Service Description

Continue building your dog’s odor recognition, search skills, confidence, and independence through increasingly varied and challenging searches. This ongoing class is designed for teams that have completed Introduction to Odor and want to continue developing their Nose Work skills. Searches may include containers, interiors, exteriors, vehicles, elevated hides, inaccessible hides, and a variety of environmental challenges - as well as AKC Scent Work & USCSS search setups can be included. Dogs learn to work more independently while handlers develop observation, timing, leash handling, and search management skills. Every search is designed to build confidence, motivation, problem-solving ability, and clear communication at source while keeping the game fun and rewarding. Classes follow NACSW™ training principles and emphasize dog-driven searching. Each dog works individually while the other dogs rest between turns, creating a calm and supportive learning environment. Shy, sensitive, and dog-reactive dogs are welcome. Each class is 90 minutes long, allowing every team multiple search opportunities and individualized coaching. ⸻ COURSE OUTLINE • Continue building odor recognition and commitment to source • Strengthen independence and problem-solving skills • Develop advanced handling and observation skills • Work through increasingly complex search scenarios • Practice container, interior, exterior, and vehicle searches • Explore elevated, inaccessible, and converging odor hides • Build confidence in a variety of search environments • Prepare for Nose Work trials and advancing trial levels The goal is to develop confident teams that can tackle increasingly challenging searches while maintaining enthusiasm, independence, and clear communication. ⸻ HOME PRACTICE After each session, you’ll receive a short homework email. These activities reinforce skills, build consistency, and help your dog stay engaged between classes. Regular practice is essential for progressing in this program. ⸻ WHY JOIN • Continue progressing after Introduction to Odor • Build stronger odor recognition and commitment to source • Improve handling, timing, and observation skills • Experience new search environments and challenges • Prepare for Nose Work trials and advancing trial levels • Enjoy ongoing mental enrichment and teamwork with your dog • Small group class setting • Individual coaching and feedback