Classes

The Intro to K9 Scent Detection/Odour class introduces the concept of the game, builds handler observation skills and timing, and gets the dogs focused. This class advances the dog’s scent discrimination skills and are taught to identify a scent (target odour), a natural essential oil. Additionally, we introduce techniques and tactics for building better dog/handler teamwork. High food or toy motivation is beneficial for this class.

Exteriors and Vehicles is for dogs that have completed the Intro to Odor class and have met minimum proficiency in finding their initial target odor. This class will continue to develop handler skills and will focus on Vehicle searches and Exterior Searches. 

Prerequisite:  Dogs must be on odor for this class.

Th Advanced K9 Scent Detection class is designed for the experienced teams and will expand both the handler's and the dog's understanding of the target odours and the concepts of nose work. This class is geared towards advanced handling and off-leash work. The teams will learn to navigate more intricate and challenging training scenarios and focus on containers, interiors and distractors.

Excellent Scent Detection class is designed for teams working towards higher competition levels. The teams will focus on training multiple room searches as per SDDA interiors, containers. As well you will also learn different ways how to read what your dog is telling you about odour.

Excellent Scent Detection class is designed for teams working towards higher competition levels. The teams will focus on training multiple room searches as per SDDA interiors, containers. As well you will also learn different ways how to read what your dog is telling you about odour.

​​​​Foundation K9 Scent Detection class introduces the concept of the game. This class will build on your dogs natural ability to hunt for toys or food rewards all while helping build confidence. The dogs work individually so they will not meet or see other dogs. In this class we will work on building foundation. 

These classes will focus on different themed lessons. Class drop in lessons may include elevation, inaccessible hides, converging odour, distractors etc.

Drop in classes will be held at various locations. Hides will be placed with instructor help and/or feedback.

​​​​We offer an opportunity to have a highly qualified and experienced scent detection instructor review and provide feed back on  your training or trial video. The process is quite simple.....