nose work

Introduction to Nose Work

Introduction to Odor

Continuing Nose Work

Can’t commit to a full six-week class? No problem! These extremely popular classes are now being offered in four-part clinics for busy pet parents. And by popular demand, they’re available on weekends! Click here for more information.

Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt. K9 Nose Work ® is a great sport that’s swept the nation, and J9’s K9s is proud to bring you these classes for all levels of canine sniffers! You’ll learn to use scent detection training to give your dog a fun activity that will build confidence, and burn lots of mental and physical energy. Whether or not you decide to compete for titles, you and your dog will have a blast!

“You’re hooked as soon as you see your dog’s face when he realizes that he will be rewarded for using his nose.”

– The Whole Dog Journal

Our accomplished K9 Nose Work ® Instructors work with participants one-on-one in these terrific classes, teaching observational skills and handling techniques that support the dogs as they locate odors in “hides” of varying difficulty.

  • Because the dogs will be working individually, your dog must be able to stay comfortably and quietly in your car or in a crate in our classroom without you present while other dog/handler teams are searching. Since only one dog will be out at a time, this activity is an excellent choice for helping dogs who are shy, fearful, or reactive towards other dogs. Dogs who are aggressive towards humans are not eligible for enrollment. Please call us at 818-832-9906 if you are unsure about enrolling your dog.

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