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K9 Nose Work ®
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K9 Nose Work® is the fun search and scenting activity for virtually all dogs and people. This easy to learn activity and sport builds confidence and focus in many dogs, and provides a safe way to keep dogs fit and healthy through mental and physical exercise.
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Whether you want to compete in Nose Work events or just have FUN with your dog – we have the classes for you!
Introduction to K9 Nose Work ®
All dogs will start in Introduction to K9 Nose Work ®. In this class your dog will be encouraged to use his nose to hunt for a primary reward . Dogs will learn to search boxes and various containers scattered throughout a search area. Searches will become more difficult, and they will learn to solve puzzles to get to the source of the odor. Dogs will become more confident in doing this and will have FUN! Handlers learn to read their dog and see what they look like when they've caught odor. This class is open to all dogs. Please contact your instructor before class if your dog needs extra space.
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Prerequisite: Dog should be comfortable waiting in a crate between turns and should be housetrained
Number of Sessions: 6
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: $180
Super Puppy Introduction to K9 Nose Work ®
This class is designed just for puppies and their unique needs. By using their natural sniffing abilities, this class will help your puppy to build confidence and independence, develop problem solving skills, and encourage your puppy to explore and interact with the world around them. In this class your puppy will be encouraged to use his nose to hunt for a primary reward. Dogs will learn to search boxes and various containers scattered throughout a search area. Searches will become more difficult, and they will learn to solve puzzles to get to the source of the odor. Dogs will become more confident in doing this and will have FUN! This class is open to all puppies - whether you plan to compete or simply want to have a well-rounded family member, this class is for you! This class is appropriate for puppies 7 months of age and younger.
Students may purchase a single class or Super Puppy Power Hour package
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Prerequisite: None
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Number of Sessions: 1
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: $35 or package credit
K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 1
This class is for dogs that have completed the Introduction to K9 Nose Work ® class. We will introduce the first odor (birch) to the teams. The focus of this class is adding birch to both container and interior searches. Dogs and handlers will work on and off leash. Dogs will continue to build confidence and handlers will learn leash handling skills, when to support their dog and when to give space and will continue to learn to read their dogs. All dogs work alone with their handler and are required to be crated or confined in their vehicle (weather depending).
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Prerequisite: Introduction to K9 Nose Work ®
Number of Sessions: 6
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: $180
This class is for dogs that have completed the K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor Level 1 class. Dogs will continue to build confidence. Handlers will learn leash handling skills, when to support their dog or when to give space, and will continue to learn to read their dogs. We will also start to teach the dogs to "stay at source" and have them begin to let us know they have found odor. All dogs work alone with their handler and are required to be crated or confined in their vehicle.
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Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 1
Number of Sessions: 6
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: $180
K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 2
Introduction to Vehicles & Exteriors
These classes are for dogs and handlers that have completed the K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 2 class. In this class we will begin to work outdoors, which adds a whole new level of distraction to the searches. Teams will begin to search both vehicles and exterior areas. All dogs work alone with their handler and are required to be crated or confined in their vehicle (weather depending).
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Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 2
Number of Sessions: 6
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: $180
K9 Nose Work ® Continuing Skills
These classes are for dog and handler teams of all levels that have completed the Introduction to Odor - Level 2 class. We will work in all four elements—containers, interiors, exteriors and vehicle searches. We will work on different skills each week that are appropriate for novice through experienced teams. Hides and searches will be adjusted for the students in class. Teams in these classes can look forward to competing with their dog or continuing to enjoy Nose Work as a rewarding hobby. All dogs work alone with their handler and are required to be crated or confined in their vehicle.
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Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 2
Number of Sessions: 1
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: Membership or $35/class or package credit
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If you’re serious about competing or just want to test your Nose Work skills, this advanced Nose Work class is a must! This class takes place at a different indoor/outdoor location each time scheduled (weather permitting). These classes often take place in public locations. Dogs registered for this class should be able to work in distracting environments, be able to wait in their vehicle between searches without excessive barking and be able to be in close proximity to other dogs, people, wildlife, etc. that could be near search area. Prior permission is required to participate in this class. Handlers should also be comfortable driving to new places and using a GPS system for directions. All dogs work alone with their handler and are required to be crated or confined in their vehicle (weather depending). This is a drop-in class.​​
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Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work ® Introduction to Odor - Level 2
Number of Sessions: 1
Max. Number of Dogs: 6
Cost: Membership or $35/class or package credit
Roving Sniffers Class (Rovers)
Skill Specific Nose Work Classes
Get your SKILLS on in these four to six week specialty classes focusing on specific skills to help you become the best team you can be.
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2024 NACSW™ Skills Achievement Challenge Prep
All Mixed Up
Blankety Blank
Crazy Containers
Dizzying Distractors
Focused Fido
Go Away
Introduction to Handler Discrimination
Look Up
May the Source be with You - Sourcing and Staying at Source
Nit Picky Nose Work Handling
Out of Reach
Pool Party
Sniffing Speedster
USCSS™ Games Prep
Wait - It’s Not on a Chair? Fun with Non-Traditional Hides
...and more!
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Private Nose Work Lesson – Single
Attending regular Nose Work classes is important if you would like a well-rounded sniffer. However, if there is something that isn’t being covered in class, a private lesson is the perfect way to concentrate on specific issues; for example, box crushing or creating a stronger indication. A private lesson is also a great way to get some trial specific practice in. If your dog is not appropriate for class, a private lesson may work out better for your dog.
These lessons last 30 minutes.
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Prerequisite: None
Number of Sessions: 1
Max. Number of Dogs: 1
Cost: $75 or package credit
Consultations
Are you looking to host an event or build your program? Contact us directly to schedule a consultation.
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Cost:
In-person - $100 /hour + travel expenses
Phone - $50/30min
Virtual Learning
Learn from the convenience of your own home!
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No need to attend at a specific day/time
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No driving in rush hour traffic to get to class
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Personalized attention
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No time pressure on the human or the dog to figure things out
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Less distraction than the class setting
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You can observe things in video review you may have missed live
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Less stress for fearful and reactive dogs
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Opportunity to go back and revisit lessons
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Looking for a video review? You can conveniently schedule your video review directly through Scent Work University.
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Visit Lori’s Scent Work University page for a full listing of current offerings.
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What students are saying:
I'd like to let you know, every time after I listen to your input, how much I want to go out and do more nose work right away! It dawned on me, you are not only providing insights, you also allow me to share nose work with someone who understands the game.
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Thank you for the NW2 Trial Prep lessons. You gave me a lot of ideas on what to practice, and I feel make the thought of going to NW2 trial less scary!
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Fei & Zoe