Dogs have incredible noses and are continuously assessing their environment by the scent carried on the ground, on objects and in the air.
If your dog regularly has it's nose to the ground, then this is the course for you.

Nosework is essentially scent detection but for fun. These enjoyable courses are designed to open your eyes to your dog's world of scent. Working together as a team, over the course of 4 weeks your dog will be able to detect a specific smell in a range of scenarios, including box searches, room searches and car searches.

THE BENEFITS OF NOSEWORK​​
Mental stimulation
Confidence building
Encourages calm focus
Relationship building
Frustration release
Reduces reactivity
Dopamine and serotonin producing game
Uses their natural instincts
Can be used in other situations to keep your dog calm and engaged

​What do we do differently?
This course has 3 levels and it's designed for you and your dog to progress successfully to each one of the levels.

Requirements
​A secure collar with name/council tag
(No choke or slip collars/leads). Harnesses welcome.
A regular lead ideally over 1.8m long
Lots of palatable treats (avoid dried treats as it can make them thirsty). We use Possyum.
Water for your dog

​Location
Matua Hall, Otumoetai

UPCOMING COURSE DATES

Beginners -  LEVEL 1
​Building search patterns, teamwork and read indications
1 scent - Clove Oil
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Starts
Thursday
6th June
6:00pm - 7:00pm
​Matua Hall

 Intermediate -  L2
​Building an alert on scent, intermediate handler skills
1 scent - Clove Oil

​Next Course
​Starts again Autumn/Winter 2024

Intermediate - L3
For those who have completed Level 1 & 2 - alert required
2 scents - Cedarwood Atlas & Clove Oil

Next Course
​Starts again Autumn/Winter 2024

4 weeks of learning and fun for only $180

• All breeds and dogs over 6 months are encouraged to attend as long as they are fully vaccinated
• ​Dogs must remain on lead and separated at all times, unless otherwise instructed
• Reactive dogs are accepted on this course (but discussed first)
• You and your dog need no prior experience, just a love of food!
  
• Safety measures will be in place to ensure the safety of all those involved​

If you are interested in attending one of our Nosework courses, please like our Facebook Page to keep up to date
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​Notes:
To secure your place on the course, payment must be made within 48 hours of your registration.
Dogs must be fully vaccinated.
Limited spaces.

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