K the Canine Detective

About K the Canine Detective

Hey, I'm K (she/her)! A virtual dog trainer, lifelong sci-fi & fantasy nerd, and dog mom of three. Welcome to the dog side of TTRPGs! During the height of Tumblr LoTR and Hobbit fanfiction, the idea of a dog joining Thorin's Company lodged itself in my brain. Would a dog have worsened the party's stealth stats, or were the bumbling dwarves doomed as is? And what would it take for a canine companion to be a helpful member of the fellowship rather than a liability? And so, well over a decade ago, the seed for canine adventuring RPGs was planted in my brain. I love dogs. And one of my biggest bugbears is when canine characters in games and stories aren't acting like dogs! Dogs are not accessories or gear. They have their own thoughts and feelings, and this is reflected in their behaviour (like any other NPC in our favourite campaigns). My table is a safe space for adults who never stopped playing childhood games of make-believe. All player characters get their time in the spotlight, their backgrounds are used for plot hooks, and their canine companions (if separate entities from player characters) are given agency, being collaboratively created by both the GM and player. The goal is always to have fun, tell good stories, and connect with other dog-loving gamers. I currently run one shots, mini campaigns, and short campaigns, usually ranging between 1 and 12 sessions. Scheduling is the enemy (and oftentimes cause of death) of campaigns everywhere. So if you and your furry friend are ready to get questing but none of my available listings work for you, shoot me a message! A great table is always worth a little coordination. Outside of TTRPGs, I help dog lovers live happier lives with their dogs by way of behaviour consultations and customized training programs. When not with clients, I am probably reading, out in nature, or trying to write while all three dogs demand pets at once.