questions and Terms & Conditions. It is essential that you read the Ts & Cs before completing a booking, they are simple and not too long….Please make sure you read them!
Frequently Asked Questions
What services do you offer?
We have two private hire fields in Auchterhouse, Dundee which offer secure areas where your dogs can runs free. They are secured by deer fencing and rabbit netting, secure locked gates and a secure parking area leading into the fields. The fields are seperated by deer fencing rabbit netting and vision screening.
The Flush field is a grass field The Flush Field, designed for training or fun times with less distractions. Now including a smaller gated area with planting for busy noses and enrichment. The fenced area can be used for gun dog training and training with boundaries and entry points.
The Scurry field is a doggy playground! Filled with large tree trunks, tyre pyramids and a tunnel.
As well as hourly appointments we can arrange longer slots for birthday parties, litter meets and other events. Please contact us for arranging and pricing.
Other Services?
We have regular Dog Walkers and Trainers who regularly use our fields. Please contact us for details for those who we would recommend.
How much is it?
1 Hour- up to 4 dogs £10, 5-7 dogs £17 and 8 dogs £20
Will I have the field to myself?
Yes, unless you bring friends and family
Will I meet other dogs there?
You will be able to see dogs in the field next if it is booked. Appointments are staggered by 30 minutes, so you should not bump into anyone in the parking area.
What other facilities are there?
Within the scurry, we have seating, tables and shelters, there is a doggy shower and fresh water and bowls always available. We provide compostable poo bags, which we will deal with. DO NOT use your own poo bags unless they are compostable as it all goes to a composter! Please make sure you pick up!
Outwith The Scurry fields there is a dog friendly cafe within the shooting grounds, which also has takeaway, toilets, a country store and we have doggy items available to buy as part of the Scurry. So if you forget leads, balls, treats, trainings aids...its all there. Please note they operate differing opening hours. See Auchterhouse CountrySports
Can you hear the shooting?
Depending on what way the wind is blowing there can be a faint noise in the background. It is quieter than the cars passing from the main road and hardly recognisable as gunshots. If it can be heard, its more like someone using a hammer a street away. On the very rare occassion that there is huge competitions being held, you will be informed and alternative appointments will be available if it is a concern.
SUNDAY SHOOTS
Shooting takes place Wednesday to Saturday at the shooting ground nearby. The noise of the guns is similar to a neighbour using their hammer down the street and often depends on the wind direction to its volume.
Unless your dog is extremely nervous we have found that this has rarely been an issue for anyone using the fields. However, if your are concerned about this we would ask you to stick to Sundays to Tuesdays or before 10am any day. (Be aware though that it's the countryside and IF shooting is heard it may be a farmer gas gun or on a nearby estate) if you have a booking on one of the dates below and are concerned, please feel free to log back in and rearrange or contact us. Please watch the following video for an example of shooting nearby.
click here for a video to hear the shooting nearby
The shooting ground have made us aware of the Sunday shoots (which is a max of 12 per year) that will be taking place.
Please note the following dates for 2024.
10th March
24th March
14th April
21st April
5th May
9th June
16th June
7th July
11th August
17th November
How to the Social Meets work?
You book one slot for each dog you are bringing. Each slot is £3. There is a maximum of 8 slots per meet. If less than 3 slots are booked the meet will be cancelled and a reschedule or refund will be issued.
There are 3 different meets.
Mini to medium, for toy to medium sized teenage and adult dogs.
Medium to Massive, for medium to giant sized teenage and adult dogs.
Puppy meets, for dogs under 12 months, please note boisterous and large puppies may be better suited to the other meets.
It is the owners responsibility for you and your dogs behaviour. If your dogs is overly harassing or harming other dogs, please remove them immediately. The Scurry do not have any responsibility for the dogs behaviour.
Due to limited parking there are separate instructions for parking. You will be sent this the night before your booking with the code.
How do i book?
The button at the top of our website and facebook page "book now", click it and it will take you to our live calender, simply follow the prompts, its easy! All payments are taken online. 1-4 dogs is automatically selected. Only select add-ons if you have more than 4 dogs. You can create a login so your details are held for your next booking. Your details are not shared with anyone at all!
What happens once i book?
On the day before your appointment, usually between 11pm and midnight you will recieve a text message with the code for gates, which are changed every day, the text will also include instruction for your arrival. When you arrive at the field please arrive AT the appointment time as you will not be able to enter early or leave late. It is essential you stick to the times and you will be liable for the booking immediately after you if you run over. If you have not recieved your code early morning, contact us immediately to get the code.
It is essential you give us the correct mobile number as this is where your code will be sent.
Tell me about parking?
There is parking for 2 cars per field. DO NOT bring any more vehicles than 2 into the parking area. If you require more parking there is an overflow carpark 50 yards toward the shooting ground, open Tuesday to Saturday 9am til 6pm.
On Sundays and Mondays we ask that you park on the along the main track or beside the wall. Please try to leave all roads passable to lorries and DO NOT PARK OR TURN ON ANY GRASS AREA. If you are attending a social meet, all cars, except disabled, must park in the overflow or on the track.
When are you open?
7 days a week, 365 days a year! During summer hours we open at 8am and close at 8pm, however we operate in daylight hours. Once winter starts we will be closing when its dark, this is is due to safety and also allows owners to see for picking up.
“Dogs Requiring Exemption Certificates”
XL Bullies and similar breeds are not banned from The Scurry, however you are required to follow very strict rules for us to continue allowing them. From February 23rd 2024 only “bullies” from single households will be allowed, meaning you cannot share a space with other dogs from other households. your dogs MUST be on lead and muzzled from your vehicle into the field and only removed once you have locked yourselves into the field. Then your dogs can have run off lead unmuzzled. Same rule applies when leaving. As of the 1st August you must provide proof of your public liability insurance and exemption certificate, meaning they must also be microchipped and neutered. Anyone reported to not be following these rules will be banned instantly.
Anything else....drop us a message
Terms & Conditions
You must agree and sign to these T&Cs when making an appointment
Pre Appointment
• Appointments made for The Scurry start on the hour and The Flush start half past the hour. If you book outwith these times your appointment will be amended.
• Payment is made at the time of booking, once we have your payment a confirmation will be emailed to you. The code required to enter the fields will be sent the around midnight night before your booking.
• Payments are non-refundable. A credit will be issued but must be booked within 30 days.
• If unforeseen circumstances occur and we have to cancel your booking (weather/illness, etc) a credit will be given. We do not cover travel costs.
• The name in which the appointment is booked is deemed to be the person responsible for anyone attending the appointment. It is their responsibility to ensure everyone is adhering to the rules.
• If your dog is ill 48 hours prior to your appointment please reschedule.
• Professional trainers and dog walkers are welcome, however please inform The Scurry prior to booking as we have limited numbers of dogs allowed in the fields.
• Subletting is not permitted.
• No training classes are permitted on Sundays as per Angus Councils guidance.
During your appointment
• It is your responsibility to allow enough time to fulfil the following actions within your 1 hour appointment: Entering, parking, unloading, organising equipment, enjoying the field, picking up or washing away any dog waste, leaving the field, any cleaning required, loading into your vehicle and leaving the car park.
• If there are dogs in the parking area when you arrive, you are required to wait at the gate until they are secure in their car or in the fields.
• Gates to each field will be locked when you arrive. To open the padlock, enter the code in the TOP line and pull the lock down. Gates must be secured from within when in use. Lock the padlock when you leave at the end of your appointment by scrambling the code and squeezing the top of the lock down, ensure its locked before you leave.
• The parking area is small, therefore if you arrive in more than one vehicle and there are vehicles in the can park already, we would ask you to park outwith at the overflow car park behind the hedges and bring your dog along on lead. Please only bring 2 cars maximum into the car park per booking. Social Meet appointments must park outwith the carpark as specified in the instruction sent with the gate code.
• Owners are advised that using the car park and private hire areas is at their and dogs own risk.
• All dogs must be on a lead at all times until secure in the fields or vehicles.
• The person who booked the appointment is responsible throughout the appointment for the behaviour of their dog and guests.
• Sanitiser is provided at each gate and the locker, please use it.
• All dog waste must be cleaned up, bagged (using the compostable bags provided at the locker) and disposed of in the red Dog Waste Bin provided. If you discover poo in your field, we would appreciate if you could bag it, dispose and alert us. Those repeatedly not picking up after their dog will be banned. We have provided watering cans for washing away any loose poo.
• If you run over your appointment time, you will be charged for another appointment. If this runs into the next booking, you will be expected to compensate them. Repeat offenders will be banned.
• If an appointment is missed with no prior contact, no credit will be given. Repeat offenders will be banned.
• Do not allow your dog to dig, a spade is provided in the locker to fill holes if they do.
• If your dog damages any rabbit netting or fencing, please tell us immediately.
• Do not leave your dog unattended at any time.
• If your dog becomes ill during your appointment please inform us.
• A dog specific first aid kit is available in the locker. If you have had to use it please inform us so we can replenish.
• Large bowls are available in the fields, refillable from the water tank in the car park, if you require puppy bowls, please get them from the locker and ensure they are returned.
• A Mud Daddy is provided in the carpark to clean off your dog, please clean off any excessive dirt or any dog waste from the brushes after use and hang the brush on the fence. Please also refill from the water tank for the next user.
• If you bring any toys or treats, you must ensure you do not leave any behind. These could be choking hazards or cause allergies to other dogs.
• The Scurry does not take any responsibility for items left in the fields by previous appointments. Owners must satisfy themselves it is safe for thier dog.
• We use CCTV to remotely monitor the security of the fields and also use this to monitor effective picking up. Any data will be held for 7 days, after this will be deleted. Any data will not be shared publicly and is for the sole use of The Scurry.
• XL Bullies and Similar Breeds requiring Exemption Certificates. Effective from 23rd February 2024. If you have dogs that fall under this category you agree to only attending our fields with dogs from single households. You agree to removing your dog from the field if any negative behaviour is seen toward the public or other users. You agree to muzzling and having your dog on the lead from your car into the field and until the gate is locked and the same when returning to your vehicle. You agree to informing us before your booking that you will be attending with a restricted dog. If these rules are not followed you will be instantly banned.
• XL Bullies and Similar Breeds requiring Exemption Certificates. Effective from 1st August 2024 and including restriction from point above. You agree to providing us with proof of Public Liability Insurance or your dog. You must provide us with a copy of your exemption certificate for each applicable dog. Your dog is neutered and microchipped. If these rules are not followed you will be instantly banned.
Other points
• If necessary, The Scurry reserves the right to evict or ban anyone. Reasons will be given, for example: not adhering to the rules, aggressive or overly noisy dogs causing annoyance, etc.
• Taking from the first aid kit without reason will result in a ban. Taking more waste bags than required will result in a ban.
• If santiser, first aid, water, waste bags are low or have run out, please inform us.
• Any reports of dogs being abused or badly handled or any illegal training methods will result in an instant ban and reporting to SSPCA.
• No barbeques or fires are allowed in any area.
• Please ensure you have removed all belongings and litter when you leave.
• No grooming or brushing is allowed in the fields or car park.
• No one, including the dogs are permitted to climb on the fences, gates or buildings.
• No one, except dogs are permitted on the play equipment.