Scent detection is an up-and-coming sport that’s seen a recent surge in popularity in Canada. The goal is to teach your dog to search for a particular scent, and then alert you to its location. The scent can be hidden anywhere from in one of multiple containers, to an interior room, a vehicle, or the outside of a building. This is a great way to mentally exhaust your dog, and truly learn to appreciate the unique abilities of our dogs.
The training taught in class is similar to what is used to teach working detection dogs, including bed bug dogs, border patrol dogs, conservation dogs, and drug dogs. There are also some similarities to other scent sports, such as tracking and search and rescue.
This is a fantastic way to tire out your pooch, and your dog will love it!
Prerequisites
- Dogs must be happy to train for treats in a group class environment
- Hand Target (click for tutorial)
- Zen/basic leave it with food in hand – taught with positive reinforcement
- Your Scent Kit is included in your class fees
Schedule
Level ONE
January Session: Thus Jan 8, 7pm
SIX weeks in length
Enrolment is limited to FOUR dogs
Start/end dates may change in the event of severe weather cancellations or similar unforeseeable changes. Factor this into your schedule when booking into class.
$324+HST (discounted if paid by etransfer, $315+HST)
Includes your Scent Kit
See prerequisite training requirements, below
Location
This program will be running out of the training hall at Dreamland Pets in Elora
Dreamland Pet
6484 Wellington Road 7
Elora, ON, N0B 1S0
Details
- Submitting registration/payment indicates acceptance of the group class policy
- View the free Orientation Webinar prior to starting class and for info on training method
- If new situations stress you out, check out this document for all the itty bitty details!
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