Scentwork

Scent Work, is a positive, challenging activity that allows dogs to use their strongest natural sense in a way that is fun and engaging. Because it is an exercise that requires the dog to locate an odour and communicate this to the handler, it also establishes a building of trust between dog and handler.

What Makes Scentwork Unique

Handler and Dog work as a team while negotiating through a variety of environments,
Dogs are trained to indicate the location a specific odour by pawing, pointing or assuming a specific body position.
While searching, the dog does all the active work while the handler offers only guidance and encouragement.
Communication and praise of the dog during the search are greatly encouraged.

Training Times

Scentwork is held on Thursdays.
Scentwork Beginners at 6.30pm
Scentwork Competitive at 7.30pm

Requirements

Dogs must be at least 12 months old
Dogs must have passed Canine Good Basics, and preferably the Dog Manners class
Handlers must have a good level of control over their dogs