Course Preview

  • 1

    Welcome and Supplies You Will Need

    • About This Online Course

    • Welcome to Nose Work!

    • Materials You Will Need

    • How to Make an Odor Bowl

    • Welcome to Nosework!

  • 2

    Week 1 - Food Pairing to Odor Bowls

    • Odor Bowl Fundamentals

    • Odor Bowl Without Pre-loaded Food

    • Submit Homework

  • 3

    Week 2 - Let's Search For It!

    • Hot Bowl / Cold Bowl

    • Introducing Search and Release Cues with the Surprise Bowl

    • Surprise Bowl - Advanced

    • Troubleshooting When Dog Mouths Bowl

    • Change Odor Container

    • Multiple Bowls

  • 4

    Week 3 - The Adventures of Tin!

    • Introducing Tins

    • Tins on Surfaces

  • 5

    Week 4 - Introducing the Unseen!

    • Floating Tins

    • Unseen Hides

Want a fun class that doesn’t require a ton of prior training? Nose Work may be just the thing! Nose Work is a fun activity where dogs are trained to find certain odors. Because sniffing is one of the great joys in a dog’s life, they love learning and practicing this sport. This class is a great confidence builder for shy or fearful dogs; offers an outlet for older and retired dogs; and provides mental stimulation for ALL dogs. Any age dog can play, 

This online class introduces you and your dog to the fun sport of Nose Work. This is a self-paced classed. At the time of purchase, you’ll gain access to the entire 4-week class.  You'll be free to work through the class exercises at your own pace, whenever is convenient for you. Your instructor facilitates a Private Facebook group where you’ll be able to ask questions, post videos and get all the encouragement needed to get a great start in this fun, enriching activity.  

Requirements:  No requirements for previous training for this class

A basic odor kit is needed.  These are available for sale at either WAGD location for $10. The supplies can also be easily sourced elsewhere. 

Fee: $68 for 4 weeks of training content and participation in a private Facebook group for Q&A and coaching.