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Introduction to K9 Nose Work®

Inspired by the model of working detection dogs, K9 Nose Work® provides companion and sport dogs a joyful outlet for their innate hunting and scenting abilities. Whether you want to compete for titles, burn excess energy, or increase confidence, most dogs love this game.

The K9 Nose Work® method begins by searching for food or toys rather than the target odors used in competition. This component is fundamental to building the dog’s hunt drive, independence, and confidence, while sharpening the handler’s observation skills. By the time odor is introduced, the dog’s desire to play the game is very strong and we have already established good teamwork between the handler and the dog.  Because of this it is recommended that teams continue with this foundation class to better prepare them for working with odor.

Taught by a certified nose work instructor, the first class introduces the game and the remaining classes build specific foundation skills to teach handlers to read their dogs and build the dogs’ search experience level.

Dogs work on a flat collar or harness and 6-10' leash. Each team will work one at a time inside the building and your dog needs to be comfortable staying in your vehicle until it is their turn.
 
Prerequisites:  Dog should be able to wait in the car until their turn. Dogs will need to work on a flat collar or harness and 6-10' leash.  

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Introduction to K9 Nose Work®  
Tuesdays, October 7 - November 11, 2025
5:30pm - 6:30pm
6 weeks

Taught by a certified nose work instructor ~ $225

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Nose Work Foundation Skills for Multi-Levels - 6 Weeks

Nose Work is a sport that was inspired by working detection dogs and has grown into a fun activity for both you and your dog. It is an amazing way to build communication as well as a better relationship with your dog. An additional benefit is increasing your dogs confidence and burning excess energy. This six-week class, taught by a certified K9 Nose Work® instructor, will give you an overview of the foundation skills needed for the sport. Dogs will work one at a time inside or outside the building and we modify the search depending on the skill being taught and the level of the team.

Topics Covered:
●   Threshold
●   Deep
●   Corners
●   Elevated
●   Tight
●   Barriers

Prerequisites:  This multi-level class is for dogs and handlers who have completed Intro to K9 Nosework® & Intro to Odor and already understand the basics of the game or for experienced teams that want to strengthen their foundation skills. Your dog should not be reactive to people and be able to wait in the car until their turn. Dogs will need to work on a flat collar or harness and 6-10' leash.

Nose Work Multi Levels
Saturdays, August 2 - September 6, 2025:  CLASS FULL
6 weeks
Aug 2–3:30
Aug 9–3:30
Aug 16–9:00
Aug 23–9:00
Aug 30–9:00
Sept 6–3:30
Instructor:  Ginny Howe, CNWI ~ $225

Nose Work Multi Levels
Sundays, September 7 - September 21, 2025:  CLASS FULL
Sundays, November 2 - November 16, 2025:  CLASS FULL
10:00am - 11:00am
6 weeks

Instructor:  Ginny Howe, CNWI ~ $225

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Class Cancellation & Refund Policy

If you wish to drop out of class we will refund you the full amount, if you inform us two weeks prior to the start of class.  If you wish to drop out of class and you inform us one week prior to the start of class, we will refund your 50%.

There are no refunds if you drop out of class with less than one weeks notice or after class has started.

Class Cancellations

If we have to cancel class for any reason, we will schedule a make up class.  We will make every effort to stay with the original class schedule, but should a make up class be required there are no refunds for make up classes that you are unable to attend.