WELCOME
TO
NOSEWORK
AT KK9
Meet Your Nosework Coaches!
Dogs will continue through our carefully designed Nosework program until they reach Nosework Games and will stay in that class to continuously perfect their skills! The first class in our series is Foundations I.
**Pre-requisites: Dogs are expected to be able to work with their owner in a class setting. Dogs are also expected to be able to remain calm while other dogs are working. Basic manners classes are required before taking Nosework. Delightful Dogs at KraftyK9 is accepted as well as any other basic manners class at other training facilities with similar training methods to KraftyK9.
$165 per 6 week session
These classes focus on building a strong foundation for the sport of Nosework! Dogs and owners will work as a team during this class and learn the basics of this super fun dog sport.
In Nosework class, dogs will use their natural ability of sniffing to identify certain scents and work with their owner to signal the location of specific odors. Dogs will learn to identify odors in preparation for AKC, UKC, NACSW, CKC competition. This is also a very relaxing class to have fun and strengthen the bond and relationship with your dog. Even if competition is not your focus, you will have a great time in this sport!
Handler Discrimination Course
November 5th and 19th, 12:30 pm
$65
Coach: Amanda Darnell
Teams will focus on the unique element of "handler discrimination," where dogs learn to identify and locate their handler’s specific scent. This class is designed to build scenting skills, deepen the bond between handler and dog, and prepare teams for this exciting and advanced area of nosework competition. Whether you're new to scentwork or looking to add another layer to your dog’s abilities, this course will enhance your dog’s natural scenting talents while sharpening their focus on handler odor!
Nosework Foundations
This is the first class in our Nosework program! Dogs will learn odor recognition and imprint on necessary odors for the sport of Nosework. Teams will build confidence and the ability to work independently while searching for hides! Dogs will continue through our carefully designed Nosework program until they reach Nosework Games and will stay in that class to continuously perfect their skills!
**Pre-requisites: Dogs are expected to be able to work with their owner in a class setting. Dogs are also expected to be able to remain calm while other dogs are working. Basic manners classes are required before taking Nosework.**
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Next start dates:
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TBD
Nosework Games - 6 week sessions ($165 per 6 weeks)
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Mondays, 7 - 8:30 pm
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Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am
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Wednesdays, 7:45 - 8:45 pm
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Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am
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Thursdays, 11:20 am - 12:30 pm
**The above classes are typically full - please email us if you're interested in getting on a waitlist**
Nosework Games is the last class in our Nosework program! This is where students will stay to fine tune their Nosework skills with different challenges each week! Please e-mail us to check for room in our Nosework Games classes! Dogs must be imprinted with odor and working at upper levels of Nosework.