The K9 Nose Work class concept and sport was created to provide an opportunity for companion and sport dogs to have an outlet for their natural hunting and scenting abilities. While the class structure was not developed or intended as a foundation program for professional detection work, it is patterned after the model used for working detection dogs.
The sport originated in California where it has become extremely popular and has now spread across the country. Many dog/handler teams now compete in regional competions.
In the Queen Village section of Center City, classes are taught by Patricia Bentz, Certified K9 Nose Work Instructor. She is a member of the National Association of Canine Scent Work and has met NACSW requirements for teaching the program.
Why You Should Sign Up for A K9 Nose Work Class?
- Takes advantage of your dog's scenting abilities
- It is fun for you and your dog and strengthens your bond
- Stimulates and intellectually challenges your dog
- Tires your dog out without tiring you out!
- Does't require a lot of space
- Can be played anywhere
- No equipment purchase/storage necessary
- Can be done any time of the day or night
- Various levels of difficulty to keep you and your dog challenged
- Increases yiour dog's confidence level & may reduce environmental reactivity
What Are the Class Levels?
Introduction to Nose Work: Learn the basics working mostly indoors
Introduction to Odor: Begin using birch as a search scent and work on harder searches
Continuing Odor: Learn to search for Anise & Clove; Search vehicles, Center City businesses, outside locations
Advanced Odor: Exposure to more challenging searches
For More Information on Classes, Call (215) 551-5254 or email pabentzz @ gmail.com
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