Nose Work
CLASSES
Introduction to Nose Work I
Any dog 4 months or older can do it regardless of activity level. It is the perfect activity for older or retired dogs as well.
Part 1 of the introductory classes that teach the foundation skills using your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Our classes are taught by a Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) who strictly adheres to the National Association of Canine Scent Work™ (NACSW) guidelines and principles.
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Introduction to Nose Work II
Any dog 4 months or older can do it regardless of activity level. It is the perfect activity for older or retired dogs as well.
Part 2 of the introductory classes that will teach the foundation skills using your dog’s natural scenting abilities. Our classes are taught by a Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) who strictly adheres to the National Association of Canine Scent Work™ (NACSW) guidelines and principles.
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Introduction to Odor
This class is for dogs who have completed Intro to Nose Work I and II
Dogs are introduced to the first target odor, Birch. Over the ensuing sessions, the other target odors Anise and Clove will be introduced, and handlers will begin preparing for their ORT (Odor Recognition Test.)
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Intermediate Nose Work
For dogs that have completed the Intro to Odor class and are proficient on all odors.
New skills will be introduced and the search challenges will increase. Handlers will begin preparing for their ORT(s), NW1 and AKC Novice class.
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Advanced Nose Work
Advanced level training for dog and handler teams who are preparing for, and competing at, the NW2 & NW3 levels.
The complexity of the search areas will increase, and advanced handling skills will be addressed.
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Competitive Nose Work
This class is for experienced teams who have completed their NW3 Elite and are trialing at the Elite Division level.
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AKC Scent Work
This class is for dogs who are proficient on birch, anise and clove.
The stronger target odors will be introduced, as well as cypress. This class will focus on the AKC rules and introduce buried hides and as well as handler discrimination. This class may not be taken concurrently with a NACSW K9 Nose Work class. Dogs coming from classes other than ours, must have instructor approval.
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