SCENT DETECTION
VERNON
Ready. Set. Train
Scent detection harnesses a dog's unique ability to detect scent and determine the source. Handlers will learn how the power of the marker and food reinforcement can be used to shape your dog’s searching behavior. Before you know it, you will have the beginning of a sport detection dog!
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Level 1
The level 1 introduction to scent work training class will demonstrate how the power of the marker and food reinforcement can be used to shape your dog’s searching behaviour.
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Only one dog trains at a time!
Once the dog has learned how to search in the training centre sniffing for high value treats, the odor of three essential oils will be added as part of the progression.​​​
Type of oil:
SDDA scents which include wintergreen, pine and thyme.
Requirements:
There are no pre-requisites for Level 1, any dog is welcome to join. We do recommend dogs be at least 4 months of age and enjoy food rewards.

Level 2
Continue your searching skills!
Refresh all your skills learned in Level 1. We will also introduce your dog to searching containers, objects and furniture. Your dog will also begin to learn how to locate multiple hides.
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This class can be repeated multiple times depending on you and your dog searching needs.
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Type of oil:
SDDA scents which include wintergreen, pine and thyme.
Requirements:
Level 1 Scent Detection OR equivalent.

Level 3
For the avid searchers, who want to continue their searching capabilities.
Refresh all your skills learned in Level 1 & 2. We will move our searches to outdoor areas and include food distractors.
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We will search fields, vehicles and items outside!
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This class can be repeated many times depending on you and your dogs searching needs!
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Type of oil:
I use SDDA scents which include wintergreen, pine and thyme.
Requirements:
Level 2 Scent Detection OR equivilant