A dog's sense of smell is amazing

Dogs have an incredible sense of smell, it is hard to imagine how awesome it actually is.

While humans rely on sight to interpret the world, dogs primarily use their nose.

If we liken the dog's sense of smell to vision - what you and I can see at a third of a mile, a dog could see more than 3,000 miles away and still see as well. 

Explore the benefits of scentwork with your canine companion through our 8-week course. Learn essential skills to begin your scentwork journey, including teaching your dog passive indication, scent ID, and Kong searches.

Work through the pre-recorded eight-week course at your own pace; there are no rush or deadlines to meet. Take your time and enjoy going through the course, engaging in fun exercises with your dog.

This course demonstrates one method of teaching scentwork, though exercises can be adapted to suit your individual dog's needs.

Live Zoom Training Session

This course includes four 30-minute private Zoom lessons and access to a Facebook group where you can ask questions and receive regular feedback on your training videos. Alternatively, you can directly email or message them to me.

Course Curriculum

Scent Detectives KONG

£120

  • Kong Searches

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"As the guardian of Jack, who is a blind dog, I thought Scentwork would be a great activity to challenge and stimulate him, and to encourage him to use his nose. However, I needed the help of someone with sensitivity to his needs, and the ability to fill me with the belief that I would be able to help him achieve. I feel so lucky to have met Sonia who does all of that, and more. She is very knowledgable and openly enthusiastic on the subject, which she shares freely, in small manageable chunks. She is always readily available for supportive, constructive advice. She adopts a small stepped, bite sized approach to each activity, and has been very forthcoming with ideas of how the training can be adapted to Jack’s needs, and for other guardians and their dogs too. She has changed my life with a blind dog for the better, and has made a considerable difference to my confidence and enthusiasm levels . I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants to make the journey of discovery with her as I’ve done. Huge thanks Sonia."

Angela & Jack

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