Recently, I wrote an article focusing on the body languages to observe displayed by dog’s during a scent detection search. Dog Scentwork Training – Understand Your Dog’s Body Languages I received some wonderful feedback on that piece. Following your responses, it...
As a scent detection dog handler, your primary role is to observe the changes in your dog’s behaviour as their brain processes sensory information from the environment. These behavioural shifts will occur while your dog is investigating, within the odour plume,...
Scent work, also known as nose work, is a fantastic way to strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Here’s how it works Shared Focus and Excitement Scent work creates a shared activity where you and your dog work together towards a common goal. This focused...
Is your once attentive and confident puppy now struggling in their adolescence? The adolescent period starts at around six months of age until two to three years old, dependent on breed type. Are you facing challenges like: Lack of Focus: Short attention spans and...
Scentwork training at Scentwork Academy fosters a deep and enriching connection between dogs and their owners. We believe in: Unleashing Canine Potential: Scentwork provides dogs with the opportunity to engage in their most natural and rewarding activity, searching....
I first met Julie and her Doberman bitch, Teddy, in May 2023 when they joined one of my Scent Work for Beginners Workshops. Teddy was three and a half years old. Julie and her husband thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and hadn’t realized just how fascinating and...
Has Your Dog Got More Sniffy in The Colder Weather? The relationship between icy weather and dogs’ ability to smell is complex. Here’s a breakdown: Potential for Stronger Scents Reduced Scent Dispersion: Cold air holds scents closer to the ground,...
From the very first weeks of life, I noticed my granddaughter’s fascination with labels on blankets and toys. She’d intently gaze at them, reaching out with incredible precision to touch them. Around nine months old, I introduced her to a sticker book –...
I firmly believe a scentwork instructor’s most crucial role is having a depth of knowledge regarding where to place the target odour for the dog’s to locate. This skill is honed through extensive experience, observing thousands of searches by hundreds of...
Why Scentwork is Perfect for Senior Dogs As our canine companions reach their golden years, their physical abilities may slow down, but their mental acuity remains sharp. Scentwork is an incredible activity that can provide both mental and physical stimulation for...
