K9 Nose Work Classes
Intro to K9 Nose Work® Class
Can your dog find a crumb on the floor or a treat in your pocket? This is a class for you. K9 Nose Work® is a game and sport designed for dogs which provides an outlet for their natural hunting and scenting abilities. This class offers great mental and physical exercise, builds the dog’s confidence and helps nervous dogs feel more comfortable. Dogs learn to problem solve and work independently. All dogs go home happy and tired. Foundation class for scent work competition in NACSW, AKC, PSD, UKC and other venues. A no pressure, all fun class – relax and let your dog do the work.
Class Details
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Cost: $100
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Class Size: 6 dogs, max
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Class Length: 1 hour classes for 4 weeks
Starting Monday, August 15 FULL
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Class Time: 7:45-8:45 pm meets 8/15, 22, 9/13, 20
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Instructor: Nancy Osborne, CNWI
Continuing K9 Nose Work® Class
This class is designed for the continuing student who wants to encourage their dogs natural hunting/scenting abilities. We will focus on fun search games which allow your dog to hone his/her natural drive to locate the scent. We will also work on all four elements – interiors, exteriors, vehicles and containers – needed for competition.
Class Details
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Cost: $100
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Class Size: 6 - 7 dogs
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Class Length: 1 hour classes for 4 weeks
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Instructor: Nancy Osborne, CNWI
Upcoming Class Schedule
Sundays
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TBD 2:30-3:30 pm
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TBD 4-5 pm
Mondays
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August 15 5:15-6:15 pm meets 8/15, 22, 9/12, 19
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August 15 6:30-7:30 pm FULL
Tuesdays
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August 9 4:45-5:45 pm
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Instructor: Debbie Crews, ANWI
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August 16 5:00-6:00 pm
Wednesdays
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August 17 4:45-5:45 pm FULL
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August 17 6:00-7:00 pm
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August 17 7:15-8:15 pm FULL
Thursdays
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August 18 6:30-7:30 pm FULL
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August 18 7:45-8:45 pm FULL
Fridays meets TBD
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June 24 7:00-8:00 pm
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Instructor: Caroline Currie
ORT Prep Class
Dogs will practice finding odor in closed ORT boxes. All odors – birch, anise and clove will be used in class. ORT strategies will be discussed and what to expect on-site at the ORT.
Class Details
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Cost: $40
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Class Size: 6 dogs, max
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Class Length: 1.5 hour single class
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Instructor: Nancy Osborne, CNWI
Next Class: Wednesday, March 16th from 6-7:30pm
Intro to Odor K9 Nose Work® Workshop
Dogs will be introduced to birch odor. They will hunt for this odor paired with food or toy reward. Prerequisite Intro to K9 Nose Work and Continuing K9 Nose Work.
Workshop Details
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Cost: $60
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Class Size: 6 dogs, max
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Workshop Length: 2 hours and 15-minutes
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Instructor: Nancy Osborne, CNWI
Next Workshop: None currently scheduled
Advanced K9 Nose Work® Class
This class will advance handling skills and techniques for dogs searching for a target odor. Students will also learn to read their dogs body language.
Class is available for advanced students. For more information please contact instructor, Nancy Osborne, CNWI