SCENTWORK

Dogs have an incredible sense of smell - far superior to ours!  They can detect the faintest of odours and distinguish between countless scents.  This amazing ability is what makes them so naturally skilled at scentwork - and why it's such a rewarding activity for them, offering mental and physical exercise and enrichment.

 

Tapping into your dog's natural instincts, searching can build focus, boost confidence, enhance your relationship and bring many other benefits to your lives together.

 

Scentwork is all about teamwork, so whether you want to have some fun at home, or pursue scentwork at a competitive level, our classes are a great place to learn.

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SCENT PAWS COURSE - open to dogs of all ages and abilities

We'll guide you and your dog through the foundations of scent detection and show you:

• How to create a great association to a specific scent (we use gun oil in this course)

• Search techniques, working together and building your dog's confidence

• How to teach your dog to indicate when they've found the scent

• Effective marker signal training for great communication

​Included in the course is a scentwork kit, so you can practise at home.

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SCENT DETECTIVES COURSE - for those who have completed our Scent Paws Course

Following on from our first course, you can:

• Learn techniques for a variety of searches

• Build your dog's indication for more precision and accuracy

• Practise searching in different locations

Scentwork kits will be available to purchase separately, however are not required for the course.

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SUPER SLEUTHS:

Advanced classes, workshops and fun scentwork competitions will be added throughout the year - get in touch to be added to our mailing list.

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EACH COURSE OFFERS:​​

• Six 1.5 hour classes held fortnightly

• Small numbers for individual support

• Goodie bag for your dog

• Certificate & rosette on completion of each course

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Note:  sometimes dogs will be worked one at a time, so make sure they are comfortable taking breaks in your car.  If this is not possible, get in touch as we may be able to accommodate.

 

All family members are welcome to come along to the training classes, however it's best if dogs work with one handler per exercise.  (Please bring someone else to look after kids under 8 years old, so you can concentrate on your dog.)​

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Alongside enjoying scentwork with her own dogs, our trainer Elaine has studied in person with The College of Scent Dogs, successfully completing the SCENT DETECTION DOG HANDLER and INSTRUCTOR - CITY & GUILDS ASSURED PROGRAMME.